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Early Childhood Education |
School of Health Sciences |
2012/2013 Program AvailabilityNorth Fall: Open Winter: Open Summer: Open Orangeville Fall: Open |
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Type:
Diploma
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Campus:
North, Orangeville
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Program Code:
07911 |
Length: Humber North Campus - Four semesters, beginning in September, January and May
Humber Orangeville Campus - Four semesters, beginning in September |
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CONTACT INFORMATION: Part-Time: Heather Silverson, program advisor | 416.675.6622 ext. 5058 | heather.silverson@humber.ca
Full-Time: program assistant | 416.675.6622 ext. 4051 | shakra.sultana@humber.ca |
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Humber’s Early Childhood Education program gives you the skills and knowledge to work with children (birth to 12 years) and their families in a variety of roles. The program includes courses to enable you to understand human development and learn how to foster children’s learning through the creation of inclusive learning environments, designing curriculum, collaborating with relevant community agencies and achieving early childhood leadership and advocacy skills.
Note: For further information, refer to the Selection Procedures section in this publication.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Additional Requirements
For more information and application instructions regarding the Police Record Check, visit healthsciences.humber.ca/ field-clinical-placement/prc.
It is important that potential students understand that the above requirements may impede them from successful admission, completing their full program, and/or securing employment. Humber reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to refuse student access to children placed in its care.
New students must visit healthsciences. humber.ca/field-clinical-placement/para med/ece-ft-first-year to get instructions on how to utilize the above documents to obtain clearance for field practicum, according to the process required for Humber ECE students.
Humber is a leading-edge facility in every respect. The faculty boasts a range of experience and educational backgrounds – ensuring material is current and relevant. The Early Childhood Education program is a professional preparation program. As such, the program is demanding both in terms of academic work and expectations for professional behaviour.
Qualified graduates of this program may be eligible to apply their academic credits toward further study at many postsecondary institutions. For detailed information, visit our website at transferguide.humber.ca or refer to the Humber Transfer Guide.
Our program has the benefit of two on-site inclusive child care facilities for children birth to six years of age and an ECE Resource Centre full of educational materials, books and equipment to be used for in-class assignments or field placement experiences.
Industry partners include licensed child care centres, Ontario Early Years Centres, home-based child care agencies and related community organizations and services across Toronto, Peel, York, Halton and Durham regions.
Be part of the culturally diverse student population of Humber. The average age of students at Humber is 26 years old, but students range from recent high school graduates to students with children of high school age. There will always be students just like you with similar experiences and goals.
For more information visit Fees and Financial Assistance.
Textbooks and supplies cost approximately $750 per year. Transportation costs to and from field placements are the student’s responsibility.
Why did you choose Humber?
The program for ECE at Humber College is one of the most reputable programs.
What are your career aspirations?
My career aspirations is to work with children at daycare and then update my ECE with degree.
How have the faculty helped you on your road to reaching your goals?
Faculty members are very cooperative and helpful at every stage of your learning. They give you notes, show you video and give references if you need.
What would you say has been the single best learning experience in the program you are in?
Best learning experience is the field placement, working with children, as we learned form books and theory.
What elements of the program are best preparing you for your career?
Field placement, you get experience before you got the job.
Would you recommend this program to others, and why?
Yes.
Why did you choose Humber?
The program for ECE at Humber College is one of the most reputable programs.
What are your career aspirations?
My career aspirations is to work with children at daycare and then update my ECE with degree.
How have the faculty helped you on your road to reaching your goals?
Faculty members are very cooperative and helpful at every stage of your learning. They give you notes, show you video and give references if you need.
What would you say has been the single best learning experience in the program you are in?
Best learning experience is the field placement, working with children, as we learned form books and theory.
What elements of the program are best preparing you for your career?
Field placement, you get experience before you got the job.
Would you recommend this program to others, and why?
Yes.
Semester 1 | ||
| Course Code | Course | Credits |
| COMM 200 | College Writing SkillsCollege Writing SkillsCourse Code: COMM 200 Credits: 3 College Writing Skills emphasizes elements of the writing process. Although subject matter and format may change from one program to another, the skills necessary for effective writing remain the same, as do the professional standards that all Humber students are expected to attain.
