College Certificate – Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education diploma/certificate program provides the foundational knowledge, practical experience, and leadership skills required to work on the front lines in various early childhood education settings caring for children from birth to age 12.

• Core Focus & Curriculum: Covers essential principles of child development, behavior management, communication, observation and documentation, and digital literacy. Aligns with Flight (Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework) to equip students with strategies for creating safe, responsive, play-based, and inclusive environments.

• Practical Experience & Certification: Combines classroom learning with hands-on practicum placements working directly with children, families, and ECE professionals in community settings. Graduates are eligible to apply for Level 2 Early Childhood Educator Certification from the Government of Alberta.

• Job Insights:

  • Canada: Average salary of $40,888/yr (Range: $32K – $57K) | 3,608 jobs advertised (July 2026).

  • Alberta: Average salary of $40,625/yr (Range: $31K – $63K) | 429 jobs advertised (July 2026).

Academic Background:

• Minimum Level of Education Completed: Grade 12 / High School

• Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Language Requirements:

• Minimum Language Test Scores: IELTS 6.0 | TOEFL 80.0 | PTE 53.0 | Duolingo 115

• Conditional Admission: Available by completing English courses prior to the academic program if valid test scores are not yet provided.

PGWP Eligibility: This program is PGWP eligible for international students, provided they are registered in on-campus classes or complete more than 50% of their coursework on campus (if enrolled in blended delivery). International students attending all classes online will NOT be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
IRCC Disclaimer: The final decision on PGWP approval rests solely with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
General Admission Note: Program requirements serve only as a guide and do not guarantee admission. Valid language test results are required for direct admission before receiving a final offer letter.