About Early Childhood Care And Learning Certificate in College of New Caledonia
Finishing a program in early childhood education is an important step towards becoming licensed to practise as an Early Childhood Educator in BC.
Childhood care and education is a naturally rewarding and challenging career. It is full of opportunities to help children and families learn and grow.
A natural ability around young children is only the first step in the career journey. Professional caregivers face a variety of behavioural, organizational, and personal challenges. This program will prepare you with the skills and knowledge you need to help every child get the most from their time spent in your care.
Careers
Graduates in Early Childhood Care and Learning may go on to work with young children in a variety of settings, including:
- Child care centres
- Preschools
- Supported Child Development programs
- Community Care Licensing Officer
- Aboriginal supported child care programs
- Infant and family development programs
- Social service agencies
- Libraries
- School district StrongStart programs
- Child development centres
- Owner/operator of early learning programs
What you will learn
The Early Childhood Care and Learning program provides comprehensive practical skills and theoretical understanding.
- Growth and development theory
- Historical and Contemporary Early Learning
- Health, safety, and nutrition
- Working effectively with parents and coworkers
- Curriculum development
- Responding to the unique interests and needs of children
- Graduates will also have the option of additional training to specialize as either an Infant and Toddler Educator or Special Needs Educator.
Academic qualification equivalents
- All India Senior School Certificate or Higher Secondary Certificate/Standard 12 or Indian School Certificate (Year 12) as recognized qualifications
English language requirements
College of New Caledonia Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Campus setting |
Urban Setting |
| Registration fee |
350 CAD |
| Average Tuition per year |
CAD 3,111.10 |
| English language proficiency test |
IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo |
| Housing facilities |
Available |
| Financial aid |
Scholarship, Grants and loans |
College of New Caledonia Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Below is the cost of studying at the College of New Caledonia which includes expenses such as tuition, residence, fees, housing, health, and personal items cost.
Tuition should be deposited before issuance of a Letter of Acceptance (LOA).
| Type of fee |
Amount (CAD) |
| Average annual tuition |
3111.10 |
| Health/Medical Insurance or coverage |
150 |
| University transfer courses, 3 credits(per course) |
1195 |
| Registration fee (per term) |
350 |
| Academic upgrading (per course) |
1560 |
| English language training (ELT) |
4700 |
| Homestay (accommodation) |
200 + 700 (monthly) |
| Residence (large room) |
400 |
| Residence (standard room) |
500 |
