Diploma Program
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Employment Rate
97%
*Jan-Dec 2023, CDI College BC;
Median Wage
$26 /hour
*Jobbank.gc.ca; 2024;
The increasing demand for qualified personnel to work with young children in recent years highlights a growing need for early childhood educators. Those jobs offer challenging and rewarding opportunities for people who want to play a part in children’s development and be helpful in their communities.
In CDI College's Early Childhood Education Post Basic program, students learn how to engage children in many different social and creative activities to facilitate their intellectual and social development. They are also taught classroom management, curriculum planning, and daycare administration.
As part of the program, students must complete practica in various settings to develop and implement comprehensive projects that demonstrate their advanced knowledge as well as gain practical experience.
As part of this program, students will be required to complete observation assignments that will take place in real-world childcare settings, which will be used to complete assignments. These observation hours are required by the Ministry of Children & Family Development.
The Early Childhood Education Post Basic program is an extension of the Early Childhood Education program. Students who wish to pursue their diploma in ECE Post Basic will graduate with specializations in both infant/toddler and children with learning disabilities.
This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training.
Admission Requirements
*From an English language teaching institution.
**19 years of age upon starting classes, and pass college’s English admissions test.
Administrative Requirements
Individuals who have successfully completed early childhood training through a recognized educational institution in British Columbia may apply to the BC Early Childhood Educator Registry for certification as an Infant/Toddler Educator (ITE) and a Special Needs Educator (SNE). Contact the Early Childhood Educator Registry for details of the application process at 1.888.338.6622 or visit their website at: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/early-learning/teach/training-and-professional-development/become-an-early-childhood-educator.
This program is approved by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of British Columbia. CDI College is designated by the Education Quality Assurance (EQA).
Advanced Child Growth & Development
Students will review typical development from birth to six years of age. This module includes a focus on recognition of children who require additional support with an emphasis placed on current theory and research. Students will apply their knowledge of child growth and development and individual differences using a case study approach.
Interacting with Families, School, & Community
This module examines the knowledge, strategies, and competencies needed by the early childhood educator to collaborate effectively with families of infants, toddlers, and children who need additional support. The ethics of empowerment of families, professionals, and children is also examined. Students will review the family systems approach, communication skills, and the family-centred care model.
Foundations of Working with Infants & Toddlers
Working with infants and toddlers poses new challenges for the early childhood educator. This course will help the student develop the understanding and skills necessary for sensitive and respectful responses to infants and toddlers in group care settings.
Program Planning for Infants & Toddlers
Students will build on their prior understanding of developmentally-based, appropriate curriculum for very young children. Students will have opportunities to design high quality infant and toddler programs and activities.
Infant and Toddler Practicum
A six-week integrated community based practicum, supervised by a Certified Infant Toddler Educator (Sponsor Teacher) with additional observation and evaluation by ECE faculty from the college. This course provides the student with opportunities for the development and implementation of comprehensive projects that demonstrate advanced professional knowledge and practice.
Administration Skills for Child Care Centres
This module prepares students in the administrative duties of a pre-school or daycare. Topics such as program philosophy and policy design, financial management, organizational structure, staff development, and relationships with families and community will be highlighted.
Advanced Health, Safety, & Nutrition
This module equips the student with knowledge and skills for planning, implementing, and evaluating health practices for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and children who need extra support in integrated and infant-toddler settings.
Admission
Benefits of this program
Employment Opportunities
*From an English-language teaching institution
**19 years of age upon starting classes and pass the college's English admissions test
Administrative Requirements
Admission
*From an English-language teaching institution
**19 years of age upon starting classes and pass the college's English admissions test
Administrative Requirements
Benefits of this program
Employment Opportunities
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My instructor is always available and she is totally devoted to her job. I had a warm welcome when I started and I was able to integrate well. The staff is dedicated and thoughtful.
Marylou T.
Early Childhood Education Graduate
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