Course Overview
Asian College of Teachers (ACT) offers the International Post Graduate Teaching Diploma (IPGTD) in
flexible live online format, specially curated for both aspiring and experienced educators. This
comprehensive program covers crucial components of Pre and Primary Education, including Early
Childhood Care, Montessori, Nursery, and Special Education Needs (SEN), equipping educators with
contemporary teaching strategies and core pedagogical skills to thrive in diverse learning
environments.
The live online format features interactive sessions facilitated by expert trainers, fostering real-time
engagement, peer collaboration, and hands-on activities that encourage creative and innovative
teaching practices. The self-paced format offers optimal flexibility, allowing participants to progress
through the course at their own rhythm, effectively balancing professional and personal
commitments.
Furthermore, ACT delivers KHDA-approved live online IPGTD programs in partnership with a KHDA-
accredited training centre based in Dubai, ensuring that the qualification holds global recognition
and professional value.
Key Information
Specializations
Asian College of Teachers offers additional specialization modules along with the Live Online
International Post Graduate Teaching Diploma (IPGTD), enabling educators to strengthen their
subject knowledge and practical teaching skills across varied learner needs.
Available specializations include:
- Montessori Teaching
- Pre and Primary Education
- Nursery Teacher Training
- Early Childhood Care and Education
- Special Education Needs (SEN)
- Classroom Management
- Grammar and Phonology
- Educational Leadership and Administration
These specializations are tailored to equip educators with advanced strategies to manage diverse classrooms, apply inclusive teaching practices, and deliver impactful lessons aligned with global standards.
Eligibility
- The minimum eligibility for this course is a Graduation
- Both aspiring and experienced teachers can apply
Course Duration-
- 6 months
Course Fee:
- Rs 45,000/- INR *inclusive of all taxes
| Date | Time | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekend Classes | 23rd August - 13th December 2025 | 10 am to 1 pm (IST) | 3 months |
| Weekday Classes | 21st July - 15th September 2025 | 3 pm to 6 pm (IST) | 1.5 - 2 months |
Curriculum
- Characteristics of Young Learners; Educational Psychology; Theories of Learning
- Approaches to ECCE, Fostering Creativity
- Warmers / Context Setting / Language development through Basic Lesson
- Bloom’s Taxonomy, Multiple Intelligences, Board Management, Classroom Management
- Storytelling Trainer Demo, Numeracy & Numeracy Lesson Plan demo by Trainer
- SEN / SEN Lesson Plan Briefing
- Phonics/Music & Learning
- SEN (Lesson Presentation by Students)
- STEM & Instructional Strategies
- Storytelling (Presentation by Students)
- VOLT (21st Century Contemporary Classroom /Facilitating Learning)
- Numeracy Lesson Students Presentation / Update Creative & Material Folder
- Montessori Method / Presentation by Trainer on Cross Curricular LP (Innovative LP)
- Assessment & Evaluation, Action Research/Reflective Practitioner
- Presentation of Montessori Apparatus by students (individually)
- Project Based Learning / Activity based on PBL
- Cross-curricular Lesson Presentation by students (Innovative Lesson Plan) / Closure
Self-paced Curriculum
Module 1: Child Psychology
- Freud’s Psychosexual Child Development Theory
- Erikson’s Psychosocial Development Theory
- Piaget’s Cognitive Development Theory
- Vygotsky’s Theory
- Social Learning Theory
Module 2: Creative Approaches to Teaching & Learning
- Observation
- Narration
- Discussion
- Explanation
- Questioning
- Demonstration
- Application
- Experiments
- Discovery Learning
- Feedback
- Graphic Organisers and Visualisation
- Grouping
- Checklists
- Product Descriptors and Rubrics
Module 3: Secondary Teaching Methods
- Challenges of Today's Secondary Schools
- Classroom Environment
- Curriculum & Instructional Planning (Lesson Plans)
- Assessment – Formative, Summative, Traditional, Alternative
- Learning alone and in groups - Multiple Intelligences, Learning Styles, Diverse Abilities in the Classroom
- Intervention Strategies for Classroom Management
- Communicating with Students
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Professional Development of Teachers
- Case Studies
Module 4: Artificial Intelligence & ChatGPT for Educators
- The Evolution of AI in Education
- Teachers preparing students for a future filled with AI tools
- AI Tools as Transformative Assets
- How to help students use tools like ChatGPT responsibly and not to cheat?
- ChatGPT- Navigating Progress and Predicaments in Education
- Application of ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence in Elementary Education
- Application of ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence in Middle-School Education
- Application of ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence in Secondary Education
- Application of ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
- Impact of ChatGPT on Human Educators
2 Doubt-Clearing Sessions with Trainers/Tutors
Admission and Support Services
- Enjoy a smooth enrollment experience with a simplified admission process
- Submit your application form online at your convenience
- Choose from a variety of secure online payment options
- Course fees can be paid through debit/credit card, bank transfer, cash deposit, cheque, or demand draft
- ACT’s admissions team will reach out via email or phone to offer further guidance
- Learners benefit from continuous academic support provided by experienced and qualified tutors
- Flexible learning schedule allows you to attend sessions as per your convenience
- Completion of a teaching practicum is mandatory to gain essential hands-on experience before certification
Job Prospects
The in-class International Post Graduate Teaching Diploma (IPGTD) is a well- structured and extensive program designed to prepare educators for effective teaching across various academic levels—from pre-primary and primary to secondary education. The course equips participants with essential pedagogical knowledge and practical teaching skills necessary to succeed in diverse and dynamic classroom settings around the world.
Graduates of the program are qualified for a wide range of professional roles, including:
- Pre-primary and Primary Teachers
- Montessori and Nursery Educators
- Subject Teachers across international curricula and educational boards
- Curriculum Designers, Course Coordinators, and Educational Consultants
- Receive a globally recognized certification from the Asian College of Teachers (ACT) upon successful completion of the program.
- ACT’s courses are accredited by the International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (QAHE).
- ACT is a proud accredited member of the CPD Certification Service, UK, ensuring continued professional development standards.
- The institution is officially accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC), affiliated with the British Quality Foundation.
- ACT is endorsed by the Education Quality Accreditation Commission (EQAC) for maintaining high standards in educational quality.
- ACT holds organizational membership with Childhood Education International (CEI), promoting global early childhood education.
Additionally, the program lays a strong foundation for those aspiring to pursue educational entrepreneurship, whether launching a Montessori or nursery school or advancing within the early childhood and primary education sectors. With its focused and impactful curriculum, the IPGTD not only prepares educators for classroom excellence but also empowers them to explore varied career opportunities in the global education arena.
