Early Childhood Education (213)
Credential:
Diploma
Estimated yearly tuition fee:
10,000 - 20,000 CAD
School:
Mohawk CollegeProgram Length:
2 Years
Category:
Health Sciences, Nursing, and Emergency Services
Level:
Undergraduate
Instruction language:
English
Application Fee:
100.00 CAD
Campuses:
Fennell Campus (FF)
Intake and availability
Intake
Status
Deadline to apply
May 2025
Open
September 2025
Open
January 2026
Open
Program overview
- Living lab provides a realistic early years environment for hands on learning.
- Receive support developing a professional e-portfolio.
- Preplacement course prepares you for entry to field practice.
- Opportunities for specialized placements.
- Strong community partnerships providing volunteer experiences.
What you'll learn
- How to foster the development of the whole child through an understanding of child development and intentional planning.
- Collaborative skills to support children and their families through responsive relationships.
- Observation, pedagogical documentation and reflection of best practices.
- Current legislation and guiding principles of the Early Years System.
- Implement an integrated community approach to engage with children, families and professionals.
Admission requirements
Domestic and International student admission requirements
- OSSD or equivalent including:
- Grade 12 English C or U or equivalent (70% guideline)
- Volunteer experience in child care recommended
- Attendance at program orientation is strongly recommended
- Applicants should note that some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards must be met as a condition of employment
Options are available for mature applicants.
Note: this is a Competitive Program
Language Requirements for International Students:
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of GAS-EAP (478) Program Level 8
- TOEFL minimum score of 560 (83 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English. Options are available for mature applicants.
English requirements
Minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score
Overall: 6.5
Listening: 6.5
Reading: 6.5
Writing: 6.5
Speaking: 6.5