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At the Toronto Academy of Education, we are dedicated to shaping the future of early childhood education by training compassionate and skilled Early Childhood Assistants (ECAs). The new National Association of Career Colleges (NACC)’s ECA Diploma program is widely recognized in the industry and is approved by Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) under Ontario Career College Act, 2005. It is designed to provide early childhood educators with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience needed to support and contribute to the development and well-being of young children.
Graduates from the new NACC ECA program are eligible to get the opportunity for further career growth and academic advancement with the option of applying directly for Second year of Canadore College Early Childhood Education (ECE) Diploma Program under Exclusive Partnership of NACC and Canadore College through Academic Articulation Agreement subject to meeting Canadore’s other admission criteria and acceptance.
The Toronto Academy of Education is a proud member of the National Association of Career College (NACC) and Career Colleges of Ontario (CCO). Our new ECA Diploma program is accelerated and intensive 9-month program which encompasses two block placements of 125 hours and 200 hours each. It is available in-person, online and hybrid formats providing comprehensive training in the field of early childhood education.
ECAs play a crucial role in supporting the early development of young children. This program equips students with the essential knowledge, foundational skills and abilities needed for a rewarding and fulfilling career in early childhood education, addressing the increasing demand for ECAs and ECEs in Ontario.
The ECA Diploma program prepares graduates to work under the guidance of a qualified early childhood educator (ECE) with infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-aged children and their families in a variety of early learning settings including childcare centres, community child and family support centres, home-based childcare, Full Day Early Learning Kindergarten programs, and school readiness and early intervention programs. Graduates of the ECA program base their work with children and families on relevant pedagogy, theories and evidence-based practices, making informed choices based on their professional knowledge.
Graduates of the ECA program will have numerous rewarding career opportunities, including roles such as:
Ontario places a strong emphasis on early childhood education, leading to a growing demand for qualified Early Childhood Assistants. According to Ontario’s Labour Market Information, job opportunities for ECAs are promising, ensuring job security, competitive wages and career stability. The recent updates to Ontario’s Immigrant Nominee Program present a significant opportunity for aspiring Early Childhood Assistants.
(with in 45 days of commencement of study)
Take the first step towards a rewarding career in early childhood education. Join the Early Childhood Assistant program at the Toronto Academy of Education and make a positive impact on the lives of young children.
For more information or to apply, please contact us at
info@torontoacademy.ca
or
call 905-565-1091
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