Early Childhood Education

Flexible learning that fits your life.

Prepare for a rewarding career as an ECE with a unique combination of online learning and hands-on experiences:

• Enjoy flexible and interactive learning without the requirement of classroom attendance
• Put theory into practice with practicum experiences arranged in your Ontario community.
• Design and implement curriculum to meet the diverse learning needs of children at different stages and in varying environments.
• Learning emphasizes inclusive practices, partnerships with families, multiple intelligences and evidence-informed practices.
• Get a range of experiences in community early learning programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children.

Please note:

• This program is recognized by the College of Early Childhood Educators.
• Students should complete all program requirements within seven years.
• Students must obtain a grade of 50% or higher to pass each course.
• Students must obtain a G.P.A. of 60% or higher to obtain this credential.
• Courses may not be available every intake.
• Students may apply to receive the credential after completing all required courses.

View and retain a copy of the Student Handbook

This program is open for enrolment on a course-by-course basis. Students should possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or be classified as a Mature Student (19 years of age or older without an OSSD) prior to registering for courses.

All Non-Academic Requirements (NARs) must be fully completed, submitted, reviewed, and approved by the Practicum Coordinator before starting any practicum hours. This process can take several weeks.

Registration in the practicum does not guarantee practicum eligibility or permission to start practicum hours. Students who have outstanding, incomplete, expired, or unapproved NARs will not be permitted to attend practicum.

Paying for College

At Loyalist College, we believe that cost should never be a barrier to your success. We’re here to help you navigate the costs of college and connect you with a variety of financial aid programs and resources. Learn more about paying for college and OSAP for students completing distance education programs.

Students may choose to take a course load that works for their circumstances.

Required Courses:
COMM 1048	Communications
CADW 1007	Intro. to Child Development
ECEP 1006	Introduction to ECE
ECEP 1010	Observing Early Development
CADW 1005	Creative Play
GNED 1100	Becoming a Global Changemaker

Students may choose to take a course load that works for their circumstances.

Required Courses:
ECEP 1013	Health, Safety and Nutrition
ECEP 1012	Responsive Relationships 1
CADW 1006	Infant Toddler Development
ECEP 1008	Infant Toddler Learning Environment
PROF 1010	Practicum Seminar 1
WKPL 1032	Practicum 1 - Infant Toddler
Plus ONE	General Education Course

Students may choose to take a course load that works for their circumstances.

Required Courses:
ECEP 2008	Child, Family & Community
CADW 2001	Preschool Development
ECEP 2009	Responsive Relationships 2
ECEP 2002	Preschool Learning Environment
PROF 2017	Practicum Seminar 2
WKPL 2049	Practicum 2 - Preschool

Students may choose to take a course load that works for their circumstances.

Required Courses:
CADW 2002	Children with Exceptionalities
CADW 2003	School-Age Development
ECEP 2010	Policy, Advocacy and Professionalism
ECEP 2007	Evidence-Informed Practices
ECEP 2005	School Age Learning Environment
WKPL 2072	Practicum 3 - School-Age (Not offered in the Spring)
Plus ONE	General Education Course