Early Childhood Education Diploma

Early Childhood Education Diploma

• Specialization: Early Child Education Diploma

  • Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    This course presents an overview of early childhood care and education. Students will gain an appreciation of the historical development of child care, including Canadian and Indigenous perspectives, as well as provincial regulations and their impact on a variety of program approaches to curriculum.

    Course Code: ECE-250
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 40
    

  • Written Communication Skills

    This course focuses on the development and practice of writing skills and other forms of written communication. Students learn to create documents and use online tools that are required for success in the early childhood education program.

    Course Code: ECE-210
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 40
    

  • Interpersonal Communication

    The focus of this course is to help students understand, evaluate, and improve their interactions with others in their personal and professional lives. Students will learn to recognize issues regarding listening, conflict resolution, assertiveness, and non-verbal communication. Emphasis is on mastering skills to prevent issues with miscommunication in the daily lives of students.

    Course Code: ECE-220
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 40
    

  • Child Development 1: Early Years

    This course will provide students with an understanding of the historical and current theories of child development, including research approaches to prenatal, infant, and toddler development.

    Course Code: ECE-200
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 80
    

  • Observation and Documentation

    This course is a foundational introduction to observation and documentation. Students will learn how to write anecdotal observations and use the webbing tool to explore deeper interests, concept and skill development, as well as the link to program planning. Students will also create a documentation board based on an observation as a visual representation of children’s learning.

    Course Code: ECE-230
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Written Communication Skills

    Hours: 40
    

  • Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    The course will provide students with an introduction to perspectives related to working with Indigenous families in Canada, particularly in Manitoba. Students will explore historical perspectives, current trends, and new directions for the future of education of Indigenous peoples and Canadians.

    Course Code: ECE-460
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 40
    

  • Child Development 2: PreSchool Years

    This course is a continuation of Child Development 1: The Early Years, with a focus on children from 3 to 6 years of age. Students will develop an understanding of the major theories and research findings that examine physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language skills development so that they may work with children effectively within a holistic and inclusive environment.

    Course Code: ECE-300
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years

    Hours: 80
    

  • Play and the Environment

    This course focuses on early learning programs and child care for children from infancy to 6 years of age. The importance of play and building relationships through responsive interactions is explored. Students will apply knowledge of planning and implementing developmentally-appropriate curriculum to support learning in an inclusive environment.

    Course Code: ECE-240
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Observation and Documentation,Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 40
    

  • Health and Safety

    This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote the well-being of children and explores topics such as illness recognition, prevention, and universal precautions. Students will learn about the provision of a safe environment in childcare and the role and responsibilities of the early childhood educator in recognizing, preventing, reporting, and handling child abuse and neglect as per licensing standards and ”best practice“ protocols.

    Course Code: ECE-270
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Written Communication Skills,Observation and Documentation,Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 80
    

  • Guiding Young Children 1

    This first guiding course introduces students to basic guiding strategies that promote prosocial behaviour in children, as well as positive child and early childhood educator relationships. The course examines typical characteristics and needs of children across various chronological and developmental stages.

    Course Code: ECE-291
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 40
    

  • Curriculum and the Environment 1

    The first course of four curriculum courses will introduce students to curriculum and pedagogy, as well as key approaches and frameworks. Topics will include literacy and storytelling, process-based art and blocks, as well as the set-up for each. Students will create and adjust learning experience plans based on feedback, which they will implement during practicum.

    Course Code: ECE-320
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years

    Hours: 80
    

  • Practicum Seminar 1

    This seminar prepares students for the ECE Practicum 1 experience, including the practicum placement, observation, and evaluation processes. Topics include key practicum roles and responsibilities, assignment requirements, and evaluation structure.

    Course Code: ECE-305
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Guiding Young Children 1,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 10
    

  • Early Childhood Education Practicum 1

    This practicum is the foundational experience within a series of three practicums in the Early Childhood Education Program. Students will put newly acquired knowledge and skills into practice. This experience provides opportunities to build positive relationships, practice positive guiding strategies, implement learning experience plans and participate in authentic play experiences with children. Students will engage in reflective practice and apply feedback to enhance emerging skills. Curriculum focuses on story-telling, process-based art, and blocks.

