Early Learning and Child Care Certificate

A one year certificate preparing early childhood educators, covering child development, play based learning, health safety and nutrition, guidance and behaviour, inclusive practice and supervised practicums in licensed settings.

The certificate maps onto the entry level of Alberta’s early childhood certification framework, so graduates can work while continuing into the diploma. Child care staffing shortages across the province are severe and documented, which means the practicum very often converts straight into a job offer.

The institution publishes CIP code 19.0709 for Early Learning and Child Care Certificate on its own list of programmes aligned to the eligible field of study requirement, so the programme meets that requirement. Study at this level does not carry spousal open work permit eligibility, so anyone considering Early Learning and Child Care Certificate with a partner should plan on a single income. Every work permit decision rests with Canadian immigration authorities, and Apply Study Visa confirms the position for Early Learning and Child Care Certificate in writing before you pay a deposit.

Entry to Early Learning and Child Care Certificate is Grade 12 / High School with a minimum of 50 percent. The English requirement is IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6, and tuition for Early Learning and Child Care Certificate is recorded at CAD 16,690 a year with a CAD 150 application fee. 5 intake windows are listed. Apply Study Visa manages the Early Learning and Child Care Certificate application, the attestation letter, the deposit and the study permit as one process.