Early Learning and Child Care
Certificate Program
Credenda Post Secondary Educational Opportunities with Lakeland College
Early Childcare Certificate Registration 
(pdf), Early Childcare Certificate 
for 2008-2009, 2009-2010 (pdf), and Early Childcare Certificate 
(pdf).
For Lakeland College, fill out the Lakeland Registration (pdf), only at the beginning of your program.
Early Childcare Certificate Calendar available here (PDF), ELCC Registration Form here (PDF) and poster of the program here (PDF). For Lakeland College, fill out the Lakeland Registration form here (PDF) only at the beginning of your program.
Program Description
What a child learns during the first years of life will last a lifetime. If you are dedicated to providing opportunities for children to discover, explore, create, and learn through play then this is the program for you. The basis of the Early Learning and Child Care Certificate Program is that learning through play is central to the healthy development of young children. At the same time, you will learn the values and culture of a child's local community with regard to childcare.
The program gives a comprehensive introduction to child growth, behaviour and development, as well as how to plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate experiences in a stimulating environment which provides for the health, safety and nutrition of children.
Early Learning and Child Care Certificate Program will strengthen your understanding and skills, thereby enhancing the quality of service received by children. The program offers the learner the knowledge, experience and perspective for an enjoyable, successful career working with young children.
Your instructors, Kasey Fulton and Ashley Duiker.
Program Overview
Credenda Virtual College is offering the Early Learning and Child Care Certificate Program via the internet with live interactive lessons so you can stay in your community. The certificate program is comprised of ten courses and two practicums, with each course approximately ten weeks long. The classes will take place one evening a week allowing you to retain employment during the day and still work towards your education goals. The next intake is September 2008 finishing in June 2010.
Employment opportunities exist for graduates of the Early Learning and Child Care Certificate Program in areas such as Daycare, Head Start, Nursery Programs and positions within the Education System.
Credenda Registrar:
Toll Free: 1-866-910-2847
Phone: 1-306-764-2847 ext 1
E-mail: registrar@credenda.net
Program Courses
ED 120 Play
CO 118 Communication Skills
HS 114 Human Development 1
HS 214 Human Development 2
HS 180 Curriculum Planning 1ED 109 ELCC Practicum 1
ED 121 Professionalism
HS 115 Exploring Exceptionalities 1
HS 182 Curriculum Planning 2
HS 155 Positive Behaviour Supports
HE 158 Health, Safety and Nutrition
ED 110 ELCC Practicum 2
Courses
ED 120 Play
This course is an overview of the significance of play in the development of the child. It includes nature and the development of play in children, organizing meaningful play experiences, designing play oriented activity centers and the development of outdoor play spaces.
Dates: Aug. 25 - Oct. 17, 2008
Registration Deadline: Aug. 22, 2008
Cost: $450
C0 118 Communication Skills
Focuses on the development of effective writing and critical reading skills. Includes essay, story or letter writing, as well as analytical reading.
Dates: Oct. 27 - Dec. 19, 2008
Registration Deadline: Oct. 23, 2008
Cost: $450
HS 114 Human Development 1
Provides you with an understanding of the developing child from birth to five years. Traces the changes that occur physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually during this period.
Dates: Jan. 05 - Feb. 27, 2009
Registration Deadline: Jan. 02, 2009
Cost: $450
HS 214 Human Development 2
This course assists you in understanding the changes-physical, social, emotional and intellectual-that take place as the five through twelve year old child grows and develops. Theoretical perspectives of child development are examined, providing a comparison of various assumptions and principles about children's growth and behaviour.
Dates: Mar. 02 - Apr.24, 2009
Registration Deadline: Feb. 27, 2009
Cost: $450
HS 180 Curriculum Planning 1
This course is an exploration of curriculum planning, implementation an evaluation in the areas of art, games, movement and music. These curriculum arrears are explored within the framework of a play orientated, interactions approach. This approach enables you to design and implement interactive activities for children and youth. You are provided the opportunity to acquire strategies for supporting the development of children and youth within the preschool, school community setting.
Dates: May. 04 - Jun. 26,2009
Registration Deadline: Apr. 30, 2009
Cost: $450
ED 109 Practicum 1
This course is a beginning practicum with an emphasis on observation and practical experience working with children. You begin programming based on observations of child's needs and interests.
Dates: Feb. 02 - May 26, 2009
Registration Deadline: Feb. 27, 2009
Cost: $250
ED 121 Professionalism
This course explores values, attitudes, ethics, and commitment involved in working professionally with young children and families. Roles and responsibilities, conflict resolution, and how to be a professional team member are examined. An appreciation of family encourages and enhances your self-awareness and ability to interact respectfully with children and families.
Dates: Aug. 24 - Oct. 16, 2009
Registration Deadline: Aug. 21, 2009
Cost: $450
HS 115 Exploring Exceptionalities 1
Provides an introduction to children with exceptionalities by examining the categories and characteristics of diversity. Explore issues pertinent to children and youth with exceptionalities and their families.
Dates: Oct. 26 - Dec. 18, 2009
Registration Deadline: Oct. 22, 2009
Cost: $450
HS 182 Curriculum Planning 2
This course is an exploration of curriculum planning, implementation and evaluation in the areas of children's literature, language arts, math, science and social studies. You have the opportunity to research, design and implement interactive activities with children. Emphasis is placed on supporting the developmental needs of children in the preschool, school and community setting.
Dates: Jan. 04 - Feb. 26, 2010
Registration Deadline: Dec. 23, 2009
Cost: $450
HS 155 Positive Behaviour Supports
The course includes and examination of attitudes, values, and skills that support positive guidance techniques in a childcare or classroom setting. Practical strategies that prevent behaviour problems, increase appropriate behaviours, and decrease inappropriate behaviour while maintaining a physically and psychologically safe environment for children and those who care for them is the focus of this course.
Dates: Mar. 01 - Apr. 23, 2010
Registration Deadline: Feb. 26, 2010
Cost: $450
HE 158 Health, Safety and Nutrition
This course examines the Health, Safety and Nutrition needs of young children. It includes practical applications for supporting these needs in an early childhood environment
Dates: May 03 - Jun. 25, 2010
Registration Deadline: Apr. 29, 2010
Cost: $450
ED 110 ELCC Practicum 2
This course is an advanced practicum with emphasis on programming based on observation of children's needs and interests.
Dates: Feb 01 - May 25, 2010
Registration Deadline: Feb. 26, 2010
Cost: $250
