Description

***Now an ATE Program – Train as a School Daycare Educator with Built-In Work Experience***

Looking for a meaningful career working with children? Our School Daycare Educator program now follows the ATE format (Alternance travail-études) model. This means that you’ll gain real work experience in a school daycare while completing your training. This hands-on approach helps you build confidence and apply what you learn in real-time.

Program Highlights:

This is your opportunity to gain certification and workplace experience at the same time — all in a flexible, supportive environment designed for adult learners.

• 390-hour program with built-in internship (stage) in a school daycare
• 15 hours a week (9 hours of class, 6 hours of internship)
• ATE (internship) model will allow you to complete the program within 9 months.
• Evening classes three times per week: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• Hybrid format: Most classes are online, but some in-person attendance is required (Day 1, exams, and other dates communicated in advance)
• Practical, experience-based learning through workshops, teamwork, and guided instruction
• Focus on child development, safety, activity planning, and creating inclusive, engaging environments for preschool and school-age children

By the end of the program, you will be qualified to work in school daycare settings. While successful completion of the program qualifies you to work in this field, please note that it does not guarantee employment within the Lester B. Pearson School Board (LBPSB).

Schedule & Calendar:

• No classes during Christmas Break (2 weeks), March Break, or the summer break (no classes from the end of June to mid-September)
• A detailed calendar will be provided on your first day

Préalables requis

Prerequisites required

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (prerequisites apply – please contact the Centre for full details)
• Access to a laptop or desktop computer with a camera and reliable Wi-Fi connection
• Chrome web browser recommended
• You will be asked to attend an online information session to learn more about the program and the internship requirements before starting classes.

Info Session:

Attend an info-session to learn more about the program. Please contact the Centre ([email protected]) to find out when the next info-session is being offered.