Early Childhood Assistant Diploma Program

Program Overview

Do you love working with children? Do you want to play an important role in their cognitive, physical and social development? Our Early Childhood Assistant diploma program gives you the skills, training and experience to pursue this rewarding career path. We combine instruction and seminars with field-related practicums in an infant, toddler and pre-school setting so you graduate with knowledge and confidence. We focus on the communication, observational and curriculum planning skills that are essential in this field, and provide a strong understanding of child education, development and nutrition. This program is accredited by the National Association of Career Colleges (NACC).

In Partnership with NACC

Program Weeks:

40

Program Hours:

945

Program Type:

Diploma

Key Program Modules

  • Introduction to Early Child Care and Education
  • Child, Family & Community
  • Introduction to Child Development
  • Health & Safety
  • Introduction to Prenatal, Infant and Toddler Development
  • Observation Skills
  • Nutrition
  • Curriculum Planning
  • And more!

Career Opportunities

With your new skills, training and knowledge, you can pursue employment opportunities in kindergartens, childcare centres, community centres, after-school programs, religious organizations and more. Graduates are qualified for a range of related positions, including daycare worker, early childhood program assistant, early childhood educator, nursery school aide and home-based childcare provider.

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