Introduction to Early Childhood Care and Education Studies (ECED 1011)

This course is designed to prepare students for Early Childhood Education studies in British Columbia. The course will provide an introduction to the ECE Registry & BC Licensing regulations, a short summary of the cultural and historical context of ECCE in Canada, an overview of basic English terminology used in the ECCE studies and an orientation to the common instructional strategies implemented in the ECCE classroom.
Course code: ECED 1011
Credits: 2.0
Length: 40.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=ECED&number=1011

Schedule 1

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
61885May 5, 2025
to May 15, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
White, Jane

Schedule 2

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
61878May 6, 2025
to May 16, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
McCarthy, Sarah

Additional Information

  • 1. Early Childhood Education programs in BC
    2. History and cultural context of ECCE in Canada
    3. The roles of the ECE Registry and the BC Childcare Licensing
    4. Basic English terminology and professional language used in early years settings and the ECCE post-secondary programs
    5. Effective interpersonal communication
    6. Teaching strategies in the ECCE classrooms and the ways they can benefit to various learning styles.

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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