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Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood

Program Details
- Program Code: C915
- Credential: George Brown College Certificate
- Duration: 1 semester
- Method of Study: Part-time
- Starting Months: January
- Domestic Tuition: Please see the "Courses" tab for course fee details
- Fall 2026 Delivery: Not Available
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
Child care programs whose Registered Early Childhood Educators employees participate in this training will benefit by having a team of educators who are better able to support the individual needs of children in the context of their specific program or school.
Program Overview
George Brown Polytechnic's Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood is a post-diploma, one-semester training program that strengthen your capacity to respond to children with special needs. This program is designed for Early Childhood Educators, teachers and supervisors.
Full Description
George Brown Polytechnic's Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood is a one-semester course designed to deepen your Early Childhood practice and enhance your awareness of the community resources available to support your work with special needs children.
What you can expect
The curriculum offered in this Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood training reflects a philosophy of inclusive practice of children with special needs in early childhood settings.
This training combines a theoretical component with case-based applications to help solidify your application of the theory in a variety of situations. As you develop a deeper understanding of special needs children and their unique needs, you will be better equipped to develop and implement programs to meet these needs.
This training will focus on the social aspect of special needs and will teach you to develop Individual Program Plans (IPP).
Key areas of study include:
- Early identification
- Teamwork strategies
- Observation and assessment
- Individual program planning
- Behaviour guidance
- Social competence
- Communication with families
- Teamwork strategies
- Strategies for working with community partners
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
| Code | Course Name | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| ECE 9008 | Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood Programs | $345 |
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.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Admission Requirements
- Early Childhood Education diploma
- Proof of registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators
PLEASE NOTE: This program is open to domestic students only.
Special Requirements
This program is designed for Registered Early Childhood Educators, teachers and supervisors from community-based programs, and Registered Early Childhood Educators and teachers from full day kindergarten programs.
Students will be required to be working directly with children in order to be able to complete the Individual Program Plan assignment.
To start the application process to one of our Early Childhood Education part-time programs, please complete this form.
Contact Us
School of Early Childhood
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
Child care programs whose Registered Early Childhood Educators employees participate in this training will benefit by having a team of educators who are better able to support the individual needs of children in the context of their specific program or school.
Program Overview
George Brown Polytechnic's Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood is a post-diploma, one-semester training program that strengthen your capacity to respond to children with special needs. This program is designed for Early Childhood Educators, teachers and supervisors.
Full Description
George Brown Polytechnic's Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood is a one-semester course designed to deepen your Early Childhood practice and enhance your awareness of the community resources available to support your work with special needs children.
What you can expect
The curriculum offered in this Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood training reflects a philosophy of inclusive practice of children with special needs in early childhood settings.
This training combines a theoretical component with case-based applications to help solidify your application of the theory in a variety of situations. As you develop a deeper understanding of special needs children and their unique needs, you will be better equipped to develop and implement programs to meet these needs.
This training will focus on the social aspect of special needs and will teach you to develop Individual Program Plans (IPP).
Key areas of study include:
- Early identification
- Teamwork strategies
- Observation and assessment
- Individual program planning
- Behaviour guidance
- Social competence
- Communication with families
- Teamwork strategies
- Strategies for working with community partners
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
| Code | Course Name | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| ECE 9008 | Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood Programs | $345 |
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.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Admission Requirements
- Early Childhood Education diploma
- Proof of registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators
PLEASE NOTE: This program is open to domestic students only.
Special Requirements
This program is designed for Registered Early Childhood Educators, teachers and supervisors from community-based programs, and Registered Early Childhood Educators and teachers from full day kindergarten programs.
Students will be required to be working directly with children in order to be able to complete the Individual Program Plan assignment.
To start the application process to one of our Early Childhood Education part-time programs, please complete this form.
Contact Us
School of Early Childhood
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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Program Details
- Program Code: C915
- Credential: Ontario College Certificate
- Duration: 1 semester
- Method of Study: Part-time
- Starting Months: January
- Domestic Tuition: Please see the "Courses" tab for course fee details
- 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
Child care programs whose Registered Early Childhood Educators employees participate in this training will benefit by having a team of educators who are better able to support the individual needs of children in the context of their specific program or school.
Program Overview
George Brown Polytechnic's Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood is a post-diploma, one-semester training program that strengthen your capacity to respond to children with special needs. This program is designed for Early Childhood Educators, teachers and supervisors.
Full Description
George Brown Polytechnic's Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood is a one-semester course designed to deepen your Early Childhood practice and enhance your awareness of the community resources available to support your work with special needs children.
What you can expect
The curriculum offered in this Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood training reflects a philosophy of inclusive practice of children with special needs in early childhood settings.
This training combines a theoretical component with case-based applications to help solidify your application of the theory in a variety of situations. As you develop a deeper understanding of special needs children and their unique needs, you will be better equipped to develop and implement programs to meet these needs.
This training will focus on the social aspect of special needs and will teach you to develop Individual Program Plans (IPP).
Key areas of study include:
- Early identification
- Teamwork strategies
- Observation and assessment
- Individual program planning
- Behaviour guidance
- Social competence
- Communication with families
- Teamwork strategies
- Strategies for working with community partners
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
| Code | Course Name | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| ECE 9008 | Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood Programs | $345 |
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.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Admission Requirements
- Early Childhood Education diploma
- Proof of registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators
Please note: This program is open to domestic students only.
Special Requirements
This program is designed for Registered Early Childhood Educators, teachers and supervisors from community-based programs, and Registered Early Childhood Educators and teachers from full day kindergarten programs.
Students will be required to be working directly with children in order to be able to complete the Individual Program Plan assignment.
To start the application process to one of our Early Childhood Education part-time programs, please complete this form.
Contact Us
School of Early Childhood
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
Child care programs whose Registered Early Childhood Educators employees participate in this training will benefit by having a team of educators who are better able to support the individual needs of children in the context of their specific program or school.
Program Overview
George Brown Polytechnic's Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood is a post-diploma, one-semester training program that strengthen your capacity to respond to children with special needs. This program is designed for Early Childhood Educators, teachers and supervisors.
Full Description
George Brown Polytechnic's Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood is a one-semester course designed to deepen your Early Childhood practice and enhance your awareness of the community resources available to support your work with special needs children.
What you can expect
The curriculum offered in this Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood training reflects a philosophy of inclusive practice of children with special needs in early childhood settings.
This training combines a theoretical component with case-based applications to help solidify your application of the theory in a variety of situations. As you develop a deeper understanding of special needs children and their unique needs, you will be better equipped to develop and implement programs to meet these needs.
This training will focus on the social aspect of special needs and will teach you to develop Individual Program Plans (IPP).
Key areas of study include:
- Early identification
- Teamwork strategies
- Observation and assessment
- Individual program planning
- Behaviour guidance
- Social competence
- Communication with families
- Teamwork strategies
- Strategies for working with community partners
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
| Code | Course Name | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| ECE 9008 | Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood Programs | $345 |
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.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Admission Requirements
- Early Childhood Education diploma
- Proof of registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators
Please note: This program is open to domestic students only.
Special Requirements
This program is designed for Registered Early Childhood Educators, teachers and supervisors from community-based programs, and Registered Early Childhood Educators and teachers from full day kindergarten programs.
Students will be required to be working directly with children in order to be able to complete the Individual Program Plan assignment.
To start the application process to one of our Early Childhood Education part-time programs, please complete this form.
Contact Us
School of Early Childhood
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.
