Additional Information
Programs at St. Lawrence College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with online learning activities. Program delivery can be run weekdays, weekends or evenings. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided a St. Lawrence College email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.
Classes may be scheduled any time between 8:30am - 8:30pm.
Professional Association
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education program are required to become members of the College of Early Childhood Education in order to take on the title of Early Childhood Educator. All faculty are members of the College. Our program adopts and adheres to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as professionals in the field of Early Childhood Education.
Field Placement
The development of practical competence occurs through a series of field placements. Such extensive training allows students to build relationships with children and their families which are an essential part of the Early Childhood Education profession.
Early Childhood Education Qualifications Upgrade Program
For information on external grant opportunities funded by the Ministry of Education, for individuals currently working in the child care sector, please visit www.ecegrants.on.ca
Advanced Standing
Applicants with post-secondary credits may be eligible for direct entry to an upper level of the program (semester or year) depending on transfer credits. Select the applicable level when applying at ontariocolleges.ca and ensure that we receive your official post-secondary transcript for consideration. If you are unsure what level to apply for, please contact the program coordinator.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
Students with life experiences may receive credit through the prior learning assessment and recognition (PLAR) process.
Transfer Credits
Students who have credits from another SLC program or another college or University that they would like to transfer should contact the Credit Transfer Advisor at transfers@sl.on.ca for more information.