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Child Development Practitioner
(C602)
Program Details
- Program Code: C602
- Credential: George Brown College Certificate
- Duration: 2.5-3 years
- Method of Study: Part-time
- Starting Months: January, May, September
- Domestic Tuition: $70 for classes & $20 for placements Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown Polytechnic fee requirements.
- Fall 2026 Delivery: Semester 1: On Campus
Program Availability
| Semester | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Winter 2027 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spring 2027 | Not Available | Not Available |
- PGWP Eligible: No
Program Description
Leadership Claims
This CDP apprenticeship program is delivered by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) through George Brown Polytechnic’s School of Early Childhood.
Program Overview
George Brown Polytechnic's Child Development Practitioner (CDP) program is designed for those already working in the field of Early Childhood who wish to pursue formal studies and receive certification as a Child Development Practitioner. As a CDP apprentice, you will be required to take 23 modules of in-school training on a part-time basis in the evenings. This training is currently being offered in a hybrid format - both in-person and online.
Full Description
George Brown Polytechnic's Child Development Practitioner (CDP) training is designed for those already working in the field of Early Childhood who wish to become certification as a Child Development Practitioner (CDP).
As a participant in this course, you will develop an awareness of the community resources available to support your work as an Early Childhood Educator.
What to expect in this CDP program
As a CDP apprentice, you will be required to complete 23 modules of in-school training.
The CDP training is:
- delivered part-time in the evenings (night classes)
- currently being offered in a hybrid format - both in-person and online
Please note: In-person classes are delivered at our School of Early Childhood located at George Brown Polytechnic’s Toronto Metropolitan University Campus, 99 Gerrard Street East. This campus is located in downtown Toronto and is easily accessible by the TTC.
This CDP apprenticeship program is delivered by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) through George Brown Polytechnic’s School of Early Childhood.
Your Field Education Options
As a CDP apprenticeship student, you will be required to complete six placements with various age-groups. Five of these placements will be completed with your current employer. The sixth and final placement (Advanced Placement) is three weeks long (full-time) and must be completed at a George Brown Polytechnic Lab School.
Field placement partners require students to show proof of full vaccination to include COVID-19. As such, students will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to complete the required field placement components of the program.
For vaccine exemption requests based on creed, please direct your inquiries to https://www.georgebrown.ca/covid-19
For vaccine exemption requests based on medical and vaccine verification, please review the Synergy link on Stu-View.
For questions, please email ece@georgebrown.ca.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Graduates of George Brown Polytechnic's CDP apprenticeship program who wish to complete their diploma in Early Childhood Education will be required to complete 6 bridge courses.
Courses include:
- Communicating Across contexts
- Introduction Sociology
- General Education Elective
- General Education Elective
- Anti-Racism in the Early Years
- Current issues
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| CDPA6001 | Health, Safety and Nutrition |
| CDPA6002 | Child Development 1 |
| CDPA6003 | Foundations of Early Learning Environment |
| CDPA6004 | Foundations of Early Learning Environment Placement |
| CDPA6005 | Creative Expression |
| CDPA6006 | Child Development II |
| CDPA6007 | Pre-School Learning Environment I |
| CDPA6008 | Pre-School Learning Environment I Placement |
| CDPA6009 | School Age Learning Enviroment |
| CDPA6010 | School Age Learning Enviroment Placement |
| CDPA6011 | Child Protection |
| CDPA6012 | Inclusive Practice & Advocacy |
| CDPA6022 | Interpersonal Communication |
| CDPA6023 | Infant and Toddler Learning Environment |
| CDPA6024 | Infant and Toddler Learning Environment Placement |
| CDPA6025 | Philosophies and Education Models for Early Childhood Development |
| CDPA6026 | Pre-School Learning Environment |
| CDPA6027 | Pre-School Learning Environment II Placement |
| CDPA6028 | Child, Family and Community |
| CDPA6029 | Legislation and Social Policy in Early Learning Administration |
| CDPA6029 | Legislation and Social Policy in Early Learning Administration |
| CDPA6030 | Child Development III: Inclusion of Children with Exceptionalities |
| CDPA6031 | Professional Practice |
| CDPA6032 | Advanced Placement |
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
$70 for classes & $20 for placements Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown Polytechnic fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
- You must apply for and obtain Ministry approval as an apprentice before you can register for courses. Obtaining approval is dependent upon meeting the following admission requirements:
- You must have a secondary school diploma or equivalent.
- You must be employed or volunteering at a child care centre or school where you regularly work or volunteer for 15 to 20 hours per week in classroom-related activity.
- You must have an employer who is prepared to sign your apprenticeship training agreement.
- You must attend an information session. For details about an upcoming information session email ece@georgebrown.ca
Please note: This program is open to domestic students only.
