Admission Requirements
and Fees
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Student success in college requires well developed learning skills and attitudes (such as being able to work independently,
participate in a team, be well-organised, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic
achievement. Applicants should have thoroughly developed these skills and attitudes before beginning their college programs.
List of Courses
OUR PROGRAM
The Early Childhood Assistant program at George Brown College trains students to work as assistants with young children, aged six weeks
to 10 years, in early childhood settings. Emphasis is placed on basic skills development. Within each semester, the weeks are divided into
three days of classroom theory and two days of field experience. In addition, there is a block field placement in each semester. This program
is a “ladder” into
the Early Childhood Education diploma program.
Notes:
- Students must submit proof of a satisfactory medical examination upon entering the program.
- Field placement is a mandatory and complex component of the program. Should accommodation issues arise, a Special Needs Consultant may
be called upon to assist the applicant in determining whether she/he can meet the requirements necessary for safe caregiving for young
children.
- In compliance with requests from our student placement partners, all students in this program must have a police reference check completed
before their field placement. These reference checks, which can take several weeks, are done to protect the clientele of these agencies,
who are considered “vulnerable persons” under the law. The fees for the reference checks vary and must be paid by the student.
Students are responsible for ensuring that the check covers appropriateness for “individuals being employed and/or volunteering
who will be working with vulnerable person(s).” Students who are unable to provide a clear police reference check may be unable to
complete their field placement and, therefore, be unable to complete the program.
- Students must complete a standard first aid course prior to beginning field placement.
YOUR FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS
Students who complete the Early Childhood Assistant program with a B+ grade in field placement, and have a B average, may apply to directly
enter the second year of the Early Childhood Education program (C100).
For further information on future study options, see transferguide.georgebrown.ca
YOUR CAREER
Graduates may find employment as assistant teachers in child care centres and nursery schools, or as family-home child care providers.
"George Brown has been an extremely positive experience for me. As a person with a disability I have had great support
from the faculty, who have gone above and beyond what was expected in order to give me the best possible experience. The College only places
us in high-quality, not-for-profit daycares, which not only helps us to learn the best practices but also to network and make excellent connections
for future employment. I was offered employment right from my first placement and have worked regularly for the centres where I completed
my second two placements. Thanks to George Brown I know that I will have a good job right from the day I graduate."
Morgan MacKinnon (student, Early
Childhood)
Courses
SEMESTER 1
GNED1047 Infant and Child Development I
ECE1039 Health, Safety and Nutrition
I
ECE1086 Foundations
of ECE I
ECE1041 Creative
Expression
ECE1005 Field
Practice I
COMM1073 Language and Communications I
ECE1052 Interpersonal Communications
COMP1082 Computer Skills and
Applications
SEMESTER 2
GNED1047 Infant and Child Development II
ECE1045 Applied Curriculum
I
ECE1069 Health,
Safety and Nutrition II
ECE1010 Field
Practice II
ECE1074 Observation,
Planning and Evaluation
ECE1087 Foundations
of ECE II
COMM1091 Language and Communications II
GSSC1064 Introduction to Sociology
For more information,
call the George Brown School of Early Childhood
at 416-415-5000 ext. 2310 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
e-mail:
For updated information and course descriptions, call 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in
this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying
George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other
bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completions of, a George Brown College program.
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Revised:
August 19, 2009
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