Community & Childcare Studies

Early Childhood Assistant (ECA)

Program40 Weeks (1000 hours)Hybrid
Credential
Program
Duration
40 Weeks (1000 hours)
Delivery
Hybrid
Field
Community

Program overview

The Early Childhood Assistant program equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to support the healthy development of young children. It offers comprehensive training in child development, curriculum planning, and effective communication with children and families. Students gain practical experience through supervised placements in childcare settings, ensuring they are well-prepared to assist early childhood educators in creating nurturing, educational environments and to foster the growth and development of children during their critical early years.

What you'll learn

13 core subjects and skill areas covered across the program.

1Foundations of Early Childhood
2Communications
3Infant and Child Development
4Observation Skills
5Health Safety and Nutrition
6Child, Family and Community
7Practicum I
8Introduction to Sociology
9Play-Based Early Learning Strategies
10Language and Literacy
11Introduction to Psychology
12Guiding Children's Behavior
13Foundations of Early Childhood Education

Career opportunities

Roles graduates are prepared to pursue.

Early Childhood AssistantChildcare AssistantPreschool AssistantDaycare WorkerEducational Assistant in Early Learning CentersInfant and Toddler CaregiverAssistant in Special Needs ProgramsKindergarten Classroom AssistantAfter-School Program AssistantPrivate NannyEarly Childcare AssistantDaycare AssistantChildcare WorkerEarly Learning Centre AssistantKindergarten Support WorkerNursery AssistantChild Development Support WorkerSpecial Needs Support AssistantChild-Care CentresDay-Care CentresKindergartensHome-Based Daycare SettingsAgencies for Exceptional Children

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