Special Requirements
To start the application process to one of our Early Childhood Education part-time programs, please complete this form.
Contact Us
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2310
Email: ece@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Visit Our Campus
Take our virtual tour to see our state-of-the-art facilities in downtown Toronto.
Program Description
Leadership Claims
This CDP apprenticeship program is delivered by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) through George Brown Polytechnic’s School of Early Childhood.
Program Overview
George Brown Polytechnic's Child Development Practitioner (CDP) program is designed for those already working in the field of Early Childhood who wish to pursue formal studies and receive certification as a Child Development Practitioner. As a CDP apprentice, you will be required to take 23 modules of in-school training on a part-time basis in the evenings. This training is currently being offered in a hybrid format - both in-person and online.
Full Description
George Brown Polytechnic's Child Development Practitioner (CDP) training is designed for those already working in the field of Early Childhood who wish to become certification as a Child Development Practitioner (CDP).
As a participant in this course, you will develop an awareness of the community resources available to support your work as an Early Childhood Educator.
What to expect in this CDP program
As a CDP apprentice, you will be required to complete 23 modules of in-school training.
The CDP training is:
- delivered part-time in the evenings (night classes)
- currently being offered in a hybrid format - both in-person and online
Please note: In-person classes are delivered at our School of Early Childhood located at George Brown Polytechnic’s Toronto Metropolitan University Campus, 99 Gerrard Street East. This campus is located in downtown Toronto and is easily accessible by the TTC.
This CDP apprenticeship program is delivered by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) through George Brown Polytechnic’s School of Early Childhood.
Your Field Education Options
As a CDP apprenticeship student, you will be required to complete six placements with various age-groups. Five of these placements will be completed with your current employer. The sixth and final placement (Advanced Placement) is three weeks long (full-time) and must be completed at a George Brown Polytechnic Lab School.
Field placement partners require students to show proof of full vaccination to include COVID-19. As such, students will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to complete the required field placement components of the program.
For vaccine exemption requests based on creed, please direct your inquiries to https://www.georgebrown.ca/covid-19
For vaccine exemption requests based on medical and vaccine verification, please review the Synergy link on Stu-View.
For questions, please email ece@georgebrown.ca.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Graduates of George Brown Polytechnic's CDP apprenticeship program who wish to complete their diploma in Early Childhood Education will be required to complete 6 bridge courses.
Courses include:
- Communicating Across contexts
- Introduction Sociology
- General Education Elective
- General Education Elective
- Anti-Racism in the Early Years
- Current issues
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| CDPA6001 | Health, Safety and Nutrition |
| CDPA6002 | Child Development 1 |
| CDPA6003 | Foundations of Early Learning Environment |
| CDPA6004 | Foundations of Early Learning Environment Placement |
| CDPA6005 | Creative Expression |
| CDPA6006 | Child Development II |
| CDPA6007 | Pre-School Learning Environment I |
| CDPA6008 | Pre-School Learning Environment I Placement |
| CDPA6009 | School Age Learning Enviroment |
| CDPA6010 | School Age Learning Enviroment Placement |
| CDPA6011 | Child Protection |
| CDPA6012 | Inclusive Practice & Advocacy |
| CDPA6022 | Interpersonal Communication |
| CDPA6023 | Infant and Toddler Learning Environment |
| CDPA6024 | Infant and Toddler Learning Environment Placement |
| CDPA6025 | Philosophies and Education Models for Early Childhood Development |
| CDPA6026 | Pre-School Learning Environment |
| CDPA6027 | Pre-School Learning Environment II Placement |
| CDPA6028 | Child, Family and Community |
| CDPA6029 | Legislation and Social Policy in Early Learning Administration |
| CDPA6029 | Legislation and Social Policy in Early Learning Administration |
| CDPA6030 | Child Development III: Inclusion of Children with Exceptionalities |
| CDPA6031 | Professional Practice |
| CDPA6032 | Advanced Placement |
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
$70 for classes & $20 for placements Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown Polytechnic fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
- You must apply for and obtain Ministry approval as an apprentice before you can register for courses. Obtaining approval is dependent upon meeting the following admission requirements:
- You must have a secondary school diploma or equivalent.
- You must be employed or volunteering at a child care centre or school where you regularly work or volunteer for 15 to 20 hours per week in classroom-related activity.
- You must have an employer who is prepared to sign your apprenticeship training agreement.
- You must attend an information session. For details about an upcoming information session email ece@georgebrown.ca
Please note: This program is open to domestic students only.
Special Requirements
To start the application process to one of our Early Childhood Education part-time programs, please complete this form.
Contact Us
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2310
Email: ece@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Visit Our Campus
Take our virtual tour to see our state-of-the-art facilities in downtown Toronto.
