Early Childhood Education - Infant/Toddler at College of the Rockies

The Infant/Toddler Diploma is awarded upon successful completion of an Early Childhood Education certificate or equivalent, and the required courses in the Infant/Toddler specialty program. The Infant/Toddler diploma is available online on a part-time basis, providing the opportunity for you to work while going to school. If you are currently registered with the BC Community Care Facilities Licensing Branch, you will be eligible for a certificate as an Infant/Toddler Educator (ITE) once you have completed the diploma.

Individuals who choose to work as Early Childhood Educators should:

• Be caring and have the desire to make a difference in the lives of children.
• Be comfortable providing fair but firm discipline
• Have strong communication skills with children and parents of various cultural backgrounds.

Why Choose Infant/Toddler Educator as a Career?

• Work in a variety of settings including: child care centres, early learning programs, preschool programs, schools, recreational facilities and more.
• Work BC forecasts an opening of close to 6,300 jobs to replace retiring workers over the next 10 years with an additional 3,000 openings due to economic growth.
• A rewarding career - creating safe and interactive learning environments where children develop social skills, build their self-esteem and learn important life skills.