Fanshawe College
Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Woodstock, Canada
Clinton, Canada

DEGREE TYPE

Diploma

DURATION

60 weeks

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time, Part time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Jan 2026

STUDY FORMAT

Distance Learning, On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The Diploma in Early Childhood Education focuses on equipping students with essential knowledge and skills for working in early childhood settings. The program covers child development, learning approaches, and the role of educators in fostering a productive learning environment. Graduates can expect a blend of theoretical understanding and practical application throughout their studies, preparing them for future challenges in the field.

Career Outcomes : The diploma opens doors to various career paths, including roles as early childhood educators, curriculum developers, and childcare supervisors. Graduates may also find positions in educational settings, government agencies, or nonprofit organizations focused on children's welfare and development.

The Early Childhood Education program combines theory and coursework with real experience in the field. Students will learn the importance of play in children's learning, family involvement, and curriculum design. Graduates will be qualified to work in a variety of jobs including child care centres, early learning and family centres.

Your Learning Experience

Does shaping and nurturing young minds of the future while enjoying a satisfying, in-demand career interest you? Fanshawe’s Early Childhood Education program will give you the skills and the hands-on experience to get you on your way.

Our unique program blends theory and coursework with real experience in the field. You’ll develop knowledge and professional skills in child development with the assistance of our diverse courses and learn about the valuable and specialized role you play in the community.

Graduates from this program will gain diverse and dynamic skills for the evolving world of childhood education. You’ll be qualified to work in a range of jobs including child care centres, early learning and family centres, before and after school programs and with school boards.

This two-year Ontario College Diploma program will develop students' knowledge and professional skills in the early childhood educator's role and responsibilities. Your work placement will expose you to a wide variety of age groups and multiple organizations. You’ll have had dynamic and eclectic experiences that will make you more valuable to the field of Early Childhood Education

Flexible Options

This program is offered at more than one campus and fully online for your convenience. Learn more about the programs and services of Fanshawe’s campuses in Clinton, St. Thomas and Woodstock. Not sure if you're ready for online learning? Take Fanshawe's online learning readiness test to see if getting a diploma online is for you.

This program is also available part-time.

CIP Code: 19.0709