Early Childcare Assistant Diploma Program

Early Childcare Assistant Diploma Program
Learn via live instructor-led virtual lectures completed online as well as in-person labs at a training location.
The Early Childcare Assistant program at Trillium College provides training for people trying to find a rewarding job operating in the Early Childcare Assistant Field. Early Childhood Assistants (under the supervision of the Educator or E.C.E.) provide a safe and caring environment for youngsters urging their social, psychological and intellectual advancement.
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Areas of?Focus
Introduction to Early Learning and Care
Roles, Responsibilities, and the Reflective Practitioner
Multiple Perspectives of Child, Family and Community
Introduction to prenatal and infant development
Introduction to toddler development
Introduction to preschool and school age development
Observation and Documentation
Responsive Relationships and Guiding Behavior
Program Planning and Philosophical Approaches to Learning
Written Communications Skills
Health and Safety
Nutrition
Placement: The Early Childhood Assistant students complete their education with
490 hours of placement experience. The placement is broken in two: Infant &
Toddler ? 245 hours & Preschool ? 245 hours
Employment Opportunities
As a graduate of Trillium College?s Early Childcare Assistant (ECA) diploma program, the opportunities you can pursue span nearly all aspects of childcare services. You may find employment as:
Childcare Centers
Ontario Early Years Centers
Parent/Child Literacy Centers
Private Regulated Home-based Child Care
Schools
LINC child minding services
Salary
According to updated information on *Indeed.ca
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or Mature Student Status
Current immunization record
A clear CPIC with Vulnerable Sector Screening
Graduation Requirements
An overall average of 70% must be obtained to graduate with a minimum mark of 60% in any given module