Early Childhood Care and Education - Certificate
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Learn how to create programs and environments that are child-centred, nurturing and rich for supporting child development. Our program incorporates a variety of teaching learning strategies, including case study and theoretical analysis, cooperative and experiential learning and practical application of knowledge and skills in a six-week practicum.
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*This program may be eligible for the post-graduation work permit (PGWP).
Program Pathways
Early Childhood Care and Education - Certificate
This nine-month program will prepare you to start a rewarding career or ladder into programs for further specialization.
Early Childhood Care and Education - Inclusive Practice Advanced Certificate
After you complete the Early Childhood Care and Education - Certificate, ladder into this program to meet the educational requirements of the BC ECE Registry Special Needs Educator Certification.
These courses may be used as credits toward the Human Services Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
Early Childhood Care and Education - Infant/Toddler Advanced Certificate
After you complete the Early Childhood Care and Education - Certificate, ladder into this program to meet the educational requirements of the BC ECE Registry Special Needs Educator Certification.
These courses may be used as credits toward the Human Services Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
Pursue a Human Services Diploma
After you complete the Early Childhood Care and Education - Certificate, ladder into this program to get career ready or transfer into a degree program.
Funding Options
Don't let the cost of studying in Early Childhood Care & Education stop you from pursuing your dream. Funding opportunities are available.
- ECE Student Bursary Program (delivered through ECEBC)
- CBT ECE Workforce Development Fund
- Selkirk College Student Awards and Financial Support
Accessibility & Flexibility
Choose your study option:
- Online: fully online with in person practicums either in the Kootenays or in your home community.
- Blended: (for international students or students who prefer f2f) blend of online asynchronous and on campus classes, practicum in the Kootenay/Boundary area.
- Full-time: All ECCE Certificate courses can be completed full-time, part-time and fully online. Certificates in Infant Toddler Care or Inclusive Practices (Special Needs) are also fully online.
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Take this Program If You Are
- Comfortable working with young children
- Patient and flexible
- Creative and energetic
- Caring
- Empathetic
A Field that Nurtures Children
ECCE students learn how to develop programs and create environments that are child-centred, nurturing and rich with potential for early development.
Learners will be prepared to work with young children and their families in a variety of exciting and rewarding roles. They will be able to participate in the planning and delivery of programs that focus upon healthy child development and develop relationships within the field of early care and learning.
Start Your Rewarding Career
Learn how to create programs and environments that are child-centred, nurturing and rich for supporting child development. Our program incorporates a variety of teaching learning strategies including:
- Case study and theoretical analysis
- Cooperative and experiential learning
- Practical application of knowledge and skills in a six-week practicum
You will experience small class sizes and instructors who are committed to excellence in education and professional practice.