College Diploma - Early Childhood Education (0302)

Pursue a College Diploma in Early Childhood Education at St. Lawrence College. Gain practical experience & support for international students. Apply now!

Students will combine theoretical study with practical experience in this program which prepares them to work with children (from birth to age 12) and their families in a variety of early childhood settings. Graduates have a firm understanding of human development from birth to 12 years of age, and can use this understanding to create responsive, inclusive, play-based learning environments to best support the child as they develop. Students receive 630 hours of practical experience in a variety of early learning environments during three field placements, starting in the first year of the program. This experience allows students to apply the skills taught in the classroom in real world learning experiences. Graduates may find employment in: Licensed child care agencies Full-day Kindergarten classrooms EarlyON Child and Family Centres Parenting and family literacy programs School-age child care programs Home child care Domestic or international nannies Community programs Camps