Early Childhood Education Level One In-Person, Part-Time 2026-2027
Overview
This program will help give you the skills and abilities to provide the best care and education for young children. The knowledge and practical skills you get through formal Early Childhood Education prepares you to work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children in regulated child care facilities. This program includes accredited modules from Lakeland College relevant to working as an Early Childhood Educator.
Courses include:
- HS 155 Positive Behavior Supports
- HE 158 Health, Safety and Nutrition
- ED 120 Observation and Play
Program Details
- Battlefords Campus: November 12, 2026 - March 15, 2027
- Tuesdays & Thursdays
- 6:00PM - 10:00PM
- Plus one designated Saturday per month
Tuition & Books
- Application Fee: $35.00
- Tuition & Books: FREE
- Laptop Required
Battlefords Campus
Nov 12th, 2026 - Mar 15th, 2027 Part-time
Application Fee of $35.00
Admission Requirements
- Grade 10
- English Language Requirement
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Courses
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Health, Safety and Nutrition
This course examines the health, safety, and nutrition needs of young children. It includes practical applications for supporting these needs in an early childhood environment.
Pre/co-requisites: None
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Observation & Play
This course is an overview of the significance of play in the development of the child. It includes the nature and development of play in the environment and explores how early childhood educators co-construct meaningful play experiences with the child and their family. Special consideration is given to observing, designing responsive environments and focusing on children's natural disposition to learn in both indoor and outdoor play spaces. Pre/co-requisites: None
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Positive Behaviour Supports
The course includes an examination of attitudes, values, and skills within a holistic approach to support social and emotional development in terms of positive behaviour. Opportunities for examining the dynamics of behaviour are provided. This course also discusses various strategies to support the development of social and emotional skills and pro-social behaviour. Prerequisites: None.