AECES was formed in 1999 to promote quality programmes for young children and their families through professional development of early childhood educators.

Who Joins AECES?
Why Do Education Organisations Join AECES?
How Does AECES Work With The Government?
How Much Does It Cost To Join?
Where Can I Get More Information?

• Qualified professionals involved in the care and education of young children join AECES as Ordinary Members. They form the main bulk of members.
  
  
• Professionals in related occupations or industries and students may also join AECES.

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Why Do Education Organisations Join AECES?

• Organisations, including businesses, may not join AECES as membership is only open to individuals.
  
  
• Owners and employees of education organisations may wish to join AECES to:
  
  
  • attend courses and get certified as childhood educators
  • attend quality programmes on early childhood education
  • follow the Code of Ethics set by AECES
  • go on international educational tours
  • participate in the Annual Child Care Seminar, conferences, members forum etc.
  • access library facilities and resources
  • get discounts on books, workshops, training, etc.
  • network with other professionals in the industry

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How Does AECES Work With The Government?

• AECES works with the Ministry of Education (MOE) and Ministry of Community Development, Youth and Sports (MCYS) to develop and provide accredited pre-school teacher and child care training courses for the education industry.

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How Much Does It Cost To Join?

Type Of Membership	Registration Fee	Annual Subscription
Ordinary Qualified individuals, above 18 years old, involved in the care and education of young children.	S$10*	S$20
Associate Individuals with professional expertise or special interest who can make a special contribution to the Association.	S$10	S$25
Student Students attending full time accredited Early Childhood courses approved by the executive committee.	S$5	S$10
Honorary Individuals, nominated and approved by the executive committee, who have made significant contributions toward achieving the objectives of the Association.	Free	Free

* Ordinary Members applying in groups of 3 or more: S$5 each

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Where Can I Get More Information?

Association for Early Childhood Educators (Singapore) – AECES

Ms Belinda Kuek or Ms Ivy Kok
Hougang Office
Tel:  (65) 6281 4989
Fax: (65) 6281 4328

Ms Celina Lin
Yew Tee Office
Tel:  (65) 6764 5528
Fax: (65) 6764 5509

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