Early Childhood Education Certificate
Early Childhood Education is a certificate program that provides knowledge and skill development in establishing a safe, secure and stimulating environment for children. You will develop an understanding of children’s varying physical, social, cognitive, creative and emotional development. You will also develop an understanding of the importance of play as a vehicle for learning. The program meets the license requirement ECE II classification of the Child Care Regulations, 2001, Early Learning and Child Care Branch, Ministry of Education.
This program is available in full through distance and/or continuing education. The program is available full-time at SIAST Kelsey Campus in Saskatoon, SIAST Wascana Campus in Regina and SIAST Woodland Campus in Prince Albert. For complete program information, check the program page.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) and transfer credit may be options for receiving credit. For further information see the PLAR candidate guide (pdf) or the transfer credit page.
Child and Adolescent Development (HUMD 100)
Your studies will focus on the period of development from conception to adolescence. You will receive information about the effects of heredity and the environment on the emotional, social, cognitive and physical development of children and adolescents. The course also provides an introduction to the theories of learning and personality and methods of studying human behaviour.
Fee: $355, 45 hours/20 weeks (print), $390, 45 hours/8 weeks (Wascana, Woodland), Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-394 | February 4, 2013 - June 21, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-1065 | March 4, 2013 - July 19, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
You will examine the strategies of developmentally appropriate child guidance. The role of the adult in anticipating and preventing inappropriate behaviour is emphasized. You will practice techniques for intervening with children while encouraging a co-operative attitude, a sense of autonomy, and a positive self-image.
Fee: $385 50 hours/22 weeks
Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-146 | January 14, 2013 - June 14, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-735 | January 28, 2013 - June 28, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-137 | March 4, 2013 - August 2, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-1066 | April 1, 2013 - August 2, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 04-361 | May 6, 2013 - October 4, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-930 | March 21, 2013 - June 27, 2013 Th, 6:30-9:30 pm Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Regina |
Early Childhood Education Certificate Practicum 1 (PRAC 104)
Building on the skills and knowledge that you have developed through your courses, you will be introduced to the role of the early childhood educator in a practical setting. You will use the skills developed in previous courses to observe and record the behaviour of children, to interact with children and adults in a supportive and positive manner, and to guide children’s behaviour using positive guidance strategies.
You must be assessed for practicum readiness by practicum advisor prior to registration.
You must be assessed for practicum readiness by practicum advisor prior to registration.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Early Childhood Education, Child Guidance 1, Observation of Children, and either Child and Adolescent Development (HUMD 100) or (HUMD 181)
Fee: $567 128 hours/4 weeks
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
Delivered between June 2011 to July 2012 on an individual basis Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Regina | |
| CRN: 09-100 | September 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013 Register in Prince Albert or call 1-866-goSIAST | Prince Albert |
| CRN: 09-150 | September 10, 2012 - May 31, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Saskatoon |
Early Childhood Education Certificate Practicum 2 (PRAC 105)
Building on the skills and knowledge that you have developed through your courses, you will demonstrate your ability to interact positively with children and adults. You will use your observation skills to develop developmentally appropriate curriculum. You will implement the curriculum and guide children’s behaviour effectively.
You must be assessed for practicum readiness by practicum advisor prior to registration.
You must be assessed for practicum readiness by practicum advisor prior to registration.
Prerequisites: Early Childhood Education Certificate Practicum 1, completion of all ECE theory courses
Fee: $819 194 hours/6 weeks
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
Delivered between September 1, 2011 and May 4, 2012 on an individual basis Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Regina | |
| CRN: 09-101 | September 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013 Register in Prince Albert or call 1-866-goSIAST | Prince Albert |
Effective Communication Skills (COM 105)
The course provides you with the opportunity to develop professional skills in written and verbal communication. Your studies will focus on presenting a professional image to colleagues, parents, and the public. You will receive instruction and practice in correspondence, public speaking, telephone techniques. You will acquire job search and interview skills.
Fee: $290 (Wascana), $315 (Kelsey), 30 hours/18 weeks, Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-144 | February 4, 2013 - June 7, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Health, Safety and Nutrition (ECE 142)
Your studies will focus on creating environments and practices that contribute to the health, safety and nutritional needs of children. You will study the physical development of children. You will also receive information that will assist you in identifying and addressing health and safety issues including abuse and neglect.
Fee: $345, 40 hours/20 weeks (print), $355 (Wascana), Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
Call 1-866-goSIAST to register | ||
| CRN: 04-85 | April 9, 2013 - June 25, 2013 T, 6:30-9:30 pm Register in Moose Jaw or call 1-866-goSIAST | Moose Jaw |
| CRN: 03-575 | February 4, 2013 - June 21, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-1069 | March 11, 2013 - July 26, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 04-360 | May 6, 2013 - September 20, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-822 | April 9, 2013 - June 25, 2013 Tu, 6:30-9:30 pm Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Regina |
Interpersonal Skills (HUMR 186)
You will be introduced to the importance of interpersonal skills in the human services professions. You will develop effective listening and speaking behaviours that facilitate client interactions.
