program and requirements for practicum placements. — Students may apply for a license to practice as an ECE Assistant after successful completion of 1st semester (ECCE 186) — The Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate program is the prerequisite for post-basic training programs — All students must earn an approved First-Aid certificate prior to receiving their Early Childhood Care and Education certificate — Inaddition to usual expenses for fees and books, students have added expenses for regular travel to area early childhood centres. Individuals enrolling in the program are advised that access to a reliable vehicle is necessary as travel to centres is the responsibility of the student Important Dates WINTER 2016 — January 4—Winter semester instruction begins SPRING PRACTICUM 2016 — TBA FALL 2016 — September 6 — Get Connected (Campus Orientation Day) — September 7 — Fall semester instruction begins — December 9 — Fall semester instruction ends — December 12-21 — Fall semester exams (consult your program for details) WINTER 2017 — January 9 — Winter semester instruction begins — April 14—Winter semester instruction ends — April 18-26 —Winter semester exams (consult your program for details) SPRING PRACTICUM 2017 — TBA Careers Graduates of both our Early Childhood Care & Education certificate and diploma programs quickly find employment in — Childcare Centres Early Learning and Literacy Programs Family Centres — Nursery Schools Preschool Recreation selkirk.ca/programs EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE & EDUCATION (ECCE) — School-age Programs Infant/Toddler Centres — Child Resource and Referral Agencies Supported Child Development Centres — Private kindergartens Day Care Centres Application Information Download the Early Childhood Care and Education Application Package at http://selkirk.ca/program/ ecce/application-information BEFORE YOU START — Please make sure you meet all admission requirements, including the general admission requirements for the college and the specific admission requirements for your chosen program (these are listed in each program area) — International Students (students who are applying to Selkirk College from locations outside of Canada) should follow the application steps required by Selkirk International. Program Courses ECCE 168 —- CLINICAL PRACTICUM I This course provides students with practical experience in observing and recording children’s individual abilities and interests over time. The course is designed to integrate theories and practices in the ECCE field. Students observe and participate in child care programs in the region. Reflective practice and professional conduct are developed. ECCE 169 — CLINICAL PRACTICUM II This course provides students with practical experience in observing and recording children’s individual abilities and interests over time. The course is designed to integrate theories and practices in the ECCE field. Students observe and participate in child care programs in the region. Reflective practice and professional conduct are developed. Pre-requisites: All fall semester courses. ECCE 178 - FOUNDATIONS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE | This course provides an overview to the role of the professional in early childhood care and education. Learners are supported in examining personal values, beliefs and assumptions about young children, families and services for children and families. selkirk.ca/ecce ECCE 179 - FOUNDATIONS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE II This course provides an overview of the field of early childhood education from a philosophical perspective. An ecological approach is used to explore issues such as diversity, personal and professional ethics, legal requirements and other factors relevant to children, families and child care environments. Students examine anti-bias principles and approaches to working with young children. By exploring their own adult role in play environments, learners will integrate thinking regarding philosophies of least restrictive environments and inclusionary practices. ECCE 186 - CHILD HEALTH AND SAFETY The focus of this course is on personal wellness and the planning, establishment and maintenance of a safe and healthy environment in programs for children from birth to school age. Topics include: food preparation and handling; planning nutritious snacks and meals; diapering and toileting; accident prevention and hazard identification; medication; illness management and assessment; modeling healthy practices and utilizing community health resources. ECCE 188 - RESPONSIVE CHILD- CENTERED ENVIRONMENTS This course provides opportunities to learn about warm, caring, responsive relationships and emotionally safe child-centered environments. Students explore the areas of art, music, movement and drama within the conceptual frameworks of developmentally appropriate practice, the competent child, diversity, child-centered environments, sensory motor exploration, emergent curriculum and creativity. ECCE 189 —- RESPONSIVE CHILD- CENTERED ENVIRONMENTS Il This course builds on the concepts and theories of ECCE 188 with an emphasis on play theory, social relationships and skills, and creative and cognitive processes in children ages three to six years. Learners examine the interface of adults and children in a child-centered environment. Students learn ways of supporting and extending the interests, understandings and problem-solving abilities of young children. ECCE 193 - CHILD-CENTERED PARTNERSHIPS | In this course, learners reflect upon values, beliefs and attitudes towards building warm relationships with children. Understanding of self within the guiding relationship is developed. With the use of problem solving techniques, students learn the skills of guiding and caring for children and creating Selkirk College Academic Calendar 2016-17 65