The early childhood education program is a two year course (four years if completed through part time program) which prepares graduates to work in a variety of early learning environments such as preschools, playschools and daycares. Students participating in this program will acquire an understanding of the theories of child development as well as the ability to plan, implement and administer a balanced early learning curriculum. The early childhood education program provides students with a balance of theoretical and practical experiences which give them the opportunity to develop caring, professionalism and integrity in their interactions with children, families and the larger community.

Early Childhood Education Diploma Courses

ECE 1013 Human Development: Conception to Age Three
ECE 1023 Creative Experiences for Young Children
ECE 1033 Intro to Early Childhood Program Development
ECE 1053 Creating Appropriate Learning Environments
ECE 1063 Caring for the Caregiver
ECE 1073 Guiding and Understanding Behavior
ECE 1083 Introduction to the E.C.E. Profession
ECE 1093 Nutrition for Young Children
ECE 1103 Movement Experiences
ECE 1113 Music Experiences for Young Children
ENG 1033 Intro to Professional Reading & Writing 1
ENG 1043 Intro to Professional Reading & Writing 2
ECE 2093 Human Development: Preschool
ECE 2083 Human Development: School Age
ECE 2023 Observation and Assessment
ECE 2033 Play and Learning
ECE 2043 Language Development
ECE 2053 Working with Families
ECE 2063 Health & Safety in Early Childhood Setting
ENG 2013 Critical Reading and Professional Writing
ENG 2023 Professional Research Methods
SPE 2013 Introduction to Special Education 1
SPE 2023 Introduction to Special Education 2
YHW 1063 Methods in Child and Youth Guidance

*Full course descriptions and information on part time class locations available in the downloadable PDF Calendar.

Tuition: See Tuition for diploma student costs. Cost for non-diploma students (Professional Development Students) is $500.00 plus text.

Individuals interested in taking select courses and not the complete diploma program must complete sections 1 & 2 on the IHSE application. These students are classified as Professional Development students. Those interested in courses beginning in September should contact the Institute by phone or email to indicate their interest.

Phone :Debbie Connolly or Anna Macdonell at (902) 893-3342
Applications may be faxed to (902) 895-4487

Funding Support Programs: See News Page for information on funding assistance available from Nova Scotia Community Services.

Equivalency: Individuals interested in obtaining ECE Equivalency through Nova Scotia Community Services should review their Application for ECE Equivalency.