Update on Certified Early Childhood Educators in Singapore

5 Dr Lim Wee Kiak asked the Minister for Education (Schools) (a) how many certified early childhood educators are there in Singapore; (b) how many are currently undergoing training; and (c) on average, how many are trained each year.

Mr Ng Chee Meng: There are about 16,000 certified early childhood educators as at end-2016. About 3,000 students are currently undergoing training. On average, about 1,800 students graduate from early childhood courses every year.