KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS GAINED
ECA program is designed with an
aim to train students and provide required skills and knowledge for employment as
Early Childcare Assistants in Early Childcare Centers, child support at home or
assist an Early Childcare Educators. The program requires the students to take an
on-the-job training at the designated Child Care Centers. This hands-on training
equips the student further with the practical knowledge to succeed in the field
of their study. For those who are aiming to start their own Childcare Centers, this
program lays a solid foundation for them to pursue their career as Early Childhood
Educator. The courses taken during this program are credited towards attainment
of recognized Early Childhood Educators’ certification.
ECA Bridges to ECE
Effective 2016, students who earn an Early Childcare Assistant (ECA) Diploma from CIMT College have the opportunity to receive advanced standing for an Early Childhood Education (ECE) diploma, so they can continue their studies into ECE… even going so far as to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education.
Ask an Admissions Advisor for details.
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March 8, 2021
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November 25, 2021
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November 1, 2021
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February 21, 2022
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March 21, 2022
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PROGRAM OUTLINE
Early Childcare Assistant - The Diploma in Early Childcare
Assistant at CIMT College prepares students for position as an Early Childcare Assistant.
During this program of study, the students gains both theoretical and practical
training in the required courses.
Introduction to Early Child Care and Education – presents an overview of Early Child
Care and Education. Students gain an appreciation of the historical development
of child care and its impact on contemporary approach to care and curriculum.
Roles and Responsibilities – presents with the professional expectations of early
childcare workers, including the roles and responsibilities, attitudes, ethical
standards and advocacy issues.
Child, Family and Community – gives an in-depth look at the Canadian Family and
the challenges facing families. Students will gain an understanding of community
based support programs available to assist families who are facing specific challenges.
Introduction to Child Development - gives an understanding of historical and contemporary
theories of development, developmental domains and research approaches to child
development.
Introduction to Prenatal and Infant Development - gives an understanding of historical
and contemporary theories of development, developmental domains and research approaches
to prenatal and infant development.
Introduction to Toddler Development - gives an understanding of historical and contemporary
theories of development, developmental domains and research approaches to toddler
development.
Introduction to Preschool Development - gives an understanding of historical and
contemporary theories of development, developmental domains and research approaches
to preschooler’s development.
Observation Skills – introduces the roles of the observer and a variety of approaches
to observing developments in children.
Guiding Children – introduces to the dimensions of care giving and positive developmentally
appropriate techniques for guiding the children.
Curriculum Planning – introduces various approaches to curriculum and theories of
learning. Various elements of curriculum are introduced, including activities and
themes, circle time and center activities.
Written Communication – course presents with the skills to improve the proficiency
in written communication and documentation in a child care setting.
Health and Safety – this course presents with the concepts and strategies for developing
and maintaining a safe and healthy child care setting.
Nutrition – this module looks at various factors that affect young children’s eating
habits and stresses encouraging positive and healthy eating habits.
Practicum – Students gain experience working with children of all age, infants to
preschoolers.
WHY THIS PROGRAM?
There are numerous job opportunities for an early childcare assistant at child-care centres, daycare centers, kindergartens, agencies for exceptional children and other settings where early childhood education services are provided. They 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.
ASSOCIATED NATIONAL OCCUPATION CLASSIFICATION (NOC) CODES
After pursuing a Diploma in Early Childhood Assistant you are eligible for positions falling under the following NOC Codes
NOC - 4214 - Early childhood educators and assistants – plan, organize and implement programs for children between the ages of infancy and 12 years. Early childhood educator assistants provide care for infants and preschool- to school-age children under the guidance of early childhood educators.
Common Job Titles which you can apply for include - child care worker assistant, child care worker- daycare, daycare helper, daycare supervisor, daycare teacher, daycare worker, early, childhood assistant, early childhood education worker, early childhood educator (E.C.E.), early childhood educator – preschool, early childhood educator assistant, early childhood program staff assistant, early childhood supervisor, preschool helper and preschool supervisor.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Early childhood assistants perform some or all of the following duties:
- Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
- Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
- Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
- Assist with proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
- Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
- Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties
- Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
- Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Job openings in the field of early childhood assistant usually seek a person who has completed a college diploma. Since majority of the early childcare centers look for certification, additional certification and a practice license will be an asset.
While entry level jobs ask for no experience or one to two years experience, higher positions can be sought for once you gain some practical experience in the actual workplace.
EMPLOYMENT AREAS & PROSPECTS
There are numerous job opportunities for an early childcare assistant at child-care centers, daycare centers, kindergartens, agencies for exceptional children and other settings where early childhood education services are provided.
For more information on Employment Prospects related to Diploma in Early Childcare Assistant program, please refer to the recent job listings column on this webpage for real time job openings.
* Theoretical components will be conducted in virtual classroom; hands-on component requiring practical demonstrations will be scheduled onsite in limited class size to maintain social distance and/or when COVID-19 resolves