Early Childhood Education Diploma (213)
Description
Learn how to foster the physical, emotional and educational development of children in this rewarding career.
This part-time, blended (online and lecture-based) program has been designed to meet the needs of those who wish to pursue a career as an Early Childhood Educator or are already working in the field and wish to upgrade their qualifications. Graduates from this program are eligible to register with the College of Early Childhood Educators (ECE) upon graduation to obtain ECE designation.
The provincially-approved curriculum has been designed to develop the aptitudes, knowledge and skills ECEs need to work with, and support children and their families in their early educational experiences. Through a carefully designed program of studies that combines theory and hands-on practice in field placements, candidates prepare to create vibrant environments for young children, support exploration, inspire learning and nurture creativity.
Continuing Education students usually complete this program in two to three years, depending on how many courses they complete per a semester.
This program is also offered through Full Time Studies.
During program completion, students will complete three in-person placements. Potential and in-progress students must be aware that most agencies accepting clinical/placement students require you to be fully vaccinated with Health Canada approved vaccines and submit a Vulnerable Sector Check. Students are strongly encouraged to review placement expectations by visiting our Early Childhood Education Field Placement Information webpage.
Preplacement Requirements
If programs include a clinical, practicum, or field placement, students may be required to complete Preplacement Non-Academic Requirements (NARs). Full details will be provided in the course. This is an additional cost (above tuition/ancillary fees and textbooks). More information can be found on the Preplacement Services website and Early Childhood Education Field Placements Information page.
This part-time, blended (online and lecture-based) program has been designed to meet the needs of those who wish to pursue a career as an Early Childhood Educator or are already working in the field and wish to upgrade their qualifications. Graduates from this program are eligible to register with the College of Early Childhood Educators (ECE) upon graduation to obtain ECE designation.
The provincially-approved curriculum has been designed to develop the aptitudes, knowledge and skills ECEs need to work with, and support children and their families in their early educational experiences. Through a carefully designed program of studies that combines theory and hands-on practice in field placements, candidates prepare to create vibrant environments for young children, support exploration, inspire learning and nurture creativity.
Continuing Education students usually complete this program in two to three years, depending on how many courses they complete per a semester.
This program is also offered through Full Time Studies.
During program completion, students will complete three in-person placements. Potential and in-progress students must be aware that most agencies accepting clinical/placement students require you to be fully vaccinated with Health Canada approved vaccines and submit a Vulnerable Sector Check. Students are strongly encouraged to review placement expectations by visiting our Early Childhood Education Field Placement Information webpage.
Preplacement Requirements
If programs include a clinical, practicum, or field placement, students may be required to complete Preplacement Non-Academic Requirements (NARs). Full details will be provided in the course. This is an additional cost (above tuition/ancillary fees and textbooks). More information can be found on the Preplacement Services website and Early Childhood Education Field Placements Information page.
Admission Requirements
You must apply, and be accepted, to this program prior to registering for courses.
Intakes are available in the Fall September, Winter January, and Spring May.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) OR equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) OR Mature Student Status (19 years of age or older)
- A pass in Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS)
University of Toronto Comparative Education Service (CES)
World Education Services (WES)
Instructions on how to submit supporting documentation (eg. official secondary school transcript) will be provided during the application process. If you do not meet the academic eligibility requirements for this program you may request a Pre-Admission test during the application process. For assistance with the application process or for an update on your application, please email ceeducation@mohawkcollege.ca.
Semester 1 - Complete all 6 courses:
EDUC10074 Responsive Care for Infants and Toddlers
EDUC10093 Field Placement Prep
EDUCEC115 Learning Environment 1
EDUCEC121 Child Development & Behaviour 1
EDUCEC128 Parent Teacher Child Relationship 1
HLTHEC101 Health, Safety & Nutrition
Semester 1 - Complete 1 of the next 2 courses:
COMM11000 Essential Communication Skills
COMM10382 Business English Skills
Semester 2 - Complete all 5 courses:
EDUCEC215 Learning Environment 2
EDUCEC221 Child Development & Behaviour 2
EDUCEC228 Parent Teacher Child Relationship 2
OPELXXXXX General Education Elective 1
WORK10156 ECE Practicum 1
Semester 3 - Complete all 5 courses:
EDUC10113 Advocacy, Ethics and Policy
EDUC10118 Curriculum Theory and Approaches
EDUCEC301 Inclusion in the ECE Classroom
EDUCEC420 Parents As Partners
WORK10157 ECE Practicum 2
Semester 4 - Complete all 5 courses:
EDUC10114 Supervising for Leadership and Quality
EDUC10119 Philosophy and Curriculum Design
EDUCEC129 Family Dynamics
OPELXXXXZ General Education Elective 2
WORK10158 ECE Practicum 3
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Related Courses
- Responsive Care for Infants and Toddlers
- Field Placement Prep
- Learning Environment 1
- Child Development & Behaviour 1
- Parent Teacher Child Relationship 2
- Health, Safety & Nutrition
- Essential Communication Skills
- Business English Skills
- Learning Environment 2
- ECE Practicum 1
- Curriculum Theory and Approaches
- Inclusion in the ECE Classroom
- Parents As Partners
- Family Dynamics
- ECE Practicum 3
- Child Development 2
- Children with Exceptionalities
- Curriculum Development
- Advocacy, Ethics and Policy
- Child Development & Behaviour 2
- Child Development 1
- Guidance of the Young Child
- Parent Teacher Child Relationship 1
- Philosophy and Curriculum Design
- Supervising for Leadership and Quality
Overview
- Institution: Mohawk College
- Program type: Diploma
- Language: English
- Program Code: 213
- Delivery Method: Blended/Hybrid Learning
Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.