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Early Childhood Education courses provide an opportunity for working professionals in the childcare sector or those with an interest in the field to develop knowledge and skills while earning college credits.  Students complete courses part-time to graduate with a certificate or diploma.

Online courses have scheduled start, end, and assessment dates.

Register at least five (5) business days before a course starts.

Course Features

• Instructor / Facilitator
• Practical assignments
• Due dates to help you stay on task
• Flexible study schedule
• Anytime, anywhere access

Admission Requirements

• Please Note: Regardless of courses completed, students must meet program admissions requirements from Profile A, which reads: “High School Diploma or Adult High School Diploma or GED Diploma of High School Equivalency or Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) or Essential Skills Achievement Pathway: Post-Secondary Entry High School Diploma”
• Individuals for whom English is not a first language may need to meet ´óÏóÊÓƵlanguage requirements.

Specific Considerations

Host agencies require students to provide a current criminal record check and vulnerable sector check from a recognized police service in order to be considered for an applied workplace experience. Individuals who have been convicted criminally and not pardoned are usually prohibited from proceeding to a work placement. Additionally, some practicum hosts require you to complete a Social Development Record Check. This will be submitted by the host before the workplace practicum begins, and it is the student's responsibility to ensure that he or she is eligible to participate.

Prior to the beginning of the applied workplace experience, host facilities may require the completion of an (pdf).

As a condition of employment, some employers may require proof of valid CPR Level C Lifesaver certification.

Course Schedule (Recommended Learning Path)

Take up to two courses at a time to complete all requirements to graduate.

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