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| | Early Childhood Care and Education Assistant | | |
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| School | Vancouver Community College | | |
| Location | Vancouver, BC, Canada | | |
| School Type | College | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 12,694
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| Degree | Not Applicable | | |
| Honours | | | |
| Co-op | | | |
| Length | 3 Month(s) | | |
| Entry Grade (%)* | | | |
| Prerequisites | | | |
| Prerequisites Notes | - High School graduation
- Proof of Grade 12 English proficiency or equivalent
- 19 years of age or older
- A Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
- Physically healthy, with stamina and emotional maturity to meet the demands of working with young children
- Completed application form and a successful interview | | |
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| Description | This course includes the basic information on health, safety and proper nutrition for young children (2-5 years of age). The course introduces the student to the basic licensing regulations, safety and hygiene measure related to child care facilities. Gives the basic knowledge on child development and the important tips needed for an Early Childhood Care and Education Assistant job. The content is equivalent to Healthy, Safety and Nutrition (ECCE 2115). Students who apply for the Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate Program will receive credit for this course once completed. This course is accepted by the ECE Registry for the first time ECCE Assistant applications only. For the ECCE Assistant renewal it is required to complete one of the courses in the Early Childhood Education Certificate Program. | | |
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*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.