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(C602)
Program Details
- Program Code: C602
- Credential: George Brown College Certificate
- Duration: 2.5-3 years
- Method of Study: Part-time
- Starting Months: January, May, September
- Domestic Tuition: $70 for classes & $20 for placements Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown Polytechnic fee requirements.
- Spring 2026 Delivery: Not Available
Program Availability
| Semester | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | Open | Not Available |
| Winter 2026 | Open | Not Available |
| Spring 2026 | Open | Not Available |
- PGWP Eligible: No
Program Description
Leadership Claims
This CDP apprenticeship program is delivered by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) through George Brown Polytechnic’s School of Early Childhood.
Program Overview
George Brown Polytechnic's Child Development Practitioner (CDP) program is designed for those already working in the field of Early Childhood who wish to pursue formal studies and receive certification as a Child Development Practitioner. As a CDP apprentice, you will be required to take 23 modules of in-school training on a part-time basis in the evenings. This training is currently being offered in a hybrid format - both in-person and online.
Full Description
George Brown Polytechnic's Child Development Practitioner (CDP) training is designed for those already working in the field of Early Childhood who wish to become certification as a Child Development Practitioner (CDP).
As a participant in this course, you will develop an awareness of the community resources available to support your work as an Early Childhood Educator.
What to expect in this CDP program
As a CDP apprentice, you will be required to complete 23 modules of in-school training.
The CDP training is:
- delivered part-time in the evenings (night classes)
- currently being offered in a hybrid format - both in-person and online
Please note: In-person classes are delivered at our School of Early Childhood located at George Brown Polytechnic’s Toronto Metropolitan University Campus, 99 Gerrard Street East. This campus is located in downtown Toronto and is easily accessible by the TTC.
This CDP apprenticeship program is delivered by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) through George Brown Polytechnic’s School of Early Childhood.
Your Field Education Options
As a CDP apprenticeship student, you will be required to complete six placements with various age-groups. Five of these placements will be completed with your current employer. The sixth and final placement (Advanced Placement) is three weeks long (full-time) and must be completed at a George Brown Polytechnic Lab School.
Field placement partners require students to show proof of full vaccination to include COVID-19. As such, students will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to complete the required field placement components of the program.
For vaccine exemption requests based on creed, please direct your inquiries to https://www.georgebrown.ca/covid-19
For vaccine exemption requests based on medical and vaccine verification, please review the Synergy link on Stu-View.
For questions, please email ece@georgebrown.ca.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Graduates of George Brown Polytechnic's CDP apprenticeship program who wish to complete their diploma in Early Childhood Education will be required to complete 6 bridge courses.
Courses include:
- Communicating Across contexts
- Introduction Sociology
- General Education Elective
- General Education Elective
- Anti-Racism in the Early Years
- Current issues
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| CDPA6001 | Health, Safety and Nutrition |
| CDPA6002 | Child Development 1 |
| CDPA6003 | Foundations of Early Learning Environment |
| CDPA6004 | Foundations of Early Learning Environment Placement |
| CDPA6005 | Creative Expression |
| CDPA6006 | Child Development II |
| CDPA6007 | Pre-School Learning Environment I |
| CDPA6008 | Pre-School Learning Environment I Placement |
| CDPA6009 | School Age Learning Enviroment |
| CDPA6010 | School Age Learning Enviroment Placement |
| CDPA6011 | Child Protection |
| CDPA6012 | Inclusive Practice & Advocacy |
| CDPA6022 | Interpersonal Communication |
| CDPA6023 | Infant and Toddler Learning Environment |
| CDPA6024 | Infant and Toddler Learning Environment Placement |
| CDPA6025 | Philosophies and Education Models for Early Childhood Development |
| CDPA6026 | Pre-School Learning Environment |
| CDPA6027 | Pre-School Learning Environment II Placement |
| CDPA6028 | Child, Family and Community |
| CDPA6029 | Legislation and Social Policy in Early Learning Administration |
| CDPA6029 | Legislation and Social Policy in Early Learning Administration |
| CDPA6030 | Child Development III: Inclusion of Children with Exceptionalities |
| CDPA6031 | Professional Practice |
| CDPA6032 | Advanced Placement |
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
$70 for classes & $20 for placements Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown Polytechnic fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
- You must apply for and obtain Ministry approval as an apprentice before you can register for courses. Obtaining approval is dependent upon meeting the following admission requirements:
- You must have a secondary school diploma or equivalent.
- You must be employed or volunteering at a child care centre or school where you regularly work or volunteer for 15 to 20 hours per week in classroom-related activity.
- You must have an employer who is prepared to sign your apprenticeship training agreement.
- You must attend an information session. For details about an upcoming information session email ece@georgebrown.ca
Please note: This program is open to domestic students only.
