Overview
This theoretical and practical training offers an approach to understanding children, childhood and youth that includes: diversity, inequality, exceptionalities, families, cultures, social worlds, schools, peers, communities, popular and media culture, and international issues that span the globe. This wide-ranging knowledge base opens up doors to working with young people in a variety of capacities.
A service-learning component is required in Year 2 of the Childhood Education program at Brock University, with additional possibilities for service-learning experience in Years 3 and 4.
Career outcomes
- Child protection worker
- Speech-language pathologist
- Special needs worker
- Youth worker
- Child advocate
- Occupational therapist
- Child life specialist
- Community college teacher
- Preschool integration co-ordinator
- Elementary school teacher
- Autism specialist
- Social worker
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Child and Youth Studies
- Child and Youth Studies in Aboriginal Contexts
- Development in Aboriginal Contexts
- Child and Youth Development
- Principles of Service-Learning Practicum
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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For January start, deadline is two weeks before start of term.
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Credits
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Disciplines
Education Psychology Sociology View 197 other Bachelors in Sociology in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Senior Secondary school credential appropriate for entry to university in your home country
- Academically rigorous grade 12 year
- Minimum B- average (higher for some programs)
- English Language proficiency requirements must be satisfied
Tuition Fee
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International
29280 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29280 CAD per year during 48 months. -
National
6090 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6090 CAD per year during 48 months.
- Tuition (Domestic) $6,090
- Tuition (International) $29,279.90 Flat Fee
Living costs for St. Catharines
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.