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Available Programs:
Available Programs:
Start your journey towards a new career today by requesting program details.
Get started on your early childhood education career path and learn how to make a positive, lasting impact on young children’s lives. If you’re passionate about working with young children and helping them grow, our Early Childhood Education programs are the right fit for you. Learn how to best support children during their most important early years by helping them build resiliency, develop social-emotional learning, and positively impact their overall growth. Our ECE programs prepare students to become qualified Level 2 ECEs in Nova Scotia through interactive academic training, led by early childhood education experts, and hands-on practice through four guaranteed practicum placements. By the end of our programs, our graduates develop the knowledge, hands-on skills, and experience needed to succeed in this in-demand field.
Start your journey towards a new career today by requesting program details.
Guaranteed scholarships for all students!
PRs (who received their PRs within 2 years of the program start date) automatically receive the $1,500 Newcomer to Canada scholarship.
Apply for a bursary* of up to $2,500! The Government of Nova Scotia is offering funding for domestic students* that are enrolled in full-time studies at approved Nova Scotia post-secondary institutions! Terms and conditions and eligibility criteria apply – get in touch with our admissions team, and we will walk you through the details and process!
*This bursary is only applicable to domestic students who are residents of Nova Scotia.
OICC ECE program students are eligible to receive tuition and living expenses support from Nova Scotia Student Assistance (if the candidate fulfils the assistance criteria). ECE program students may also be eligible for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness if working in an eligible community and meet the eligibility criteria.
Our commitment to you
We are proud of the quality of our Early Childhood Education programs and are confident you will develop the skills, knowledge, and experience required to successfully enter into the workforce upon graduation.
If you are unable to secure a job offer within 6 months, your tuition will be refunded as long as all terms and conditions of the guarantee have been met. For more details, eligibility criteria, and terms and conditions, please speak to our admissions team.
Get started on your early childhood education career path and learn how to make a positive, lasting impact on young children's lives. Whether you're fresh out of high school or looking to make a career move, our Hybrid Early Childhood Education (HECE) Diploma program with 100% online training gets you into the workforce quickly while providing you with the valuable knowledge, hands-on skills, and experience employers are looking for. Benefit from flexible, self-paced online learning supported by engaging lectures and practical experience opportunities that help you build real-world skills.
This program is only available to domestic students who are residents of Nova Scotia.
Duration
55 weeks
Location
Anywhere in Nova Scotia
Credential
Level 2 ECE Classification
Teaching Method
Online
Schedule
Self-paced & evenings
During the Hybrid Early Childhood Education (HECE) program with 100% online training, students complete self-paced online modules supported by structured learning, interactive content, and assessments designed to build strong foundational knowledge and practical understanding of early childhood education.
Hybrid Early Childhood Education (HECE) program with 100% online training is designed for flexibility, allowing students to balance their studies with other commitments while progressing through structured online coursework.
Program Structure:
Key Features:
All course materials and resources are accessible via the Learning Management System (LMS).
Practicum 1 (60 hours):
Observation, interacting with children, and getting comfortable.
Practicum 2 (135 hours):
Observation, begin implementing activities and getting comfortable with play-based curriculum.
Practicum 3 (140 hours):
Working directly with ECEs and children, doing all tasks of the classroom.
Practicum 4 (200 hours):
Become a fully-integrated team member in the childcare classroom and demonstrate skills and abilities that align with the expectations of a qualified ECE.
For the ECE in-person program (50 weeks), practicum placement 4 is eligible for paid workplace practicum. For the ECE Hybrid program (55 weeks), all practicum placements are eligible for paid workplace practicum!
During our ECE programs, you not only earn your mandatory certifications that are required for all Early Childhood Educators to work in childcare settings, but you also have the unique opportunity to earn additional certifications that are only available through OICC that help you be better prepared to work with young children. These additional certifications not only enhance your resume to help you stand out amongst other applicants, but they increase your employability opportunities.
