What does it take to make the leap from aspiring educator to qualified teacher? How can one bridge the gap between ambition and reality? The Federal College of Education (Technical), Asaba offers an intriguing solution with its one-year Pre-NCE programme, specifically designed to prepare students for full-time NCE courses in the 2023/2024 academic year.
The Federal College of Education (Technical), Asaba, extends a warm invitation to all eligible and interested candidates to apply for its Pre-National Certificate in Education (Pre-NCE) programme for the 2023/2024 academic year. This rigorous one-year programme serves as an invaluable stepping-stone for students aiming to transition into a full-time NCE programme.
| 📅 Programme | One-year Pre-NCE programme aimed at preparing students for full-time NCE courses. |
| 📚 Aim | To enable students with four credits to transfer into Full-Time NCE by scoring in UTME. |
| 💡 Eligibility | Various options including Full-Time NCE requirements and Grade II Teacher’s Certificate. |
| 💰 Fee | N4000 application fee paid at the bank. |
| 🖋️ How to Apply | Pay fee at bank and collect form at the Degree Unit with receipt. |
| 📆 Deadline | Forms should be submitted on or before 2023/24 Academic Session Matriculation. |
| 📞 Enquiries | Contact number available for further information. |
| 📍 Submission | Return completed forms to the office of the Deputy Registrar (Admissions) at FCE(T) Asaba. |
Programme Overview: The Essence of Pre-NCE
What is Pre-NCE?
The Pre-NCE is an intensive one-year course designed to prepare students with four-credit entry qualifications for seamless transition into the full-time National Certificate in Education (NCE) programme. During their time in the Pre-NCE programme, students are required to sit for and score a minimum of 100 marks in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), in order to qualify for entry into the first year of the NCE programme, commonly referred to as NCE I.
Admission Criteria: Navigate the Prerequisites
Who is Eligible?
Candidates aspiring to enrol in the Pre-NCE programme must satisfy at least one of the following conditions:
- Relevance to Chosen Course: Candidates must meet admission prerequisites relevant to the course they intend to undertake, as outlined in the full-time NCE programme.
- Grade II Teacher’s Certificate: Candidates possessing a Grade II Teacher’s Certificate with passes in all subjects, and a minimum of five years post-qualification experience, are also eligible. Additionally, any other qualifications sanctioned by the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) are considered acceptable for admission into this programme.
Application Procedure: Steps to Enrolment
How to Submit Your Application
Candidates keen to register for the Pre-NCE programme should first remit a non-refundable application fee of N4,000.00 via a bank transaction through the Bursary Office. After completing the transaction, candidates must then proceed to the Degree Unit, bearing the blue receipt as proof of payment, to obtain the admission form.
Submission Deadline: Timelines to Watch
Final Date for Application Submission
All filled-out admission forms must be returned to the Office of the Deputy Registrar (Admissions) at the Federal College of Education (Technical), Asaba, prior to the commencement of the matriculation ceremony for the 2023/2024 academic session.
Enquiries: How to Seek Assistance
For any additional queries or clarification, interested candidates may reach out via the dedicated contact number: 08181691146.
Take this golden opportunity to lay a solid foundation for your educational journey with the Pre-NCE programme at FCET Asaba.