Adult 12 and Indigenous Early Childhood Education (INECE) Level 1

Adult Basic Education

Adult 12 and Indigenous Early Childhood Education (INECE) Level 1 – Dual Credit Program

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Program Description

The Adult 12 and Indigenous Early Childhood Education (Level 1) Dual Credit Program enables learners to earn credits towards two separate program standings simultaneously. Through a pathway model, learners can earn credits towards an Adult 12 completion, consecutively equipping them to meet the program requirements to transition into the Indigenous Early Childhood Education (Level 1) program and achieve a post-secondary educational standing soon afterward.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old and out of school for one year
Must have a regular Grade 10 or Adult 10, or apply under mature admissions
Must write the ABE Entrance Assessment

Non-Academic Requirements

Must submit a recent Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search.

Acceptance Policy

Strong preference is given to applicants who are Status First Nations, but SIIT programs are open to anyone.

English Language Benchmark

SIIT is not currently legislated to accept International Students. You must be a Canadian/ Permanent Resident to apply.

To be admitted into this program you must be able to understand and communicate in English (Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment of six – CLB6).

Courses

Adult 12

Code	Course Title
ENG 30	English 30
INDG 30	Indigenous Studies
MATH 20	Math Foundations 20
ENVSC 20	Environmental Science 20
FILIT 30	Financial Literacy 30
MATH 30	Math Foundations 30 (Elective)
BIOLG 30	Biology (Elective)

Indigenous Early Childhood Education – Level 1

Code	Course Title
INECE 105	Introduction to Play
INECE 110	Guiding Children’s Behaviour
INECE 115	Health, Safety and Nutrition

INECE program Transfer Credit: If you have gained credit for one or more level 1 ECE courses through an alternate post-secondary institution, you can transfer that credit. For more information, please reach out to the Admissions Team at 306-477-9325.

Tuition, Fees, and Funding

Tuition and Fees

There is no cost to attend Adult Basic Education programs at SIIT. Once accepted, program staff will help you to secure Education and Training Incentive (ETI).

Additional Fees: U-Pass for Saskatoon and Regina Transit Bus Passes

U-PASS
$286.00 per year - Saskatoon $246.00 per year - Regina	The U-Pass is a City Transit bus pass for students that allow you to save on transportation costs. The U-Pass fee is provided at a reduced cost compared to a standard monthly City Transit pass and is mandatory for most SIIT students in Saskatoon and Regina. You may use the U-Pass as many times as you would like during the academic term. Students who meet certain requirements can opt-out of the U-Pass. Please contact the Admissions department for more information.
Please note: U-Pass fees are subject to change.

U-PASS

$286.00 per year - Saskatoon

$246.00 per year - Regina

The U-Pass is a City Transit bus pass for students that allow you to save on transportation costs. The U-Pass fee is provided at a reduced cost compared to a standard monthly City Transit pass and is mandatory for most SIIT students in Saskatoon and Regina. You may use the U-Pass as many times as you would like during the academic term. Students who meet certain requirements can opt-out of the U-Pass. Please contact the Admissions department for more information.

Please note: U-Pass fees are subject to change.

Funding

Depending on your status, different forms of financial assistance are available to you. Please click here to explore options for funding. If you require assistance finding funding, please contact supportservices@siit.ca.

What to Expect

Length of Program

The dual credit program will begin on September 2nd, 2025, and end on June 10th, 2026.

Delivery Method

This program will consist of instructor-led classes which will encompass the theory of each course, and will include lectures, discussions, assignments, in-class review topics, and hands-on experience.

Academic Policy

Students attending must adhere to SIIT Academic & Student policies, which are available on the mySIIT dashboard on the SIIT website.

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance is essential for academic success. Each program has specific attendance requirements that must be adhered to in order to graduate. In order to graduate from this program, an attendance rate of 90% or better is required.
If you have been approved for funding, you must maintain the attendance required by your sponsoring agency to remain eligible to receive payment.

Evaluation

Adult 12
Students write provincial final exams where applicable. A minimum grade of 50% is required for all courses.

Indigenous Early Childhood Education – Level 1
Students will be evaluated according to the successful completion of all program components. To graduate, students must achieve 50% in each of the courses: INECE 105, 110 and 115, with an overall average of 60%.

SIIT attendance policy and procedures will apply.

Graduation Documents

Adult 12 Diploma
Indigenous Early Childhood Education Level 1 Certificate of Achievement

Career Opportunities

Completing the Adult 12 program at SIIT will give learners the prerequisites needed to apply for post-secondary programs at any college or university. Grade 12 is also required for entry-level work and apprenticeship in a variety of sectors.

Completing the Indigenous Early Childhood Education Level 1 program at SIIT will prepare learners to enter careers in Early Childhood Education or pursue post-secondary programs in the related field. Applicants will be eligible to apply for their Saskatchewan certification in Early Childhood Education Level 1 (ECE Level 1).

Fall 2025 - Adult 12 & Indigenous Early Childhood Education (INECE) Level 1 Dual Credit

Program Length: 10 months
Start Date: 09/02/2025
Division: Adult Basic Education
Campus: Other
Location: Onion Lake - Adult 12 & INECE Level 1 Dual Credit
Apply Now
For more information on the Adult 12 / INECE Level 1 dual credit program in Onion Lake, please contact SIIT admissions at (306) 477-9325 or by email at advisor@siit.ca.