
Overview
This flexible full or part-time Early Childhood Education and Care diploma program from Vancouver Island University offers in-depth theoretical learning and practical experience working with trained early childhood educators to build connections within the industry.
The five practicum placements prepare students for careers in licensed early childcare and learning centres, government, early intervention, Aboriginal early learning centres, or schools or post-secondary institutions.
Graduates of the early childhood diploma program have gone on to stimulating careers as early child care assistants and early childhood educator, to name a few.
The Early Childhood Education and Care program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work with young children and their families in licensed child care settings. Students progress through an interrelated series of courses and practica designed to integrate theoretical learning, awareness of self in relationships, and practical experience in becoming an Early Childhood Educator. This program may be completed on a part- or full-time basis.
Career Opportunities
In recent years, there has been an increasing demand for qualified individuals to work with young children in child care facilities. Graduates of the program may find employment opportunities in a variety of child care settings such as day care centres, pre-schools, private kindergartens, child care resource and referral, and child and family service agencies. Employment opportunities in the field increase with further training and work experience.
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Courses included:
- Interpersonal Communication: Theory and Practice
- Program Planning: Development Through Play
- Child Development
- Roots and Trends of Canadian Early Childhood Education Practice
- Practicum
- Program Planning: Creative Expression
- Assessing and Supporting Healthy Early Development
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
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General requirements
- graduation from a BC secondary school, or equivalent, with a minimum “C” grade in either English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12;
- previous degree from a recognized university;
- English 12 with a minimum “C” grade, or equivalent.
- Résumé describing education and employment background.
- Two letters of reference, completed on a University Reference Form, from persons other than relatives. At least one letter of reference must document completion of 60 hours in a licensed child care facility such as a family childcare, group day care or pre-school.
- Group interview with the program Chair and faculty to be scheduled during the month of April.
- Applicants who submit a completed application form by the end of February may be offered an earlier interview date.
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23925 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23925 CAD per year during 24 months. -
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6115 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6115 CAD per year during 24 months.
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.