FULL-TIME
The Early Learning and Child Care Diploma is the second year of a two-year program that prepares you to work in child care settings with young children and families as a frontline caregiver or as a supervisor. Completion of the diploma program qualifies you to apply for Child Care Supervisor certification with Alberta Children’s Services.

Ninety-five per cent of graduates of this program find work in their field.

Note 1: This program is also offered part-time, by audio conferencing, and online.
Note 2 : This program has the same course material in 3 credit courses OR in 3 1-credit courses.
Note 3: This program is offered in a variety of delivery options which include full-time delivery, of the 3 credit courses, part-time delivery evenings and weekends of the 3 credit courses, audio conferencing delivery, online delivery of the 1 credit courses, print-based home study in 1 credit courses, and workshop delivery .

Courses in program* (Subject to change)

• Child Development Through Observation

- Child Development: Documentation in all Domains
- Child Development: Observing, Documenting, and Creating Portfolio
- Child Development: Communicating, Observations with Families

• Inclusive Care and Education of Young Children

- The Role of the Early Learning and Child Care Practitioner in Inclusive Care
- The Inclusive Environment in Early Learning and Child Care
- Caring for Children with Challenging Behaviours

• Diversity in Early Learning and Child Care Settings

- Diversity in Early Learning and Child Care Settings
- Addressing the Diverse Needs of Children
- The Needs of Immigrant and Refugee Children and Families

• Leadership in Early Learning and Child Care Settings

- Elements of Quality Early Learning and Child Care Programs
- Strategies for Achieving Quality Early Learning and Child Care Programs
- Leadership in Early Learning and Child Care Programs

• Creative Expression: Theory and Practice

- The Importance of Creativity and Aesthetics in Early Learning Environment
- Supporting Child Development Through Creativity and Art
- A Holistic Approach to Creativity

• Issues in Early Learning and Child Care

- Policy Frameworks in Early Learning and Child Care
- Societal Perspectives in Early Learning and Child Care
- Frontline Issues in Early Learning and Child Care

• Family and Society Studies

- Understanding Families
- Families Facing Challenges
- Working With Families

• Caring for Infants and Toddlers

- Infants – Year One
- Novice Toddlers – Year Two
- Experienced Toddlers – Year Three

• Introduction to Out of School Programming

- School-Age Care: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
- Development in Middle Childhood
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice for School-Age Children

• Early Learning and Child Care Practicum IV
• Early Learning and Child Care Practicum V
• One Human Services elective course

PART-TIME SCHEDULE

Part-time courses are available in a blended format with face to face and webinar combined whether you are in Calgary or a rural community. Delivery format may be adjusted if required.

SPRING 2010

Introduction to Early Intervention (Option)
Dates: Sept. 2 - Dec. 16, 2010
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (Thurs.)

 

Creative Expressions: Theory and Practice
Date: Aug. 31 - Dec. 14, 2010
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (Tues.)

 

Leadership in Early Learning and Child Care Settings
Date: Sept. 11 - Nov. 20, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Sat.)

 

Practicum IV
Dates: Aug. 30 - Dec. 17, 2010

 

Practicum V
Dates: Aug. 30 - Dec. 17, 2010

PRACTICUM SEMINARS
Dates: Sept. 13 and 27, 2010 (Mon.), Oct. 25, 2010 (Mon.), Nov. 8 and 22, 2010 (Mon.), Dec. 13, 2010 (Mon.)
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Inclusive Care and Education of Young Children
Dates: Jan. 11 - April 26, 2011
Time: 6:30 p.m. -9:30 p.m.

 

Issues in Early Learning and Child Care
Dates: Jan. 5 - April 20, 2011
Time: 6:30 p.m. -9:30 p.m.

PRACTICUM SEMINARS
Dates: January 10 and 24, 2011 (Mon), February 7 and 21, 2011 (Mon), March 7 and 21, 2011 (Mon), April 5 and 19, 2011 (Tues.)
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

* This program is subject to part-time non-refundable fees and Students’ Association fees. Contact 403-355-4660 for more information.

Admission requirements

Academic Requirements

• Successful completion of a recognized Early Learning and Child Care certificate or equivalent program
OR:
• Approval of the department

Pre-Program Requirements
The criteria listed above must be completed prior to the first day of classes:

• Current Police Information Check (PIC) with vulnerable sector search

Note: Students who have not submitted their documents by the start of the program will have their Letter of Admission withdrawn.

Transferability
Graduates of this program may be accepted into:

• Athabasca University - Bachelor of Human Services
• University of Victoria - Bachelor of Arts, Child and Youth Care
• Ryerson University - Bachelor of Arts, Early Childhood Education
• Mount Royal University, Bachelor of Child and Youth Care

Fees & Dates (Full-Time)

Date: Aug. 30, 2010 & Jan. 5, 2011
Program length: Four semesters (two years)
Fees: For a complete list of full and part-time fees online, please visit www.bowvalleycollege.ca/fees or follow this link to the fees page.