    Course Code: ECE-310
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Guiding Young Children 1,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 272
    

  • Early Childhood Education Capstone 1

    The Early Childhood Education Capstone 1 course provides students an opportunity to debrief their Practicum 1 experience. Students will explore their unique professional self through reflective practice and create a professional portfolio. Through this course, student will develop collaborative solution-focused problem-solving skills.

    Course Code: ECE-370
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Guiding Young Children 1,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education,Practicum Seminar 1,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1

    Hours: 40
    

  • Guiding Young Children 2

    This course builds on the concepts introduced in Guiding Young Children 1 with a focus on strategies that encourage and promote prosocial behaviour. Students will explore the role of rules and consequences, as well as how guiding language shapes behaviour.

    Course Code: ECE-292
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Guiding Young Children 1,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Health and Safety,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 40
    

  • Family

    This course explores the changes to family life in Canada. Students examine a variety of family challenges and issues that have direct relevance to early learning and child care.

    Course Code: ECE-260
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Interpersonal Communication,Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 40
    

  • Professionalism

    Students will explore and develop an appreciation for their role as a professional in the lives of young children. They will look at ways to be a change agent through advocacy and work within Manitoba.

    Course Code: ECE-330
    Level: Year 1 course
    Course Requirements: Interpersonal Communication,Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 40
    

  • Personal Development

    This course helps students gain vital planning, organizational, and communication skills that prepare them to make the most of their learning.

    Course Code: ECE-280
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Interpersonal Communication

    Hours: 40
    

  • Advanced Behaviour Guidance 1

    Building on themes from the earlier guidance courses, this course explores how the physical environment affects behaviour. Students will be introduced to the running record tool and the seven-step process to problem solving.

    Course Code: ECE-401
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Guiding Young Children 1,Guiding Young Children 2,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Practicum Seminar 1,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Professionalism,Early Childhood Education Capstone 1,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 40
    

  • Curriculum and the Environment 2

    This is the second course in a series of four curriculum courses. Key topics will include sensory play, music and movement and dramatic play, as well as the set-up for each. Students will create and adjust learning experience plans based on feedback, which they will implement during practicum.

    Course Code: ECE-410
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Guiding Young Children 1,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Practicum Seminar 1,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Early Childhood Education Capstone 1,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 80
    

  • Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Education

    This course provides an introduction to the diversity of Canadian culture with an emphasis on empathy and creating an inclusive classroom. Understanding the diversity of Canadian classrooms and ways this affects personality, language, cognitive development, and socialization is a crucial skill for an Early Childhood Educator. In this course, students acquire skills for creating inclusive learning environments and curriculum in Early Childhood Education.

    Course Code: ECE-450
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Guiding Young Children 1,Guiding Young Children 2,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 40
    

  • Practicum Seminar 2

    This seminar prepares students for the ECE Practicum 2 experience, including the practicum placement, observation, and evaluation processes. Topics include key practicum roles and responsibilities, assignment requirements, and evaluation structure.

    Course Code: ECE-495
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Guiding Young Children 1,Guiding Young Children 2,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Practicum Seminar 1,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Early Childhood Education Capstone 1,Advanced Behaviour Guidance 1,Curriculum and the Environment 2,Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Education,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 10
    

  • Early Childhood Education Practicum 2

    This practicum is the second in a series of three Early Childhood Education practicum experiences. This experience will provide opportunities to foster positive relationships with families and children, strengthen guiding techniques, and refine health and safety practices. Students will implement learning experience plans and expand on play experiences with children. Students will engage in reflective practice and apply feedback to enhance emerging skills. Curriculum focuses on sensory play, music and movement, and dramatic play.

    Course Code: ECE-500
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Guiding Young Children 1,Guiding Young Children 2,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Practicum Seminar 1,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Early Childhood Education Capstone 1,Advanced Behaviour Guidance 1,Curriculum and the Environment 2,Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Education,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 272
    

  • Advanced Behaviour Guidance 2

    This is the final course in the series of four guidance courses. Students will explore aggressiveness and bullying behaviour in children and effective guiding strategies. Students will also be introduced to the ABC Observation tool and Tally Sampling Record.

    Course Code: ECE-402
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Personal Development,Guiding Young Children 1,Guiding Young Children 2,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Practicum Seminar 1,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Professionalism,Early Childhood Education Capstone 1,Advanced Behaviour Guidance 1,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 40
    

  • Family and Community Relationships

    This course focuses on the partnership between the parent and early childhood educator while promoting the importance of parent education and parent involvement in the centre. Students will learn how to make reports to parents and understand the diversity of families and the needs of families with atypical or mainstream children. Students will develop their knowledge of the community, as well as how to access community services and contribute positively to their community.

