Exploring Early Childhood Education Careers \

1. What are the three main categories for joining the Early Childhood (EC) sector?

• A) Pre-Service, Mid-Career, In-Service

• B) New Graduate, Experienced, Retired

• C) Teacher, Administrator, Parent

• D) Diploma, Degree, Masters

2. Where can you find detailed information on the EC Career Pathways?

• A) Ministry of Education website
  

• B) ECDA website
  

• C) Social media groups
  

• D) Newspaper articles

3. What does the Skills Framework for ECE provide?

• A) A list of childcare centers
  

• B) Guidelines for designing classroom lessons
  

• C) Career progression pathways and ECE Landscape
  

• D) Information about school holidays

4. What is one way a Mid-Career professional can join the ECE sector?

• A) By directly applying as a Principal
  

• B) Through a career conversion program
  

• C) Only if they hold a PhD in Early Childhood Education
  

• D) By purchasing a preschool franchise

5. 5. What does ECE stands for?

6. What is the highest leadership role in the ECE Career Pathway?

• A) Infant Care Teacher

• B) Centre Leader/Principal

• C) Parent Volunteer

• D) Senior Educator

7. Which of these is NOT a key sector within the Early Childhood Education landscape?

• A) Preschool Education

• B) Infant & Toddler Care

• C) University Lecturing

• D) Special Needs Education

8. What is the purpose of the "Take Your Career Further" section in the Career Pathway guide?

• A) To help parents find childcare centers

• B) To support educators in upskilling and career advancement

• C) To provide a list of student activities

• D) To advertise private tuition services

9. 9. What are the two main types of Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs in Singapore?

• A) Primary School and Preschool

• B) Home-Based Learning and Tuition Centers

• C) Childcare and Kindergarten

• D) Special Needs Education and Montessori

10. How can you apply what you’ve learned today about the ECE Skills Framework in your career journey?

• A) Explore different career pathways and plan for future progression

• B) Wait for opportunities to come without taking action

• C) Only focus on the current job role without considering growth

• D) For further training or upskilling