The Early Childhood program is a 2 year competency-based diploma program. This program helps students gain the knowledge and skills required to work as an early childhood educator. Students will learn how to :
Plan and implement educational activities which foster comprehensive child development
Create a healthy and safe environment
Respond to children’s needs at various levels
Observe and detect developmental issues
Create supportive relationships with parents
Work as an effective team member
Program of studies
Work Functions and analysis
Health and Safety
Child development
Facilitation
Transition and routines
Supportive relationships
Teamwork
Activities for infants and toddlers
Activities for preschoolers
Relationships with parents
Special needs
Service delivery
Admission requirements
High School Diploma; or
Adult High School Diploma; or
GED Diploma of High School Equivalency.
Students must demonstrate interest and motivation for the field of Early Childhood Education. A criminal record check is also required.
Employment opportunities Graduates from this program can find employment in day care centres, pre-school programs, child development centres, after-school programs, and in community-based organisations dealing with child development.
