Early childhood education is a profession that offers a rewarding career and a wide range of employment opportunities. Registered early childhood educators are committed to supporting young children, their families and communities in settings designed to build and maintain inclusive, responsive relationships that support holistic development, optimal learning and well-being.

Turn Your Diploma into a Degree

Many universities across Canada and abroad will provide credit recognition for your diploma studies at Loyalist College. The following is a list of agreements that are currently in place. There are many more options, and new agreements are added annually.

• Algoma University – B.A.; B.B.A.; B.Sc.; Bach. Computer Science
• Athabasca University – Bachelor of Professional Arts in Human Services
• Brock University – B.A. (Honours) Early Childhood Education
• Carleton University – various*
• Davenport University – B.A. General Business
• George Brown College – Bachelor of Applied Arts in Early Childhood Leadership
• Griffith University – Bachelor of Arts
• Institutes of Technology Ireland
• Institute of Technology Tralee – Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Care and Education (Year 3)
• Lakehead University – Bachelor of Education (Concurrent Education) Primary/Junior Specialization
• Laurentian University – various*
• Laurier Brantford – any honours program
• Nipissing University – Bachelor of Arts
• Ryerson University – Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Studies
• Seneca College – Bach. Child Development; Bach. Interdisciplinary Studies
• University of Guelph – Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) in Early Childhood
• Ontario Tech University – B.A. Adult Education and Digital Technology
• University of Waterloo – various*
• University of Windsor – B.A. (General or Honours); B.A. (Honours) Disability Studies; Bachelor of Social Work
• Wilfrid Laurier University – various*
• York University – various*
• Atlantic Technological University - Year 3

Experiential Learning

Loyalist’s ECE program consistently ranks high in student and graduate satisfaction, combining theory with practice:

• Design and implement curriculum to meet the diverse learning needs of children at different stages.
• Learning emphasizes inclusive practices, partnerships with families, multiple intelligences and evidence-based practices.
• Get a range of experiences in community early learning programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children.

Outstanding Faculty Make the Difference

• Experienced faculty share their knowledge of best practices and today’s job realities.
• Teachers work with students in the selection of placement experiences to support their individual interests and career goals.