Early Childhood Education (Intensive) - 263
OSAP Eligible
Overview
Program Highlights
- Condensed program delivery offered to those that have a related degree or diploma.
- Living Lab provides a realistic early years environment for hands-on learning.
- Support in the development of a professional e-portfolio.
- Preplacement course to prepare students for entry-to-field practice.
- Opportunities for specialized placements.
- Strong community partnerships providing volunteer experiences.
Learn more about financial support through the Ontario Early Childhood Educators Upgrade and Leadership Programs.
What you'll learn
- How to foster the development of the whole child through an understanding of child development and intentional planning.
- Collaborative skills to support children and their families through responsive relationships.
- Observation, pedagogical documentation and reflection of best practices.
- Current legislation and guiding principles of Ontario’s early years system.
- Implement an integrated community approach to engage with children, families and professionals.
Program Length
1 academic year (period of 8 months)
View the Exceptions Calendar for start dates and semester break information.
Important Academic Dates
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Admission
Admission
- University degree in Humanities or Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Education) or equivalent or college diploma related to Human Services (70% guideline) including courses in Family Dynamics, Communications and General Electives
- Applicants who have completed post-secondary education in outside fields will be considered if they have the following courses: Communications/English, Family Dynamics and General Elective
- Applicants should note that some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards must be met as a condition of employment
- Proof of English proficiency for applicants where English is not their first language must be submitted to Ontario Colleges
English Language Requirements
If English is not your first language or you have earned the equivalent of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma or post-secondary education outside of Canada, you will be required to provide proof of one of the following:
- IELTS academic overall band of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 80, no band less than 20
- TOEFL Paper-based, overall score 550
- CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment), 70
- PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic 58
- CLBPT (Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test), overall score 7, no band less than 7
- Completion of level 8 of the General Arts and Science - English for Academic Purposes (GAS-EAP). Placement in the GAS-EAP program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English. Options are available for mature applicants.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2022 - 2023 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $1,460.67 | $1,460.67 |
| Mandatory Ancillary Fees | $703.50 | $509.35 |
| Mandatory Program Fees | $77.00 | $0.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $4,211.20 | |
- Awards: Scholarships and Bursaries
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).- Learn more financial support through the Ontario Early Childhood Educators Upgrade and Leadership Programs.
- Full Cost Breakdown
2022 - 2023 International Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $7,130.43 | $7,130.43 |
| International Tax Recovery | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| Mandatory Program Fees | $77.00 | $0.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $15,087.86 | |
- International Scholarships and Bursaries
- OSAP not eligible for International Students
- Full Cost Breakdown
If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.
Additional Information
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Apply theory to practice through three wide-ranging practicum placements.
- Experience interactive simulations to further develop course concepts.
- Explore academic content through field trips and site visits.
To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.
Practicum Placements
- Placements may occur at locations that are not accessible by public transit. As such, students shall be expected to either have access to a car or the ability to supply their own transportation when attending placement activity. Mohawk shall not be responsible for providing students with transportation to placements within or outside the Hamilton region.
- Registered students who have been convicted of an offence under the criminal code for which they have not been pardoned may be denied the opportunity to enter placement
- Students may be required to complete various Immunizations and Disease Screening protocols required by some placement agencies.
- Students are on Placement 3 days per week for 9 weeks in semesters 2, 3 and 4.
Note: Students will be required to complete Community Disease Screening protocol before starting placement.
Become an Agency
If you would like to become an Agency that takes students on placement from Mohawk College's Community Studies programs, please visit the Community Services Field Placements page.
Learning Outcomes
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.
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
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:
- Childcare Centres and Early Learning Agencies
- Parent Child Drop in centres such as Early ONs
- Professional Resources centres
- Kindergarten
Opportunities for grads
- Registration to College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) upon graduation (required for ECE designation).
- Association of Early Childhood Educators Ontario (AECEO) professional memberships available.
Educational Pathways
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.
Pathways within Mohawk
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program. *
We offer a diverse range of programs to further your studies within Mohawk following completion of this program. *
- Autism and Behavioural Science
- Brain Disorders Management
- Community and Social Services Management
- Concurrent Disorders
- Early Childhood Resource Consulting
- Mental Health and Disability Management
This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices within Mohawk.
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Pathways beyond Mohawk
Earn a degree:
- Athabasca University - Bachelor of Professional Arts in Human Services
- Davenport University - BBA, General Business
See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.
Search the Mohawk Transfer Database for opportunities outside of Ontario.
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North China: 10-800-714-2521
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Brazil: 0800-022-7408
Philippines: 180011102544
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*Not all programs are international eligible. Please see our programs available for international students.
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