There is an increased demand for qualified early childhood educators. Students can get the skills they need to start a rewarding career working with young children. This activity-based program is taught using a holistic approach in which the stages of a child’s developmental growth are emphasized including cognitive skills and socio-emotional development.

Graduates of Canadore College's program find careers working in partnership with teachers in kindergarten classrooms across Ontario, as well as other early learning environments.

Future Careers: • Full-day kindergarten programs • Educational settings as educational assistants • Resource programs • Specialty and early learning schools • Childcare centres or home care

Students will learn: • Child development • Infant, toddler, pre-school, kindergarten and school-aged curricula • Language and literacy development • Health, safety and nutrition • Special education • Outdoor/environmental learning course

The program is recognized by the College of Early Childhood Educators. Graduates may apply to become Registered Childhood Educators.