Child Development Practitioner - 620C

Mohawk College Certificate

Apprenticeship

Develop the ability to foster a sense of belonging, engagement, expression and well-being in children and their families in this rewarding career.

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How to Apply

Overview

Program Highlights

Students are funded by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skill Development (MLITSD).
Living Lab provides a realistic early years environment for hands-on learning.
The Child Development Practitioner Apprenticeship Certificate is awarded from the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skill Development (MLITSD) upon successful completion of 5,000–6,000 “on-the-job” hours in addition to the completion of the competencies outlined in the "Apprenticeship Training Standards Log Book" and the ”in- school” Child Development Practitioner subjects/courses.
Opportunities to implement an integrated community approach to engage with children, families and professionals.
Independent and collaborative group work.
Professional learning opportunities provided by guest speakers.
Varied approach to assessments.

What you'll learn

How to foster the development of the whole child and recognize individual needs through an understanding of child development and intentional planning.
Observation, pedagogical documentation and reflection of best practices.
Current legislation and guiding principles of Ontario’s Early Years system.
Collaborative skills to support children and their families through responsive relationships.

Program length and format

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Apprenticeship Program Levels

Admission

OSSD or equivalent
Grade 12 English, general, advanced, C or U
Students must have an identified sponsor to register, i.e., Community Service Agency
Apprentices must first register with the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development prior to enrolment in the Child Development Practitioner Apprenticeship Program. Call 1-800-668-4479 or visit the Ministry of Education.

Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English.

Financial Assistance

When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.

As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.

Available Financial Assistance Resources:

Apply for Awards:

By submitting a Financial Assistance Profile every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.

Apply for Scholarships and Bursaries
View the list of Mohawk College Scholarships & Bursaries

Financial Literacy and Money Coaching:

Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.

One-on-One Money Counselling
Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
Financial Resources and Calculators
Events and Workshops

Program of Studies

Course Overview & Descriptions

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Experiential Learning

How you'll gain skills

Applying theory to practice through a variety of placements supporting the development of infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children.
Experience interactive simulations to further develop course concepts.

To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.

Practicum Placement

For more information regarding the 380 hour Child Development Practitioner practicum placement, please ganimete.nuredini [at] mohawkcollege.ca (contact )kathy.kemp [at] mohawkcollege.ca (the Program Coordinator).

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.

Review the program learning outcomes for Child Development Practitioner (620C)

In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.

Career Opportunities

Your future career options

Educator for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children
Facilitator of Family Support Programs
Professional Learning Consultant
Team teach with an Ontario Certified Teacher

Where you could work includes:

Child Care Centres and Early Learning Agencies.
Parent child drop-in centres such as EarlyON Centres
Professional Resource Centres
Supporting Children with Special Needs

Opportunities for grads

Membership with the Ontario College of Trades.

Educational Pathways

Pathways to Mohawk

If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.