Employment Prospects

By the end of this program, graduates will be able to apply their knowledge and skills in various work environments:

• Childcare centers
• Early years centers
• School day care
• Coordinating offices
• Home childcare services
• Kindergartens
• Drop-in day care facilities

Course List

Specialized Training:

Session 1    

• The Profession of Early Childhood Educator
• Childhood Development from 0 to 2 years old
• Safety and Hygiene in Early Childcare Centers
• Writing and Summarizing Texts Relevant to the profession

Session 2    

• Childhood Development from 2 to 12 years old
• Communication Skills in the Workplace
• The Child's Health in the Care Center
• Creativity in Early Childcare Centers

Session 3    

• Meaningful Relationship with Children
• Observing Children’s Behaviour
• Child’s Art Development and Playing Skills
• Planning Activities for Early Childcare Centers
• Observation  and Communication Internship

Session 4    

• Development of Childhood Autonomy
• Organizing and Leading Individual Educational Activities
• Organizing and Leading Group Educational Activities
• Behavioural Interventions in Early Childcare Centers  
• Integration and Animation Internship

Admission Criteria

• Meet the Attestation of Collegial studes (AEC) admission criteria as set by the Ministère de l’Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport du Québec.

REQUIRED QUALITIES AND APTITUDES

• Creativity
• Open-mindedness
• Patience and understanding
• Independence
• Adaptability
• Ability to inspire and communicate
• Good health, vision and hearing

IMMUNIZATION

During the first semester at the college, students must prove that their basic immunization is up-to-date: diphtheria, polio, tetanus, rubella, mumps and measles. Vaccines against hepatitis B and the cold may also be required. Students must be in good health.

Important note: Students will need to provide proof that they are eligible for their internships. A request for police file verification will be necessary. This request will be made by the College.

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