Special Requirements
To start the application process to one of our Early Childhood Education part-time programs, please complete this form.
Contact Us
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2310
Email: ece@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Visit Our Campus
Take our virtual tour to see our state-of-the-art facilities in downtown Toronto.
Program Description
Leadership Claims
This CDP apprenticeship program is delivered by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) through George Brown Polytechnic’s School of Early Childhood.
Program Overview
George Brown Polytechnic's Child Development Practitioner (CDP) program is designed for those already working in the field of Early Childhood who wish to pursue formal studies and receive certification as a Child Development Practitioner. As a CDP apprentice, you will be required to take 23 modules of in-school training on a part-time basis in the evenings. This training is currently being offered in a hybrid format - both in-person and online.
Full Description
George Brown Polytechnic's Child Development Practitioner (CDP) training is designed for those already working in the field of Early Childhood who wish to become certification as a Child Development Practitioner (CDP).
As a participant in this course, you will develop an awareness of the community resources available to support your work as an Early Childhood Educator.
What to expect in this CDP program
As a CDP apprentice, you will be required to complete 23 modules of in-school training.
The CDP training is:
- delivered part-time in the evenings (night classes)
- currently being offered in a hybrid format - both in-person and online
Please note: In-person classes are delivered at our School of Early Childhood located at George Brown Polytechnic’s Toronto Metropolitan University Campus, 99 Gerrard Street East. This campus is located in downtown Toronto and is easily accessible by the TTC.
This CDP apprenticeship program is delivered by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) through George Brown Polytechnic’s School of Early Childhood.
Your Field Education Options
As a CDP apprenticeship student, you will be required to complete six placements with various age-groups. Five of these placements will be completed with your current employer. The sixth and final placement (Advanced Placement) is three weeks long (full-time) and must be completed at a George Brown Polytechnic Lab School.
Field placement partners require students to show proof of full vaccination to include COVID-19. As such, students will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to complete the required field placement components of the program.
For vaccine exemption requests based on creed, please direct your inquiries to https://www.georgebrown.ca/covid-19
For vaccine exemption requests based on medical and vaccine verification, please review the Synergy link on Stu-View.
For questions, please email ece@georgebrown.ca.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Graduates of George Brown Polytechnic's CDP apprenticeship program who wish to complete their diploma in Early Childhood Education will be required to complete 6 bridge courses.
Courses include:
- Communicating Across contexts
- Introduction Sociology
- General Education Elective
- General Education Elective
- Anti-Racism in the Early Years
- Current issues
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| CDPA6001 | Health, Safety and Nutrition |
| CDPA6002 | Child Development 1 |
| CDPA6003 | Foundations of Early Learning Environment |
| CDPA6004 | Foundations of Early Learning Environment Placement |
| CDPA6005 | Creative Expression |
| CDPA6006 | Child Development II |
| CDPA6007 | Pre-School Learning Environment I |
| CDPA6008 | Pre-School Learning Environment I Placement |
| CDPA6009 | School Age Learning Enviroment |
| CDPA6010 | School Age Learning Enviroment Placement |
| CDPA6011 | Child Protection |
| CDPA6012 | Inclusive Practice & Advocacy |
| CDPA6022 | Interpersonal Communication |
| CDPA6023 | Infant and Toddler Learning Environment |
| CDPA6024 | Infant and Toddler Learning Environment Placement |
| CDPA6025 | Philosophies and Education Models for Early Childhood Development |
| CDPA6026 | Pre-School Learning Environment |
| CDPA6027 | Pre-School Learning Environment II Placement |
| CDPA6028 | Child, Family and Community |
| CDPA6029 | Legislation and Social Policy in Early Learning Administration |
| CDPA6029 | Legislation and Social Policy in Early Learning Administration |
| CDPA6030 | Child Development III: Inclusion of Children with Exceptionalities |
| CDPA6031 | Professional Practice |
| CDPA6032 | Advanced Placement |
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
$70 for classes & $20 for placements Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown Polytechnic fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
- You must apply for and obtain Ministry approval as an apprentice before you can register for courses. Obtaining approval is dependent upon meeting the following admission requirements:
- You must have a secondary school diploma or equivalent.
- You must be employed or volunteering at a child care centre or school where you regularly work or volunteer for 15 to 20 hours per week in classroom-related activity.
- You must have an employer who is prepared to sign your apprenticeship training agreement.
- You must attend an information session. For details about an upcoming information session email ece@georgebrown.ca
Please note: This program is open to domestic students only.
Special Requirements
To start the application process to one of our Early Childhood Education part-time programs, please complete this form.
Contact Us
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2310
Email: ece@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Visit Our Campus
Take our virtual tour to see our state-of-the-art facilities in downtown Toronto.