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Diploma of Early Childhood Education Fast-Track
- Toronto, Canada
- 0.83 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Full-time diploma programme in Early Childhood Education (Fast-Track) at George Brown Polytechnic, George Brown Polytechnic at Toronto Metropolitan University Campus.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (83 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Early Childhood Education Fast-Track. Apply concepts related to courses include health in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.
Career outcomes
- child care and early year programs
- Full-day and integrated kindergarten
- Family resource programs
- Special education settings
- Therapeutic nursery programs
Curriculum
- 10 months full-time diploma programme (duration on the page: 10 months plus completion of a two-week orientation course). Courses include Health
- Safety and Nutrition
- Professional Development Workshop 2
- Field Practice III
- Policy
- Advocacy and Legislation
- Working with Families
- Curriculum Theory
- Integrated Seminar IV and Field Practice IV. The programme includes a work-integrated learning
- Co-op
- Placement or internship component.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Senior secondary school graduation or equivalent (Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent on programme pages)
- Grade 12 English (C or U) and
- For most programmes
- Grade 11 or 12 Math
- Some programmes add subject prerequisites
- An audition
- Interview or portfolio. English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
- Duolingo 110
- PTE Academic 54 or equivalent
- Unless exempt.
- No minimum grade published
- Programme-specific prerequisite courses (selection-based programmes need portfolio
- Audition or interview).
Accepted academic background
Senior secondary school graduation or equivalent (requirements vary by country and credential on the admissions page), Programme prerequisites such as Grade 12 English (C/U) and Grade 11 or 12 Math.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band)
- Duolingo 110 (min production 90)
- PTE Academic 54 (min 50 each band)
- Cambridge 169 (no skill below 162)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
- Portfolio (If Applicable)
- Audition Materials (If Applicable).
How to apply
- Review the current entry requirements and availability for Diploma of Early Childhood Education (Fast-Track) at George Brown Polytechnic. Apply through the George Brown international applicant system for an available program intake. Submit academic transcripts and English proficiency results together with any program-specific supporting material. Pay the application fee according to the current institutional payment instructions. If admitted
- Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $19,220 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $110 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | George Brown Polytechnic at Toronto Metropolitan University Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies |
| Department | Early Childhood |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 25 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 83 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
5 Apr 2027
142 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.83 years.
The next deadline is 5 Apr 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $19,220 CAD per year. The application fee is $110 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band), Duolingo 110 (min production 90), PTE Academic 54 (min 50 each band), Cambridge 169 (no skill below 162).