Students will practice the reading and writing skills that will be valuable in their college programs and build a strong base for professional business writing. Those students who plan to further their studies will develop the fundamental skills for writing acceptable academic English.
To help students reach these goals, the course covers the following: analytical reading and critical thinking; essay organization and development; and the elements of clear writing, including grammar and punctuation skills.
To complete COMM 200 successfully, students must produce writing that meets or surpasses the minimum departmental standards as set out in the attached criterion sheet.
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| ECE. 011 | Responsive Relationships in Inclusive EnvironmentsResponsive Relationships in Inclusive EnvironmentsCourse Code: ECE. 011 Credits: 4 Early childhood professionals play an important role in creating inclusive and responsive learning environments to benefit all children and families. Central to this role is recognizing the value of all relationships that nurture children's development, their sense of self-esteem and positive self-concept. The philosophical tenets of responsive and inclusive practice in designing, planning and evaluating programs for children will be explored. Personal bias and wellness and their influence upon professional standards of practice will be considered. | 4 |
| ECE. 012 | Development: Across the LifespanDevelopment: Across the LifespanCourse Code: ECE. 012 Credits: 2 Provides an overview of the biological, psychological, social and cultural influences on the development of the individual from conception to death. The focus is on major theoretical perspectives and principles of life-span development, with the assumptions and values underpinning these perspectives. Identifies how these perspectives influence the ways behaviour is explained and the implications for social practices and self-understanding. Explores the interrelationships between individual and group behaviours and the broader social contexts within which they occur. Questions how identity and experience are influenced by values, beliefs, culture, ethnicity, language, ability, education, life experiences, socio-economic status, spirituality, gender, age and sexual orientation. Examines ways in which knowledge of human development is produced and evaluated by scholars, practitioners, the media, and the public. | 2 |
| ECE. 013 | Children, Play and CreativityChildren, Play and CreativityCourse Code: ECE. 013 Credits: 3 Play is the foundation of all learning in childhood. Healthy development is dependent upon the opportunities presented to children in responsive, inclusive, play-based programs. Observation is a valuable tool for understanding and interpreting play and the holistic development of children. Historical and current theories and research will explore how the early childhood educator fosters the development of creativity and emergent literacy through play. | 3 |
| ECE. 014 | Child Development: Prenatal to 2 1/2 YearsChild Development: Prenatal to 2 1/2 YearsCourse Code: ECE. 014 Credits: 2 Explores and examines child development from the prenatal period to two and a half years and prepares the early childhood professional to promote the growth and development of children by establishing an individually responsive and inclusive program. Emphasis is on the study of child development theory, including principles, domains and stages, as well as an appreciation of the potential impact of heredity, family and culture. | 2 |
| ECE. 015 | Promoting Health and SafetyPromoting Health and SafetyCourse Code: ECE. 015 Credits: 3 Early childhood educators provide optimal health, safety and well-being for all children within early learning and care settings. To understand the roles and responsibilities of the individual, team and community, current health and safety information, the types and levels of child abuse and knowing how to respond to various situations in a professional manner will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on municipal, provincial, and national legislation and regulations regarding human rights, child protection, health and safety, as they relate to diverse early learning and care environments. | 3 |
| ECE. 016 | Field Practicum 1Field Practicum 1Course Code: ECE. 016 Credits: 4 Field Practicum 1 provides an opportunity to gain an understanding of the skills and knowledge needed for a career in early childhood education through observation and interaction with children, families and other professionals. The important role the early childhood professional plays in nurturing relationships and designing, planning and evaluating inclusive and responsive environments will be a focus. Understanding the environmental and developmental influences that promote safe, play-based experiences for children will be emphasized. Students will be working with families and children (birth - 6 years) in licensed childcare settings or other community programs. | 4 |
Semester 2 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| COMM 300 | Business Writing SkillsBusiness Writing SkillsCourse Code: COMM 300 Credits: 3 Business Writing Skills introduces students to the strategies of effective written workplace communication. This course is designed to build on and reinforce the writing skills developed in COMM 200 and requires students to apply these skills to vocationally relevant assignments. Students will learn how to select and organize pertinent information according to purpose and audience and will practise presenting their ideas clearly, precisely, and effectively in various written formats. To complete COMM 300 successfully, students must produce writing that meets or surpasses the minimum departmental standards as set out in the criterion sheet. | 3 |
