Students earn high school and post-secondary credits while completing 12 credits towards an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate.

 

About the Program

Are you passionate about shaping future generations by nurturing young minds? Our Early Childhood Education (ECE) Dual Credit Program offers a unique opportunity for high school students to jumpstart their careers in early childhood education while earning both high school and post-secondary credits. The program, in partnership with University of the Fraser

Valley (UFV), allows students to complete FOUR courses towards their Early Childhood Education Certificate. Students earn these post-secondary credits while also receiving credits towards high school graduation.

Why This Program

• Patience and Compassion: Use your empathy to provide a nurturing environment for young children.Click on image above to view Early Childhood Education Program Guide.
• Creativity: Apply your imagination to engage children in learning and play.
• Organizational Skills: Enhance your ability to manage classroom activities and maintain a structured environment.
• Enthusiasm and Energy: Bring a positive and energetic attitude to your work, making learning fun.
• Make a Difference: Play a crucial role in the early stages of children’s lives, helping to shape their futures and make a lasting impact.

Develop Professional Skills

• Create a nurturing environment for young children through play and a connection with nature.
• Establish respectful, responsive and culturally appropriate indoor and outdoor environments that inspire curiosity and wonder.
• Guide and nurture the social, emotional and physical development of children.
• Learn to adjust your teaching methods to suit different learning styles and needs

Requirements

• Be registered in the Langley School District
• Be 18 or younger on June 30 of application year
• Have not graduated from high school before starting the program
• Be on track to graduate

Prerequisites

Have completed before the start of the program:

• Grade 11
• English 11

Recommended:

• C+ or higher in English 10 and Math 10
• Experience working with children

Learn More

• Check out the Early Childhood Education Program Guide for more information about this program
• Contact your school’s Career Advisor or use the contact form at the bottom of this page for more information and/or to apply