Early Childhood Education (Diploma)

The Early Childhood Education (Diploma) program gives the student the skills and occupational competencies necessary in the industry today based upon the Ministry of Education and Child Care approved curriculum.This program provides the content of the Basic Program in addition to Infant & Toddler development, and Children with Exceptionalities, involving working with children who require extra support in childcare settings.Students in this program will develop a broad range of skills through the study and practice of certified courses in order to develop and lead daily age-appropriate activities for children aimed to help promote social, emotional, physical, cognitive and early literacy development. Students learn to observe children and communicate professionally, when appropriate, children’s progress andor needs with parents, other staff members and individuals involved with the child’s development.Graduates are eligible to apply for an Early Childhood Educator Certificate from the Ministry of Education and Child Care.This program includes practicum placement. This experience within a workplace enables Instructional staff to observe the student in a practice situation while providing the student with the opportunity to gain direct exposure to the chosen career field.