Understanding Exceptionalities in Early Childhood Education Microcredential
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Program Description
This 15-hour online course focuses on how to recognize and support exceptionalities in early childhood education settings. Students will be equipped with the knowledge necessary to recognize inclusive and culturally responsive early childhood education environments for all children through completion of this Microcredential.
Admission Requirements
- Applicants must be employed in either a childcare centre or a childcare home provider.
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).
What to Expect
Length of Program
15 hours of online learning at the student’s own pace. Students will have four months to complete the course.
Program Delivery
This program is delivered online, asynchronously, without an instructor. Students are expected to work through the course on their own.
Evaluation
At the end of each module, a quiz is required to progress to the next module. Additionally, there is a comprehensive quiz at the end of the course. To pass this course, students must achieve 80% on each quiz. There are unlimited attempts at each quiz.
Graduation Document
Students who successfully complete this Microcredential will be issued a digital badge through MyCreds.
Career Path
Career Opportunities
Completing professional development such as this Microcredential allows early childhood educators to enhance skills and stay current in their field.
Winter 2025 - Understanding Exceptionalities in Early Childhood Education Microcredential - Online
Program Length: 4 Months
Start Date: 01/16/2025
Division: Health and Community Studies
Campus: Other
Location: Online - Understanding Exceptionalities in ECE Microcredential
Apply Now
For more information on Understanding Exceptionalities in Early Childhood Education Microcredential, please contact SIIT admissions at (306) 477-9325 or by email at advisor@siit.ca.
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