Out of province students please call (306) 659-4034 (Saskatoon)
Out of province students please call (306) 659-4034 (Saskatoon)
Fee:
$390, 45 hours/8 weeks (Woodland), $355, 45 hours/20 weeks (print), Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-891 | April 22, 2013 - June 13, 2013 M&Th, 6:45-9:45 pm, No class May 20 Register in Prince Albert or call 1-866-goSIAST | Prince Albert |
| CRN: 03-389 | January 28, 2013 - June 14, 2013 Mandatory workshop in Saskatoon: Jun 8, Sa, 9 am-5 pm, SIAST Kelsey Campus, Room 144/146 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-891 | April 22, 2013 - June 13, 2013 M&Th, 6:45-9:45 pm, No class May 20 Register in Prince Albert or call 1-866-goSIAST | Prince Albert |
| CRN: 03-389 | January 28, 2013 - June 14, 2013 Mandatory workshop in Saskatoon: Jun 8, Sa, 9 am-5 pm, SIAST Kelsey Campus, room 144 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Introduction to Early Childhood Education (ECE 100)
You will study the values, roots and the practice of Early Childhood Education from an historical and global perspective. A holistic view of the child (including emotional, social, cognitive, creative and physical development) will be emphasized. The course provides an introduction to a variety of Early Childhood Education models that are seen in Canada and in Saskatchewan. Building on this foundation, you will be introduced to the Project Approach and Emergent/Negotiated Curriculum as a basis of planning curriculum and the various ways they are implemented.
Fee: $355, 45 hours/20 weeks (print), $390 (Wascana), Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-136 | January 28, 2013 - June 14, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-145 | February 4, 2013 - June 21, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 04-86 | April 11, 2013 - June 27, 2013 Th, 6:30-9:30 pm Register in Moose Jaw or call 1-866-goSIAST | Moose Jaw |
Observation of Children (ECE 181)
The course combines theory and practical application to assist you in developing skills in observing and recording the behaviour of children. You will learn how to organize observational information and to use information to understand children’s development.
Fee: $355 40 hours/20 weeks (print)
40 hours/13 weeks (on campus; Woodland only 7 weeks)
Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
40 hours/13 weeks (on campus; Woodland only 7 weeks)
Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-138 | January 28, 2013 - June 14, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-966 | February 11, 2013 - June 28, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-1070 | March 11, 2013 - July 26, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Programming for Cognitive Development (ECE 104)
You will study the cognitive development of children and acquire skills in planning curriculum to meet the cognitive needs of children. You will explore mathematical concepts and scientific concepts such as categorization, sequencing, comparisons based on similarities and differences. You will be introduced to the cognitive processes of young children and learn to plan curriculum that is developmentally appropriate. Your studies will examine how programming for cognitive development is accommodated through the Project Approach.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Early Childhood Education, Child and Adolescent Development, Observation of Children
Fee: $355 (Wascana), $360, 40 hours/20 weeks (print), Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-135 | February 11, 2013 - June 28, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Programming for Creative Arts Development (ECE 102)
The course focuses on the expressive media of visual arts, music and creative movement. You will examine the role of the creative arts in an early childhood education program. You will receive instruction and practice in the arts and in planning curriculum to meet the creative needs of children. Your studies will examine how programming for creative arts is accommodated through the Project Approach.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Early Childhood Education, Child and Adolescent Development, Observation of Children
Fee: $405, 60 hours/24 weeks (print), $450 (Wascana), Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-139 | January 7, 2013 - June 21, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Programming for Language Development (ECE 103)
You will examine the development of language and receive instruction and practice in planning curriculum to meet the language needs of children. You will explore language play, language games, creative, drama, puppetry, poetry, story reading and storytelling. Your studies will help you recognize quality in children’s literature. You will examine the use of the Project Approach in facilitating language and literacy development.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Early Childhood Education, Child and Adolescent Development, Observation of Children
Fee: $355 (Wascana), $360, 40 hours/20 weeks (print), Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-134 | February 11, 2013 - June 28, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Programming for Social and Emotional Development (ECE 105)
The course will examine the development of social and emotional skills in early childhood. You will receive instruction and practice in planning curriculum to meet the social and emotional needs of children. You will explore how children respond to different social and emotional situations and the role of the early childhood educator in facilitating healthy social and emotional development.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Early Childhood Education, Child and Adolescent Development, Observation of Children
Fee: $355 (Wascana), $360, 40 hours/20 weeks (print), Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-140 | February 11, 2013 - June 28, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-821 | April 13, 2013 - June 8, 2013 Sa, 9 am-4:30 pm, This class is offered as facilitated study (combination of in-class and independent study); mandatory workshop dates are Apr 13, May 11, Jun 8; all assignments must be complete by Jun 8. Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Regina |
Role of Play in Early Childhood Education (ECE 106)
You will learn about the role of play in the development of skills and abilities of young children. You will focus on the value of play in early childhood development programming and the role of the early childhood educator in expanding the play opportunities for children.
Fee: $345, 40 hours/20 weeks (print), $355 (Wascana), Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-141 | January 14, 2013 - May 31, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-142 | February 4, 2013 - June 21, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-1071 | March 11, 2013 - July 26, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-2562 | April 8, 2013 - August 23, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Roles and Values of the Early Childhood Educator (ECE 101)
The course focuses on the supporting values of the early childhood educator. You will examine the common values and explore how the values are demonstrated in the role of the early childhood educator. Through classroom and practicum experience, you will demonstrate these values.
Fee: $345, 40 hours/20 weeks (print), $355 (Wascana), Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-143 | February 18, 2013 - July 5, 2013 Register in Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 03-820 | March 18, 2013 - June 24, 2013 M, 6:30-9:30 pm, No class Apr 1, May 20 Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Regina |
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