Early Childhood Assistant (ECA)

The Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) Training Program is weeks of comprehensive course designed to support everyone in pursuing employment opportunities in the growing Child Care sector. The program includes ECA 12 weeks of skill training and optional work placements in the childcare field. It is offered both online and in person, providing flexibility for participants. 

Throughout the program, you will work closely with experienced instructors and childcare staff who are experts in the field. This hands-on experience ensures that you gain practical knowledge and relevant skills to excel in your roles as Early Childhood Assistants.

ECAs assist in planning, organizing and implementing programs for children between the ages of infancy and 12 years. Early Childhood Assistants provide care for infants and preschool to school-age children under the guidance of Early Childhood Educators.

Essential certifications granted to those who complete the program include:

Early Childhood Assistant Certificate with the following certificate included:

• Standard First Aid & CPR Level C.
• Food Handler Certificate

Eligibility:

• Anyone who wants to work in ECA profession
• Fully vaccinated as per public health guidelines

Early Childhood Assistant – During this program of study, students gains both theoretical and practical training in the required courses.

• ECA0001 Foundations of Early Childhood Education
• ECA0002 Communications
• ECA0003 Infant and Child Development
• ECA0004 Observation Skills
• ECA0005 Health Safety and Nutrition
• ECA0006 Child, Family and Community
• ECA0007 Introduction to Sociology
• ECA0008 Play-Based Early Learning Strategies
• ECA0009 Language and Literacy
• ECA0010 Introduction to Psychology for ECAs
• ECA0011 Guiding Children’s Behaviour
• ECA0012Creating Inclusive Programs
• ECA0013 Special Needs

Practicum (optional)

JOB PLACEMENTS

• Child-care centres
• Daycare centers
• Kindergartens
• Agencies for exceptional children and other settings where early childhood education services are provided.

Please allow for 1 – 2 business days for our administrative team to review your application.

Once your application has been reviewed, our administrative team will contact you to book a meeting for any grant application (if applicable) or to create your payment plan.

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