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Early Childhood Education Hybrid

About The Program

The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Hybrid Diploma prepares you to become a qualified Early Childhood Educator, equipping you with the knowledge and hands-on skills to support young children's development, create engaging learning environments, and build meaningful relationships with children and families.

This 98-week flexible program is designed for working professionals who want to change careers without giving up their day job. Study evenings and weekends while gaining 1,070 hours of training plus 535 hours of hands-on practicum across 4 real childcare placements.

The program combines 40% self-paced online learning with in-person instruction from expert ECE professionals who bring years of real-world childcare experience into the classroom. Graduate as a qualified Level 2 Early Childhood Educator ready to work in licensed daycare facilities, preschools, pre-primary programs, and family child care settings across Nova Scotia.

Tuition Fee Guarantee

We're so confident in our program quality that we offer a full tuition refund if you graduate but don't receive any job offer (part-time or full-time) in the ECE field. Terms and conditions apply.

Career Opportunities

Graduate ready for roles including Early Childhood Educator, Lead Teacher, Program Coordinator, and Childcare Centre Director in daycares, preschools, and kindergarten classrooms across Nova Scotia.

Why This Program?

Evening classes - keep your day job
Very good job outlook through 2026
Thousands of new positions coming to NS
Multiple certifications included
40% online - learn at your pace

Program Details

Flexible Schedule for Working Adults

Mondays: 6 hours self-paced online learning
Tuesday-Friday: Live classes 6:00pm-9:30pm AST
Weekends & field work: Lab schools, practicums, certifications

What You'll Gain

4 hands-on practicums (535 hours) in real childcare settings
First Aid & CPR (Level C with AED) certification
OHS, WHMIS & Food Safety certifications
Interactive online learning via Moodle platform
Expert instruction from experienced ECE professionals

Key Topics Covered

Child Development (Birth-12)
Curriculum Development
Social-Emotional Learning
Family Engagement
Inclusive Practices
Professional Communication
Assessment & Documentation
Reflective Practice

Employment Outlook

The Government of Canada reports very good employment outlook for ECEs in Nova Scotia through 2026. The province is adding thousands of new childcare positions due to the Canada-Wide Early Learning Agreement. "Qualified jobseekers should have little difficulty finding employment."

Perfect For You If:

You're working full-time but want to change careers
You're passionate about child development
You need evening/weekend flexibility
You want guaranteed job prospects

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