This program prepares students to provide quality childcare in the community. Students will study practice based on:

• A child-centred focus • Play-based curriculum • Child development • Guidance techniques • Communication skills • Family and community relations • Professionalism

An emergent curriculum approach building on the interests of children, and working closely with families and communities is emphasized.

Additionally, the program is based on the study of child development within a developmental health perspective. Students will learn about current, exciting research in a number of interesting areas.

Upon successful completion of the program students will be able to competently plan learning experiences that stimulate the intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development of young children.

This program provides students with practical experience working with young children at a variety of children’s centres.