Overview

The Early Childhood Education Graduate Diploma from Thompson Rivers University graduates embark on rewarding careers in half or full day child care programmes, family child care, Head Start programmes, Strong Start programmes, and other child care facilities.

Areas of learning include: developing relationships with children, child development, child guidance, interpersonal relations, educational theories, designing and developing curriculum content, reflective practice, working with families, and programme management.

Practical fieldwork experience is a component of each semester. With a combination of classroom learning and hands-on experience in early childhood care and education, graduates are able to work effectively with co-workers and children to become strong advocates for children and families.

This programme is eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and aligns with IRCC’s updated list of eligible fields of study (CIP Code: 19.0709). Please consult the IRCC website for the latest information.

Career opportunities:

Graduates of the Early Childhood Education Diploma programme at Thompson Rivers University embark on rewarding careers in half- or full-day child care programmes, family child care, Head Start programmes, Strong Start programmes, and other child care facilities.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Child Guidance

Interpersonal Relations - Communications

Child Health

Curriculum Development

Interpersonal Relations - Helping Interactions

Administration of Early Childhood Education Programmes

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kamloops, Canada

Disciplines

Early Childhood Education View 74 other Bachelors in Early Childhood Education in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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125

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Grade 12 (or equivalent) or mature student status
English Studies 12/English First Peoples 12 with a minimum of 73% (or equivalent)

After acceptance into the programme, students will:

Provide an immunization schedule
Complete a Consent for Criminal record check (CRC clearance needed before the commencement of practicum)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33960 CAD / year

≈ 33960 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

6440 CAD / year

≈ 6440 CAD / year

Additional Details

Fees for four courses per semester.

Living costs

Kamloops

Canada

1240 - 1930 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

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Credits

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Disciplines

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Kamloops

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