| ECE. 021 | The Role of the Early Childhood Educator 1The Role of the Early Childhood Educator 1Course Code: ECE. 021 Credits: 2 This course examines the early childhood educator as a professional who engages in personal and professional development, self-advocacy and reflective practice, while collaborating in a team environment. The roles and responsibilities of both the individual and team will be highlighted. The critical importance of on-going professional development for managing this complex role in a changing society will be addressed. | 2 |
| ECE. 022 | Social Justice: Nurturing CommunitiesSocial Justice: Nurturing CommunitiesCourse Code: ECE. 022 Credits: 3 Social justice, advocacy, leadership and mentorship will be explored as they relate to understanding and building relationships with children, families and communities. Attitudes, perspectives and systemic barriers influence and impact all stakeholders. Traditional and current issues and practices that affect communities will be identified and examined. Responsibilities and strategies to inform public awareness and encourage engagement to create social transformation will be highlighted. | 3 |
| ECE. 023 | Curriculum DesignCurriculum DesignCourse Code: ECE. 023 Credits: 3 Curriculum is considered as a dynamic framework that reflects a variety of learning theories, philosophies and approaches to children's learning and development. Critique of the components of curriculum enables analysis of how curriculum reflects practice and assists educators in the design, implementation and assessment of individually responsive learning experiences. Inclusive curriculum, which respects the holistic development of children, will be explored. | 3 |
| ECE. 024 | Child Development: 2 to 6 YearsChild Development: 2 to 6 YearsCourse Code: ECE. 024 Credits: 3 Focuses on various theoretical frameworks, principles and patterns of child development from two to six years and prepares the early childhood professional to promote the growth and development of children by establishing an individually responsive and inclusive program. In addition to an appreciation of the potential impact of heredity and culture, emphasis is on relating theoretical understanding of the child to the role of the early childhood professional. | 3 |
| ECE. 025 | Understanding Children Through ObservationUnderstanding Children Through ObservationCourse Code: ECE. 025 Credits: 2 Focuses on the use of observation to gain understanding and plan for the individual and group behaviours that occur within the learning environment. Various methods and purposes of observation will be examined, while considering the impact of the environment upon the child. Objective and professional observations require the utilization of various perspectives and interpretations to gain a holistic understanding of the learning, patterning and change that occur as a child grows and develops. | 2 |
| ECE. 026 | Field Practicum 2Field Practicum 2Course Code: ECE. 026 Credits: 4 Field Practicum 2 will assist students in the further development of knowledge and skills acquired in Semester 1. Building responsive relationships with children, families and other professionals will continue to be stressed. Students are expected to maintain standards of professional conduct and engage in practices that promote advocacy and social justice. Competencies in observation and interpretation of children's behaviour to facilitate the design, implementation and evaluation of curriculum will be focal points of this practical experience. Students will be working with families and children (birth - 6 years) in licensed childcare settings or other community programs. | 4 |
| HUMA 024 | Humanities: An Introduction to Arts and ScienceHumanities: An Introduction to Arts and ScienceCourse Code: HUMA 024 Credits: 3 The Humanities course focuses on fundamental questions individuals ask of themselves as they proceed through life. Why are we the way we are? Do we have free will or are we prisoners of our past experience or our biological inheritance? What motivates societies to change? Why do societal changes so often divide people into opposing camps? Why do so many people find contemporary life at home, at work, and in the community unfulfilling? What constitutes good government? How should injustice be fought? Can nations successfully deal with global problems? What is science and how does it differ from other kinds of inquiry? Can scientists provide solutions to the problems we face? What is art and does it offer answers of its own? What is its relationship to beauty, to knowledge, and to ethics? Is objectivity about art (or anything) possible? These questions are organized into units that begin with issues concerning the nature of the individual and then extend outward to various social, cultural and physical contexts.
The issues explored in this course are too complex to have any one right answer. Rather, individuals must search for answers that make sense of their experiences via various theoretical perspectives. The Humanities course supports this endeavour through study of different thinkers presented in the readings and exploration of different points of view explored in class discussions.
ESL students should consider taking the ESL Humanities course. Students may transfer into
ESL Humanities (HESL 024) either at the Registrar?s Office or the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Office (K201) on a first-come, first-served basis before the Last Day to Add. | 3 |
