D.El.Ed Course Details, Admission, Fees, Career Scope

The diploma in Elementary Education is a 2-year programme. This programme focuses on training future teachers who are passionate about becoming an educator. Candidates who are willing to shape and develop the future of young children should pursue this programme. The overall programme includes subjects like Child Development, Educational Technology, Psychological Perspectives of Education, School Leadership and Management, etc. In this blog, we will get into the details of the programme, its admission criteria, fee structure, candidates' eligibility, and other necessary aspects.

Teerthanker Mahaveer University is one of the best universities offering the D.El.Ed programme along with other programmes under the Faculty of Education Department. TMU and its finest faculties precisely focus on the core approach of the D.El.Ed programme. We believe in nourishing and grooming the comprehensive personality of all students.

What is D.El.Ed?

D. El. Ed is a diploma programme that is designed to train candidates who desire to become primary or upper primary school teachers i.e. from class I to V or from V to VII respectively. Individuals who pursue this particular programme are prepared to educate children with a holistic approach. D.El.Ed programmes are offered as Full-time D.El.Ed and Distance D.El.Ed. The candidates must pursue this programme to secure elementary teaching posts.

D.El.Ed is a diploma programme that is designed to train candidates who desire to become primary or upper primary school teachers i.e. from class I to V or from V to VII respectively. Individuals who pursue this particular programme are prepared to educate children with a holistic approach. D. El. Ed programmes are offered as Full-time D. El. Ed and Distance D. El. Ed. The candidates must pursue this programme to secure elementary teaching posts.

The judgement of the Supreme Court excluding B.Ed degree holders from primary teacher posts has increased the interest of candidates in the D.El.Ed programme. There is a huge demand for primary school teachers to renew the academic base of the country leading to a wide number of career opportunities in the field.

If you are looking for an institute enriched with knowledge and generous mentors then TMU can be the right place for you. We principally focus on the quality of education as per government standards and policies.

D.El.Ed Admission Process

In India, there is a standard process for getting admission into the programme. All the institutes have to follow the admission guidelines. TMU also conducts admissions as per government norms. The process is mentioned below in proper steps-

Application- The D.El.Ed programme is offered by the government as well as private institutes. The D. El. Ed admission is conducted based on the D. El. Ed entrance exams and merit list. Application forms are released on the official websites of the boards or organisations. The application process and entrance exams vary from board to board in each state. Candidates must register themselves by filling out the application form. When candidates clear the entrance exam they are called for further rounds and interviews. You can check the release and end date of the application form on TMU's official website.

Eligibility-

1.Candidates who have completed their 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 50% can apply for admission.
2.Candidates of the reserved and physically handicapped category get a relaxation of 5%.
3.Candidates who have completed their 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 50% can apply for admission.Candidates of the reserved and physically handicapped category get a relaxation of 5%.

The age of the candidates should be between 18 to 35. For SC/ST/OBC, it should be between 18 to 40, and for the physically handicapped category, it should be between 18 to 50. Entrance Exam- Entrance exams are scheduled by the respective boards and organisations of each state. The exams are generally objective-type written exams. The syllabus of the exam includes basic subjects that are studied in schools like General Knowledge, English, Teaching Ability, Mathematical and Numerical Ability, etc. Some of the popular D. El. Ed entrance exams are AP DEECET, Bihar D. El. Ed JET, SCERT Odisha Entrance Exam, etc. We keep updating and releasing important notices or dates on the website of TMU.

Entrance Exam- Entrance exams are scheduled by the respective boards and organisations of each state. The exams are generally objective-type written exams. The syllabus of the exam includes basic subjects that are studied in schools like General Knowledge, English, Teaching Ability, Mathematical and Numerical Ability, etc. Some of the popular D. El. Ed entrance exams are AP DEECET, Bihar D. El. Ed JET, SCERT Odisha Entrance Exam, etc. We keep updating and releasing important notices or dates on the website of TMU.

Counselling and Documentation- This step comes after the clearance of the entrance exam. Candidates are invited for counselling and other rounds. Once the counselling and interviews are done, candidates are required to do the documentation within the deadline otherwise the admission can be rejected.

D.El.Ed Fee Structure

The fee structure depends on the institute and the kind of facilities it provides. Candidates should research and find a college that fits best under their budget. Teerthanker Mahaveer University provides the best degree programmes along with the finest campus facilities. You can get all the details for the same on the TMU website.Here is a list of programmes offered by TMU under the Faculty of Education Department-

Future Scope/ Career Prospects Pursuing a D. El. Ed Course leads to numerous career opportunities. Candidates need to clear CTET or state-level TET exams to become government school teachers. There are several other options after completing the D. El. Ed programme to opt for a career. Here is a list of some of the professions that one can choose after completing the degree-

Government Primary School Teacher- First of all options, candidates can prepare and clear the respective exams to become a government school teacher. The average annual salary of a government school teacher is around INR 4,20,000/-.

Primary School Teacher- Some of the candidates could not prepare or clear the final government exam after the programme they can become primary teachers in private schools where the teacher has to teach the children of primary or upper primary schools. The average annual salary of a primary teacher is approximately INR 2,50,000/-.

Special Educator- Individuals who love to support and help students with special needs can become special educators. This programme focuses on training the candidates to teach children as their guardians or parents.

Education Counsellor- Candidates can also go for Education Counselling as a career. D. El. Ed degree holders can provide guidance and support to the students who are looking in the same direction where you were then it will be mutual growth. One can make around INR 2,40,000 as an education counsellor.

Government Jobs- After completing the D. El. Ed programme, becoming a government school teacher is not the only government job. Several other vacancies in the government sector demand educated and respective degree holders for the job.