Standard certifications
Bonus certifications
Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) provide care for infants to school-aged children and lead children in activities that stimulate and develop their intellectual, physical, and emotional growth. ECEs work in childcare centres, daycare centres, pre-primary programs, kindergarten classrooms, and other settings.
The Government of Canada Labour Market Information reports that the employment outlook will be very good for Early Childhood Educators (NOV 42202) in Nova Scotia for the 2025 – 2027 period. Overall, ECEs are in high demand in Nova Scotia and across Canada, and job opportunities continue to remain strong for certified staff in licensed childcare, offering 30% wage increases under a new compensation framework.
Our Early Childhood Education Diploma programs are designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in the growing childcare and early learning sector. Through a combination of academic training and hands-on practical experience, you'll develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a variety of professional settings.
Once you graduate from one of our Early Childhood Education programs, popular career options include:
Plus, if you’re a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you’ll also have the option to open your own regulated home daycare!
When you enroll in one of our Early Childhood Education programs, Career Academy Canada provides the training, support, and practical experience you need to successfully enter the early childhood education field.
Find out what your personality is like and discover your traits, worries & concerns about taking the next step to study at school towards a new and rewarding career. This quick and easy assessment will provide you with some insight into what to focus on and what you might need to watch out for to best prepare you for your new career and school goals!
At OICC | Oxford International Career Colleges, we care about affordable education and our students' success. Save on tuition with a wide variety of unique scholarships and get rewarded for your hard work and academic performance. Eligibility criteria apply.
Our Newcomer to Canada scholarship automatically grants all newcomers a $1,500 scholarship to be applied to their OICC program tuition fee. Terms and conditions and eligibility criteria apply.
The Student Merit award grants one student per graduating class a $1,000 grand prize for overall best academic performance. Terms and conditions and eligibility criteria apply.
Quickly improve your English skills and achieve the required English levels for your OICC program. Get free English lessons for the first 8 weeks of study and discounted pricing on any additional weeks required. Terms and conditions and eligibility criteria apply.
Changing your career path is a big but exciting move to make and at OICC, we're here to help you every step of the way. The Next Career Scholarship awards eligible students a $1,000 scholarship to be applied to tuition fees. Terms and conditions and eligibility criteria apply.
When you apply for Nova Scotia Student Assistance for Full-Time Studies, you are applying for both Loans and Grants, from both the Government of Nova Scotia and the Government of Canada.
Loans and Grants from the Canada Student Financial Assistance Program
The federal government provides Student Assistance in the form of loans and grants to help part-time students from Nova Scotia access post-secondary education. This program has recently been enhanced to make studying while working more accessible than ever.
OICC students may also be eligible for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness to borrowers who work in eligible occupations in eligible communities. Loan forgiveness applies to the outstanding part of your federal loan only.
Our Financial Aid Expert will provide you with best options to make education investment in yourself, both realistic and affordable. Let us help you find option that suits you best
Start your stress-free and affordable career training with our tuition payment plans! At OICC, we aim to make your career training affordable and accessible. All students have the option to sign up for one of our flexible payment plans to get started on their career journey more easily.
At OICC | Oxford International Career Colleges, we care about our students’ success. Not just through the programs and career support we offer, but through how we teach out students and the experiences we deliver.
Simply fill out an enquiry form so our team can get in contact with you ASAP. We’ll answer any questions you have, identify which scholarships and funding opportunities you’re eligible for, and guide you through the simple application process.
The first step in your journey is to fill out our online enquiry form. This is just like introducing yourself – telling us who you are and what you’re interested in studying. You’ll need to provide some basic information, like your name and contact details, and a member of our admissions team will get in contact ASAP to help answer your questions! Please follow this link to begin the process.
Yes! Our students are eligible for a variety of financial aid and funding options, including grants, loans, private student loans, and financial assistance. When you fill out an enquiry form, our admissions team will walk you through the various options.
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