Micro-credentials: Pre-Early Childhood Education

These micro-credentials will be available for registration at a later date.

Pre-ECE Preparation for Placement – Synchronous Seminar Sessions

EC5001 Introduction to Child Development
This Micro-credential (course) provides students with a brief introduction to child development. This course is designed for students in a pre-apprenticeship program demonstrating an interest in studying early childhood education and gaining knowledge about children’s development and the importance of the early years. Students will review the theories of development along with an overview of prenatal development and possible complications in the developing fetus. Students will study the developmental stages from birth to early adolescence while considering all the developmental domains (social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development).

ED5011 Introduction to Early Years Pedagogy
This Micro-credential (course) provides students with a brief introduction to How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years and Child Care. This course is designed for students in a pre-apprenticeship program demonstrating an interest in studying how to support children and families in the early years. Students will explore how to implement curriculum and pedagogy while working within the 4 Foundations of well-being, expression, belonging and engagement. Students will also begin to practice skills necessary in the process of pedagogical documentation. They will also examine the importance of building relationships and will engage in reflective practice, reflecting on their own personal biases that could affect their interactions while working with children and families.

EC5021 Introduction to Child Care Legislation
This online, asynchronous, micro-credential has been designed to provide learners with a brief introduction to the Early Years and Child Care Act (CCEYA), professionalism, and the Code of Ethics. Learners will explore aspects of professionalism in the role of an Early Childhood Educator, including advocacy, self-reflection, ethics, and standards. Additionally, learners will explore Ontario’s currently early years systems and framework, including legislation and the regulatory body.

EC5031 Communication for Child Care Workers
This online, asynchronous, micro-credential provides students with a brief introduction to skills needed to become an effective communicator and explore the importance of teamwork in the field of early childhood education. This course is designed for students in a pre-apprenticeship program, interested in discussing the importance of relationships and examining various communication strategies before engaging in simulations used to practice these skills.

EC5041 Working with Children Exceptionalities
This online, asynchronous, micro-credential provides students with a brief introduction to skills needed to become an effective communicator and explore the importance of teamwork in the field of early childhood education. This course is designed for students in a pre-apprenticeship program, interested in discussing the importance of relationships and examining various communication strategies before engaging in simulations used to practice these skills.

EC5051 – Pre-ECE Preparation for Placement
EC5044 – The Pre-ECE Fieldwork Placement