    Course Code: ECE-430
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Interpersonal Communication,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Family

    Hours: 40
    

  • Curriculum and the Environment 3

    This is the third course in a series of four curriculum courses. Key topics will include outdoor play, nature-based play and STEAM, as well as the set-up for each. Students will create and adjust learning experience plans based on feedback, which they will implement during practicum.

    Course Code: ECE-440
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Guiding Young Children 1,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Practicum Seminar 1,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Early Childhood Education Capstone 1,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 80
    

  • School-age Development and Curriculum

    Students will develop knowledge and skills for working with children aged 5 through 12. The course focuses on the unique needs of school-age children and how these needs are met through a developmentally appropriate approach to programming. Students will learn about child development patterns and milestones in middle childhood. Attention is paid to the various roles of the early childhood educator in the designing, planning, and implementing of an inclusive environment with emphasis on developing an appropriate physical, social-emotional, and cognitive atmosphere.

    Course Code: ECE-470
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Guiding Young Children 1,Guiding Young Children 2,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Practicum Seminar 1,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Early Childhood Education Capstone 1,Curriculum and the Environment 2,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education

    Hours: 80
    

  • Child Nutrition

    This course addresses fundamental concepts of nutrition. Students will study essential nutrients and learn about promoting healthy eating for children. Students will develop a working knowledge of Canada's Food Guide and utilize this knowledge in the planning and preparation of healthy snacks and meals.

    Course Code: ECE-420
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: None

    Hours: 40
    

  • Professional Behaviour Practices

    Career resilience in the ever-changing field of early childhood education depends on current knowledge, key competencies, evidence-based practices, and lifelong learning. Through guided discussion, this course will examine key performance indicators of high quality early childhood care programs and how professional behaviour practices contributes to this outcome. Students will define a professional philosophy to help guide career decisions and strategies. The impact of emerging political, regulatory, and social change on early childhood education advocacy work will also be explored.

    Course Code: ECE-480
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Interpersonal Communication,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Personal Development,Professionalism

    Hours: 40
    

  • Practicum Seminar 3

    This seminar prepares students for the ECE Practicum 3 experience, including the practicum placement, observation, and evaluation processes. Topics include key practicum roles and responsibilities, assignment requirements, and evaluation structure.

    Course Code: ECE-505
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Personal Development,Guiding Young Children 1,Guiding Young Children 2,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Practicum Seminar 1,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Professionalism,Early Childhood Education Capstone 1,Advanced Behaviour Guidance 1,Advanced Behaviour Guidance 2,Curriculum and the Environment 2,Child Nutrition,Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Education,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education,School-age Development and Curriculum,Professional Behaviour Practices,Practicum Seminar 2,Early Childhood Education Practicum 2

    Hours: 15
    

  • Early Childhood Education Practicum 3

    This practicum is the final in a series of three Early Childhood Education practicums. This experience will provide opportunities to initiate non-positive, judgmental relationships with families and children, refine guiding techniques, and lead health and safety initiatives. Students will implement learning experience plans and seize teachable moments during play experiences with children.

    Students will engage in reflective practice and integrate feedback appropriately into future actions.

    Curriculum focuses on outdoor and nature-based play and STEAM.

    Course Code: ECE-510
    Level: Year 2 course
    Course Requirements: Child Development 1: Early Years,Written Communication Skills,Interpersonal Communication,Observation and Documentation,Play and the Environment,Introduction to Early Childhood Education,Health and Safety,Personal Development,Guiding Young Children 1,Guiding Young Children 2,Child Development 2: PreSchool Years,Practicum Seminar 1,Early Childhood Education Practicum 1,Curriculum and the Environment 1,Professionalism,Early Childhood Education Capstone 1,Advanced Behaviour Guidance 1,Advanced Behaviour Guidance 2,Curriculum and the Environment 2,Child Nutrition,Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Education,Indigenous Perspectives in Early Childhood Education,School-age Development and Curriculum,Professional Behaviour Practices,Practicum Seminar 2,Early Childhood Education Practicum 2

    Hours: 272
    

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