Early Childhood Education Level 2 – Saskatoon
Early childhood education certifICATE program
Applications for the 2024-2025 school year are now closed. New applications will be considered for the 2025-2026 intake.
Dumont Technical Institute’s Early Childhood Education Certificate Program is accredited through Lakeland College. It gives you the knowledge and skills needed to work in a variety of childcare settings, including early learning and childhood education centers, day homes, and preschools.
As you work towards your one-year certificate you will learn to:
- Use observation skills to create experiences for young children based on their interests and needs
- Design learning environments that invite play and exploration both indoors and outdoors
- Develop relationships and support children and their families
- Run an early learning program
Each semester has a practicum. Practicums take place in a childcare center or preschool setting giving you real-life experiences.
When you graduate, you are eligible to apply to become a licensed Early Childhood Educator. Many childcare centers and preschools only hire licensed ECEs. Graduates of the certificate program may work towards their Early Childhood Education Diploma.
Application Information:
- Preference will be given to qualified Métis applicants.
- A copy of your high school transcript must be included with your application.
- The Canada-Saskatchewan Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement provides tuition for all accepted students.
- Qualified Métis students may also apply for cost of living support through GDI Training & Employment.
- This program is subject to cancellation due to insufficient enrollment.
For more information please contact us at 1-877-488-6888
