EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
OVERVIEW
Combine theoretical study with practical experience in this program which prepares students to work with children (from birth to age 12) and their families in a variety of early childhood settings. Graduates have a firm understanding of human development from birth to 12 years of age, and can use this understanding to create responsive, inclusive, play-based learning environments to best support the child as they develop. Students receive 630 hours of practical experience in a variety of early learning environments during three field placements, starting in the first year of the program. This experience allows students to apply the skills taught in the classroom in real world learning experiences.
Note: Interested applicants can apply to study in the online program on a part-time basis.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Code0302
Start DateSeptember
CredentialOntario College Diploma
CampusKingston
Program Length2 Years
DeliveryFull-Time
Open for international students
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Our graduates:
- Have a firm understanding of human development from birth to 12 years of age.
- Understand observation, reflection, and the preparation of pedagogical documentation.
- Know how children learn and understand how to create responsive, inclusive, play-based learning environments, to best support the child as they develop.
- Establish professional relationships with families, other professionals and colleagues.
- Apply current legislation to their practice.
- Advocate on behalf of families and the field of early childhood education.
- Maintain health and safety standards
PROGRAM OUTLINE
2022-2023
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
REQUIREMENTS
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with the majority of Grade 11 and 12 courses at the C, U or M level including the following prerequisites:
- Grade 12 English at the C or U level
For OSSD equivalency options, see Admission Requirements.
If you are missing prerequisite courses, enroll in the Career/College Prep program - free for Ontario residents who are 19 years or older.
Health Requirements
Immunization - Communicable Disease Requirements
Completion of the Immunization - Communicable Disease Form is a mandatory condition.
for your clinical/practical placement. THIS FORM IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Download your Immunization - Communicable Disease Form
Questions regarding the completion of this form can be submitted to Immunizations@sl.on.ca
Note: Full-time student coverage for vaccines received on or after September 1, can be claimed under the Student Sickness & Accident Insurance Plan.
Other Requirements
Criminal Background Check:
Applicants are advised that Criminal Background Checks (CBC) conducted by the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) are required for programs with field or clinical placements. Certain criminal convictions may prevent participation in placements and program completion may not be possible. Attaining and paying for a CBC and Vulnerable Sector Screening (OPP) is the responsibility of the student, and these may have to be renewed every three to six months. Applicants with criminal records are advised to contact the Associate Dean/Campus Dean of the respective school prior to applying.
Students applying to the Kingston Campus program must obtain the Criminal Background Check from the Kingston Police Force for field placement agencies in the City of Kingston. Because these documents are time sensitive, students should not apply until informed to do so by their program.
PLACEMENT
Students from our program have completed their placements in agencies such as: Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board, Bayridge Childcare Centre, Boys and Girls Club of Kingston, EarlyON Programs, Frontenac County Childcare Centres, Helen Tufts Nursery School, Henderson Childcare Centre, Lennox and Addington Resources for Children, Les Petits Amis Childcare Centre, Limestone District School Board.
SPF/Faculty arrange placements
Student Placement Facilitator (SPF) Support
Complete SLC Placement requirements
- 6 Training Modules
- Student Declaration/Oath of Confidentiality
- Student Covid 19 Waiver
- Immunization
- CPIC – VULNERABLE SECTOR
- First Aid & CPR
Questions:
FEES
2022-2023
Canadian Students
Tuition
Program Fees
Ancillary Fees
Total
CAD
$2,721.36
$0.00
$1,452.52
$4,173.88
Fees are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters.
Canadian Students
Tuition
Program Fees
Ancillary Fees
Total
CAD
$2,721.36
$0.00
$1,452.52
$4,173.88
Fees are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters.
