Early Childhood Education

PROGRAM DETAILS
 

 

PROGRAM OVERVIEW
 

The Early Childhood Education program combines theory and coursework with real experience in the field. Students will learn the importance of play in children's learning, family involvement, and curriculum design. Graduates will be qualified to work in a variety of jobs including child care centres, early learning and family centres.

 

YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE
 

Does shaping and nurturing young minds of the future while enjoying a satisfying, in-demand career interest you? Fanshawe’s Early Childhood Education program will give you the skills and the hands-on experience to get you on your way.

 

Our unique program blends theory and coursework with real experience in the field. You’ll develop knowledge and professional skills in child development with the assistance of our diverse courses and learn about the valuable and specialized role you play in the community. 

 

Graduates from this program will gain diverse and dynamic skills for the evolving world of childhood education. You’ll be qualified to work in a range of jobs including child care centres, early learning and family centres, before and after school programs and with school boards.

 

This two-year Ontario College Diploma program will develop students' knowledge and professional skills in the early childhood educator's role and responsibilities. Your work placement will expose you to a wide variety of age groups and multiple organizations. You’ll have had dynamic and eclectic experiences that will make you more valuable to the field of Early Childhood Education.

 

 

This program is offered at more than one campus and fully online for your convenience. Learn more about the programs and services of Fanshawe’s campuses in Clinton, St. Thomas and Woodstock. Not sure if you're ready for online learning? Take Fanshawe's online learning readiness test to see if getting a diploma online is for you.

 

 

- Grade 12 English (C or U)

 

Students who do not meet the admission requirements are recommended for academic upgrading. A conditional offer may be possible with proof of enrolment. Alternatively, applicants may choose to do the one-year Human Services Foundation preparatory program to meet all the admissions requirements for this program.

 

Note:  Graduates of this program may choose to transfer into level 5 of the Honours Bachelor of Early Childhood Leadership Degree program after completing the bridging requirements.

 

 

• WRIT-1094    Reason & Writing 1 for Community Studies       
• ECED-1084  Foundations of ECE 3
• ECED-1003  Emotional Development & Early Relations         
• ECED-1074  Child Development: Intro   
• PSYC-1101   Interpersonal Development
• FLDP-1021   Field Orientation      

LEVEL 2
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:

• COMM-3082 Communications for Community Studies
• ECED-1075  Child Development: 0-3 Years      
• FLDP-1022   Field Practicum 0-3 Years  
• ECED-1076  Curriculum & Pedagogy: 0-3 Years          
• ECED-1005  Health Safety & Nutrition in ECE  
• ECED-3022  Partnerships with Families
• FLDP-1024   Field Seminar: 0-3 Years   

LEVEL 3
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:

• ECED-3003  Educational Perspectives  
• ECED-3037  Inclusive Practice    
• FLDP-3023   Field Practicum 3-6 Years  
• ECED-3038  Child Development: 3-6 Years      
• ECED-3042  Curriculum & Pedagogy: 3-6 Years          
• ECED-1053  Promoting Pro-Social Behaviour  
• FLDP-3027   Field Seminar: 3-6 Years   

LEVEL 4
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:

• ECED-3039  Child Development: 6-12 Years    
• ECED-3041  Understanding Child Abuse & Neglect    
• ECED-3040  Professionalism, Ethics & Advocacy        
• ECED-3044  Best Practices: Reflective Practitioner    
• SOCI-3003    Canadian Families Change & Diversity   
• FLDP-3024   Field Practicum 0-12 Years

Gen Ed - Electives
Take 3 General Education Credits -
Normally taken in Level 1

Program Residency
Students Must Complete a Minimum of 20 credits in this
program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency
requirement and graduate from this program
 

 

CAREER INFORMATION
 

Graduates of Fanshawe’s Early Childhood Education program will have the knowledge and skills to work with children, families and the community in the context of early learning and development programs for children from birth to 12 years of age. Graduates will be prepared to find employment in a variety of early childhood settings, including:

 

Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.