Portage College

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Early Learning & Child Care

Portage College

Faculty:Human Services
Degree:Diploma; Online
Field of Study:Child Care Provider/Assistant
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Length:1 Year(s)
Careers:Social and Community Service WorkersEarly Childhood Educators and Assistants

Description:

The Early Learning & Child Care Diploma is delivered fully online and builds upon the certificate program preparing you to work in early learning programs in a supervisory capacity.

The Diploma program emphasizes the development of knowledgeable and skilled practitioners who can model and lead best practices in early learning and child care environment. The program course content provides the student with advanced knowledge and skills in the areas of development, health, family, and more.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    • Successful completion of Early Learning and Child Care Certificate from Portage College or another provincial college
    • College transcripts
    • Criminal Record Check, Child Youth Information System Document (formally CWIS) Alberta Child and Youth Services
    Additional Admission Requirements:
      Some courses are transferable to the Portage College Educational Assistant program. Transferability to other provincial colleges is available. 60 block credit transfer to Athabasca University BPA program.

      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

      Modified on August 04, 2022