George Brown Polytechnic

Early Childhood Education (Accelerated)

George Brown Polytechnic

Faculty:School of Early Childhood
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Length:16 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $6,065
International: $27,825
Scholarships:1
Careers:Early Childhood Educators and Assistants

Description:

George Brown's Early Childhood Education (Accelerated) program will prepare you for a rewarding career in a rapidly evolving sector. This condensed, 16-month version of our two-year diploma program will teach you to work with children from six weeks to 12 years of age in a variety of early childhood education settings.

Prerequisites:

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

    Applicants must have

    • An Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent* with completion of Grade 12 English (C or U) PLUS any additional (3) Grade 12 C, U, M or Grade 11 C, U or M credits
    • Application Form

    Test Scores:
    • Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80]
    Additional Admission Requirements:

      All students in this program must have completed the following prior to beginning field placement:

      • Standard first aid with CPR level C course
      • Police vulnerable sector check
      • Medical clearance

      * Mature Student Status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)

      Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English.

      * 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.

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