EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (ECE) (2 Years)

The program is designed to help students learn about the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional
needs of children, and to provide the skills and knowledge necessary for planning and carrying out
programming which optimizes individual development of young children.

The program blends theory about how children develop with a hands-on application of theoretical
principles. Students are given the opportunity to explore child development theory and to apply it to
programming for infant, toddler, preschool and school-aged children. Included in this sequence is
developmental theory and practice for children with special needs as well as an overview of relevant
communications theory and philosophy.

Seneca's two lab schools are model child care centres that provide observation and programming
opportunities for students. Field placement is central to the learning experience, so students are
placed in the field for one to two days each week.

For more information on this program, click here.
For the program student handbook, click here.