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Early Learning and Child Care

Northwestern Polytechnic

Northwestern Polytechnic

nwpolytech.ca
Early Learning and Child Care will prepare graduates for a career working with children from birth to age twelve, and their families. Research studies indicate that the first five years in the lives of children are the most critical in terms of their overall development. A commitment to this worthwhile profession will have long term benefits to young children, their families and the community in which they live and work. Graduates of the program have excellent opportunities for employment in a variety of different early childhood settings including child care centers, family day homes, nursery schools, inclusive child care programs, kindergartens, and out-of-school programs. Diploma graduates of Early Learning and Child Care are highly sought after by employers and have excellent opportunities to advance in their careers. Students may complete Early Learning and Child Care programs in a number of ways: 1) Full or part-time study at regularly scheduled times on campus and in local practicum settings such as a child care centre, kindergarten classroom, or preschool. 2) By distance education. All courses required to complete the Early Learning and Child Care curriculum are available by or online delivery. Students with a Diploma qualify for certification as a Child Development Supervisor through Alberta Children and Youth Services (www.child.alberta.ca).
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10726 - 106 Avenue
Grande Prairie, Alberta, T8V 4C4, Canada

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  • Program Type Standard
  • Credential Type Diploma
  • Length 2 Years
  • Part Time Only
  • Cooperative Education
  • Continuing Education
  • Distance Learning Only
Admission Requirements

Successful completion of the Early Learning and Child Care certificate program.

Students who are admitted to the program will receive information on recommended immunizations with their admission package.  For student safety, it is recommended that immunizations are up to date. All students are required to submit a police information check, including a vulnerable sector clearance.  This documentation must be provided a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the start of classes.  Late submissions may not be eligible to complete their practicums.


Distance Delivery Options

Distance


Student Aid

This program is eligible for full-time post-secondary assistance by Alberta Student Aid for the funding year 2023/08/01 to 2024/07/31*.

  • Tuition $4,485.00 Year One
  • Mandatory Fees $1,662.00 Year One
  • Books/Supplies/Instruments $1,000.00 Year One

* Tuition, books, supplies, instruments, and other/mandatory fees are provided to Alberta Student Aid and may be used when processing full-time post-secondary funding applications. The educational costs provided are based on a 100% full-course load and may not reflect current or all educational costs charged by the school. Contact the school to obtain accurate educational cost information.

Transfer(s) Eligibility

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Transfer(s) available outside of Transfer Alberta: Not available

Updated November 07, 2023. The information contained in this profile is current as of the date shown.

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