Overview
The Early Childhood Education Assistant course equips you with foundational knowledge and practical skills to support children’s learning and development in daycare, preschool, and community settings. Through interactive lessons, observation, and classroom activities, you’ll learn how to create safe, stimulating environments that promote social, emotional, and cognitive growth in young children.
What You’ll Learn
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- Child development stages and age-appropriate activities
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- Health, safety, and nutrition for young children
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- Classroom management, play-based learning, and lesson support
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- Observation, documentation, and reporting of developmental milestones
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- Working inclusively with children with diverse needs and cultural backgrounds
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- Professional communication with families and early years teams
Program Format & Duration
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- Type: Short-Term Certificate
- Delivery: Online
- Duration: 6 weeks
- Fees: $1,499 CAD
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- Schedule: Twice a week
Certifications (Required for Employment
The following certifications are commonly required by employers in the childcare field but are not included in this program. Students are encouraged to obtain them independently to enhance employability:
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- Infant/Child First Aid & CPR (Level C or equivalent)
- Food Safety / WHMIS orientation
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- Child Protection & Safe Practice modules
Admission Requirements
Domestic Applicants
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- Government-issued photo ID
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- High school completion or mature student assessment
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- English language proficiency appropriate for coursework
International Applicants
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- Valid passport and study authorization (if required)
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- Translated academic documents (if not in English)
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- Proof of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS/TOEFL or internal test)
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- Vulnerable sector criminal record check (where applicable)
Career Outcomes
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- Early Childhood Education Assistant / Classroom Support Worker
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- Childcare Centre Assistant
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- Preschool Assistant / Program Support Staff
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- After-school Program Assistant
Typical Employers: Daycare centres, preschools, school-run early years programs, community childcare programs.
Why Choose Silver Oak College
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- Experienced instructors with early-years backgrounds
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- Supervised observation opportunities with community partners
