Early Childhood Education Assistant

Embark on a fulfilling career with our Early Childhood Education Assistant program!

This comprehensive training program equips you with the necessary skills to support the development and learning of young children.

From understanding child development and creating inclusive learning environments to engaging in practical experiences, you'll be well-prepared to make a positive impact in early childhood settings.

Our curriculum includes essential training in child development, health and safety, first aid, food safety, and more, ensuring you're job-ready upon graduation.

Start your journey toward a rewarding career in early childhood education with us today!

Program Highlights
Duration 416 hours, 15 weeks, 4 months
Curriculum
  • Financial Awareness and Success
  • Diversity & Inclusion in Professional Practice
  • Job Search and Resume Writing
  • Principles of Child Development (Part 1 & Part 2)
  • Environments, Relationships, and Development in Early Education
  • Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition
  • Standard First Aid with CPR Level C Training
  • Food Safe Training
  • WHMIS Training
  • Practicum for Early Childhood Education Assistant
Certification Diploma
Compliance PTIB (Private Training Institutions Branch, Ministry of Advanced Education and Future Skills) - Approval Pending
Average Salary $40,000
BC Job Openings, 2023-2033 High demand across BC

Admissions Requirements: English as First Language
  • All Students must be 19 years of age or older at the start of their program.
  • Grade 12 OR G.E.D. OR Mature Student Status (Successful completion of the institutions Entrance Evaluation with a minimum of 75%)
  • Satisfactory completion of a Criminal Record Search under the Criminal Records Review Program with a vulnerable sector check.
  • A pre-admission application and interview
  • International students must have an IELTS score of 5.5 bands or higher, or pass the College's English Language Assessment Test.

Admissions Requirements: English as Second Language

Tuition and Fees
Tuition $6,523 *
Application Fee $250
Archival Fee $5
Books $320
Materials $450
Testing $100
Total Tuition and Fees $7,648
Payment Plan Options:
  • 4 interest-free monthly payments of $ 1,912 each
  • Student Loans and alternate funding available for those who qualify.
*Pending Approval from the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) - Coming Soon: 2024