Vocational College Program

Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA)

Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA)

In this program, you will build a strong foundation in early childhood education and develop practical skills to support young learners. Complete the training in 2–4 weeks and qualify for Early Childhood Educator Assistant (ECEA) certification in British Columbia.

Recommended for students who are passionate about working with young children and want to quickly qualify for Early Childhood Educator Assistant (ECEA) certification in British Columbia.

Program Details

  • Program Length: 2 – 4 weeks
  • Offered Location: Vancouver
  • Class time: Monday to Friday @ 4:30 – 9:30 PM
  • Start Dates: 2026 – June 8, September 21 / 2027 – January 11, April 26, August 9, November 22 / 2028 – March 20
  • Credential: Upon the successful completion of the program, graduates will qualify for a BC ECEA certification

Admission Requirement

English Admission Requirement

  • Completion of VanWest EAP 300 course with a final grade of 75%+, or
  • IELTS 6.0+, or
  • TOEFL IBT 79+

Academic Admission Requirement

  • High School Diploma (Grade 12), or
  • General Education Development (GED)
  • Additional documents are required, please contact us for further information.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees
Tuition (Domestic): $2,000
Tuition (International): $2,400
Application Fee (Domestic): $150
Application Fee (International): $250
Student Services Fee: $250

*Textbook costs are not included. Textbooks should be purchased by the individual. For the list of required textbooks, please click HERE.

Course Overview

Start Date End Date Weeks Hours Course Name
Feb 23, 2026 Mar 6, 2026 2 50 EC1200 – Positive Approaches to Guiding Children’s Behaviour
Jun 8, 2026 Jun 19, 2026 2 50 EC1300 – Health, Safety, and Nutrition in ECE
Sep 21, 2026 Oct 16, 2026 4 100 EC1100 – Understanding Child Growth and Development
Jan 11, 2027 Jan 22, 2027 2 50 EC1200 – Positive Approaches to Guiding Children’s Behaviour
Apr 26, 2027 May 7, 2027 2 50 EC1300 – Health, Safety, and Nutrition in ECE
Aug 9, 2027 Sep 3, 2027 4 100 EC1100 – Understanding Child Growth and Development
Nov 22, 2027 Dec 3, 2027 2 50 EC1200 – Positive Approaches to Guiding Children’s Behaviour
Mar 20, 2028 Mar 31, 2028 2 50 EC1300 – Health, Safety, and Nutrition in ECE

Highlights

program Highlights:

  • Build a strong foundation in early childhood education theory
  • Fast-track ECEA certification
  • Careers in daycares, preschools, community centres, or further education

School Support services

  • Personalized course advice & study planning support
  • Support with BC ECEA certification preparation & application
  • Flexible schedules, including evenings & fast-track options
  • Career counselling, job search support, and advice
  • BC Certified Early Childhood Educator AssistantComplete the course in 2–4 weeks & qualify for a BC ECEA certification
  • High-demand IndustryECE is one of the top ten care economy occupations in BC
  • Great Career OpportunitiesCareers in daycares, preschools, community centers, or further education

Program Details

Program Length
2-4 weeks

Offered Location
Vancouver

Start Dates
2026 – June 8, September 21
2027 – January 11, April 26, August 9, November 22


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PTIRU Approval

This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
Vancouver DLI Number: O19283891072

Program Curriculum

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