1.1 Overview of the ECE Program Field Placements
The Field Placement Model for the ECE Diploma Programs is the same whether you are in the Online, In Person or Fast Track program. There are 3 Field Placements opportunities, and each placement requires students to attend for 168 hours. Upon graduation, you will have gained entry-level skills in a variety of Early Years settings.
There are 3 Field Placements Requirements:
FLDP 1022 Field Practicum 0-3 Years – Childcare
In a child care setting with infants, toddlers or preschoolers, students will have the opportunity to integrate their knowledge of child development into a play-based curriculum by implementing ‘How Does Learning Happen,’ using appropriate and inclusive practice through routines, interactions, and experiences which encourage play and exploration. Students will foster nurturing and supportive relationships, responding sensitively to the children’s needs, and utilizing guidance techniques that balance autonomy and security. Professional attitudes and behaviours are expected.
FLDP 3023 Field Practicum 3-6 Years – Preschool or Kindergarten
In a Kindergarten or Child Care setting with children ages 3-6 years, students will have the opportunity to integrate their knowledge of child development into a play-based curriculum by implementing the Kindergarten document or How Does Learning Happen? document, using appropriate and inclusive practice through routines, interactions, and experiences which encourage play, exploration, and inquiry-based learning. Students will foster nurturing and supportive relationships, responding sensitively to the children’s needs, and utilizing guidance techniques that balance autonomy and security. Professional attitudes and behaviours are expected.
FLDP 3024 Field Practicum 0-12 Years – Child Care, Kindergarten or an Alternate Early Years Agency
In an Early Years setting with children ages 0-12 years, students will have the opportunity to integrate their knowledge of child development into a play-based curriculum by implementing the Early Childhood Education documents. They will use appropriate and inclusive practice through routines, interactions, and experiences that encourage play, exploration, and inquiry-based learning. Students will foster nurturing and supportive relationships, responding sensitively to the children’s needs and utilizing guidance techniques that balance autonomy and security. Professional attitudes and behaviours are expected.
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