Admission Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, grade 12 English- minimum grade of C, mature student status (19 years or older).
• Criminal record check.
• Immunization report.
• Meet minimum English language proficiency requirements.
• Evidence that 3 years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8-12) have been successfully completed in the program’s language of instruction in a country where the language of instruction is one of the principal languages. Grade 12 English with minimum grade of C. This may include successful completion of a BC Adult Graduation program.
  OR
• Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the principal language of instruction
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• Provide verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below. Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: overall score of 5.5 or higher.
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test: overall score of 40 or higher
• Duolingo English Test: overall score of 95 or higher
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBT: overall score of 46 higher
• Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP): Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5.

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: overall score of 43 or higher

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the program, graduates may find employment in roles such as:

• Early Childhood Assistant
• Preschool Assistant
• Infant / Toddler Care Aide
• Daycare Worker (Assistant)
• Child Care Centre Assistant
• Nursery Assistant
• Classroom Support Worker
• Nutrition Support Assistant
• Responsible Adult in Licensed Child Care

Learning Outcomes

By completion, students will:

• Understand contemporary guidance theories and frameworks (e.g., natural vs logical consequences)
• Identify causes of misbehaviour and apply effective redirection
• Plan developmentally appropriate behaviour interventions
• Implement culturally responsive, inclusive guidance practices
• Collaborate with families and staff on behavioural strategies
• Maintain ethical and confidential documentation
• Reflect on personal biases and practise professional communication

Assessment Methods

Students will be assessed through written tests, computer-based tasks and assignments. After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to the tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course. Students will be required to complete 160 hrs of work experience. To qualify for work experience, students are required to maintain a minimum C grade average or higher and a minimum attendance of 85%.

Attendance Expectations

85% of classes must be attended to achieve competency for this qualification

Graduation Requirement

This focused component equips students with evidence-based strategies to foster positive child behavior in early learning settings (ages 0–8). Topics include contemporary guidance models, behavior analysis, conflict resolution, cultural and developmental responsiveness, and partnership with families and colleagues.