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Diploma of Early Childhood Education
- Peterborough, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Two-year diploma preparing students to work with young children, Families and communities.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (666667 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate concepts and methods in Early Childhood Education to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Four semesters of child development
- Observation and documentation. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Early Childhood Educator
- Special Needs Educator
- Infant Toddler Educator (certification routes)
Curriculum
- Four semesters of child development
- Observation and documentation
- Guiding and caring
- Health and nutrition
- Infant-toddler care
- Working with families
- Inclusive practice and administration
- Each paired with a practicum (Practicum I to IV). A pass in all practicums and 70% in each course are required.
Entry requirements
Academic
- OSSD including Grade 12 C English. Certified secondary school transcripts translated into English
- English proficiency proof (IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 105
- PTE Academic 46 or Cambridge 169
- Or another route on Fleming's language requirements page).
Accepted academic background
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent secondary school graduation, Scanned certified or notarised transcripts translated into English, Programme-specific prerequisites on each programme page (for example Business needs Grade 12 C English and Grade 11 C Math, Or equivalent).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 105
- PTE Academic 46
- Cambridge 169
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results.
How to apply
- Check the programme's entry requirements
- Start dates and the minimum two-semester length. Apply through the International Application or a Fleming-approved agent and pay the 100 CAD application fee. Upload certified secondary school transcripts translated into English and English proficiency proof. Receive the offer (target 5-10 business days)
- Accept it in the portal and pay the full first-semester fees. Download the Letter of Acceptance and Provincial Attestation Letter if approved
- Then apply for the study permit and visa or eTA. About 7 weeks before term
- Follow the arrival emails on housing and airport pickup.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,698 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Sutherland Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Health and Community Services |
| Department | Department of Early Childhood Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 666667 years |
| Scholarship note | entry scholarships for international students (https://flemingcollege. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Oct 2027
335 days leftProgram starts
May 2028
Apply by
15 Feb 2028
458 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $16,698 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $18,240 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 105, PTE Academic 46, Cambridge 169.

