- Tuition Fees: Domestic: C$2,200, International: C$3,000
- Application Fees: Domestic: C$150, International: C$250
- Administrative Fees: C$150
- Textbook Fee: C$200
- Course Materials Fee: C$100
- Student Fees: C$250
Please email us at [email protected] to check for available financial aid.
Swenam College is one of the very few private institutions that offers a range of awards and scholarships to both domestic and international students. New students applying to any program at Swenam College can apply for entrance awards, scholarships, and grants.
Existing students at the college may also be eligible to apply for continuing student awards. Award recipients are expected to serve as representatives for Swenam College and take part in outreach and alumni engagement activities. All awards will be disbursed in the form of a tuition credit. (for further information, please email us at [email protected]. All students will be automatically considered for funding during application process.
As a graduate applicant you can work in any of the educational settings listed below:
- Child-Care Centers
- Pre-schools (kindergarten)
- Community Centers and Parks
- Support Workers
- Before- and After- School Programs
The program is delivered through:
Distance education: 100% hours of instruction, excluding work experience hours, if applicable, delivered remotely from a BC location.
You will be offered two study options:
- Full-time: the total duration of this program is 4 weeks.
- Part-time: the total duration of this program is 7 weeks.
General Admission Requirements
This program is suitable for diverse applicants from diverse educational backgrounds; however, applicants require a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
English Language Proficiency Admission Requirements
- Pre-intermediate English certificate of completion
- IELTS 5 overall
- TOEFL IBT 65 overall
- English Language Proficiency Assessment Test conducted by the college
Domains of Development- The Growth and Transformation of Children
This course will provide learners with essential information covering all areas of children's development. It is significant for early childhood educators to enhance their comprehension of physical development since it plays a crucial role in children's overall health, well-being, and success in life. Engaging in physical activities facilitates the development of both gross motor skills (involving large muscle movements) and fine motor skills (involving smaller muscle movements). These skills play a pivotal role in fostering balance, coordination, participation in sports and other physical pursuits, as well as promoting exploration, play, independence, self-care, and academic preparedness. Throughout this course, students will explore various dimensions of physical development and discover how physical activities can stimulate growth and enable children to reach significant milestones.
Capstone Project
This is a culminating course, designed to synthesize and apply your learning in early childhood education assistant program in a real-world setting. This course offers you the opportunity to engage in a practical internship/work placement or conduct a detailed research study.
Upon completion of this program, you will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Identify key factors that establish the groundwork for children's well-being.
- Apply evidence-based practices and interventions to design productive curriculums.
- Investigate physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language growth in young children.
- Apply evidence-based approaches to create conducive environments for fostering positive relationship skills in young children.
- Analyze and apply major theoretical perspectives, such as Piaget's cognitive development theory and Vygotsky's sociocultural theory.
- Recognize the pivotal role of physical development in children's health, well-being, and academic success.
- Demonstrate knowledge of cognitive development stage to create learning experiences that stimulate children's cognitive abilities.
- Investigate underlying factors that impact young children’s intellectual capabilities, language acquisition and memory functions.
- Identify influential factors on young children’s emotional development and growth.
- Examine strategies to enhance effective behavior management in young children.
The Early Childhood Education Assistant Certificate (Development and Growth Stream) Certificate is a distinguished credential that signifies a comprehensive understanding of fundamental principles and practices in the field of early childhood education. This certificate program provides individuals with the necessary knowledge and abilities to engage with and assist young children during their critical developmental stages effectively.
In this program participants will explore the multifaceted dimensions of children's growth, including physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and linguistic development and delve into developmental theories to understand how and why individuals change over time, gaining insight into physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and language development. Students will also study two major theoretical perspectives, such as Piaget's cognitive development theory and Vygotsky's sociocultural theory. By learning about theoretical development, educators will be able to understand how children develop cognitively, socially, emotionally, and physically, and the factors that influence their growth and learning; they will also be able to apply evidence-based practices and interventions in their teaching approaches, effectively support children's development, and create enriching learning environments that meet the diverse needs of all children.
Moreover, educators will delve into various aspects of emotional and psychological development in young children to gain insights into how their emotions, behaviors, and social interactions evolve over time. This program will equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to comprehend the development of emotional regulation, social interactions, attachment and bonding, behavior management, and trauma-informed practices. Understanding these developmental aspects enables students to establish nurturing environments, facilitate children's social-emotional growth, and enhance their overall well-being. Additionally, students will identify crucial elements required to effectively address challenging behaviors, cultivate positive relationships with children, and establish safe and supportive environments where children feel emotionally secure and connected.
Graduates will be prepared to work in a variety of early childhood settings, including preschools, daycare centers, and early intervention programs.