Earn your Alberta Level 2 ECE credential in 8 months and step into early childhood classrooms ready to nurture young learners.
A direct path to employment, Robertson graduates finish ready for the workforce with practicum placement and hiring support from Robertson Workforce.
Learn more about WorkforceGraduates of this program are eligible for certification as a Level 2 Early Childhood Educator in Alberta.
The Early Learning and Childcare certificate program is designed to give you the skills to help young children from all cultures and backgrounds grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally. Part of the Early Learning and Childcare certificate program focuses on teaching you how to create equitable, culturally relevant learning environments that encourage meaningful conversation and play.
You will learn how to address the needs of Indigenous children and families and incorporate cultural touch points into learning activities. Not only that, you'll have the privilege of helping children foster caring relationships and healthy, inclusive social interactions.
Potential Earnings
in a year or less, after graduation
The Association of Early Childhood Educators of Alberta (AECEA)
This course introduces the principles, processes and theories of human development. Influences on prenatal development and the newborn’s capacities are explored. The physical, cognitive, language, emotional and social domains of development and milestones reached through infancy and toddlerhood are the focus of this course.
This course focuses on the development of the preschool child. The physical, cognitive, language, emotional and social domains of development and milestones of children ages two to six will be explored through theory, research and observation.
This course introduces students to the basic principles and practices of health promotion, nutrition, illness prevention and management, safety, and occupational health.
This course introduces students to the different approaches to early childhood education. Students will be introduced to the history of early childhood education development in Canada and the factors that have influenced this. Students will explore a variety of models and approaches to early childhood care.
This course introduces students to the value of play in children’s learning and development. The course examines how play changes as children reach each stage of development, the factors that influence play, and the early childhood educator’s role in supporting play.
This course focuses on observation and assessment. Topics will include documentation techniques and formats. Students will practice these techniques by observing children and their environment in different childcare environments.
This course focuses on designing effective learning experiences within the early childhood environment by developing the necessary background, tools, and strategies. Students will explore the impact of the early childhood center’s philosophy, environment, materials, and resources on learning experience.
This course provides an overview of the field of early childhood education. Students will be introduced to the profession of early childhood education. Early learning program components, career options and the role and qualities of an early childhood educator will be explored.
This course introduces students to the basic concepts related to guiding children’s behaviors. The course introduces strategies, processes, behaviors, and routines that support the development of a nurturing and respectful early childhood environment. Students will explore their own values regarding children’s behavior, learn guidance techniques, and develop an understanding of the early childhood educator’s role in fostering healthy child behaviors.
This course introduces students to the principles of racism, inequity and exclusion as it pertains to Indigenous Peoples and will focus on building an awareness of Indigenous history and culture. ECE educators develop cultural awareness, cultural sensitivity and cultural competence to best support Indigenous children and families.
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All program fees included
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Calgary
Hybrid
Edmonton
Hybrid
Community Services
The most interesting aspect of my program focused on diversity, that we learned from each other, from our different cultures, ideas, dreams, and beliefs, more than from the books. It was also great to collaborate with my classmates and meet with like minded peers!
Sister Agnieszka
Early Childhood Education Graduate
Community Services
I felt supported by my instructors and encouraged by my classmates. I was part of a learning community where people are rooting for each other to succeed. The whole experience gave me confidence, knowledge, and a new sense of purpose in my work with children.
Rosalyn
Early Childhood Education Graduate
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I entrust my greatest blessing to the students from Robertson every day and I am grateful for the hard work and loving care they give to the children. Robertson students have given the children the opportunity to experience how learning is fun at an early age. The students look at each child as an individual, with their strengths and needs. Our children have learned so much and shared so much with their parents about the great activities they have learned from the practicum students from Robertson. This is an important baseline for their success as they continue their academic careers. I am so proud of them and thankful to Robertson for their guidance and taking care of their students.
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