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Early Learning And Child Care Diploma
About the Program
Ready to go further than the certificate level? CDI College's Early Learning and Child Care Diploma builds on the fundamentals over 77 weeks, adding advanced coursework and two field placements to qualify you for Alberta's Level 3 Early Childhood Educator certification.
What You'll Learn
- Advanced child development theory, inclusion, and constructivist teaching approaches
- Emergent curriculum design, active play, and creative expression in early learning
- Professional ethics, family diversity, and collaborative work in early learning settings
- Two field placements, including 380 additional hours of hands-on experience
Career Opportunities
Roles: You'll graduate ready for roles as an early learning and care educator, classroom facilitator, or educational assistant.
Why it matters: Level 3 certification opens the door to more senior, better-paying roles in Alberta's childcare and education sector than a certificate alone.
CDI College Alberta programs are licensed under the province's Private Vocational Training Act.
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