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Early Childhood Education (JEE.0K)

Program subsidized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur du Québec


Our events
Thu Nov 06
Open houses on-site 11/06/25
When: 06 Nov 2025 - 18:30
Sun Jan 25
Open houses on-site 01/25/26
When: 25 Jan 2026 - 10:00
Thu Feb 19
Open houses on-site 02/19/26
When: 19 Feb 2026 - 18:30
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  • Program organisation
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Sessions: 4
  • Mode:
    - On-site
    - Online
  • Teaching language:
    English and French
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  • Next cohort
  • Winter 2026
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  • Training location
  • - Campus Gatineau
  • - Campus Montreal

Programs

About

Are you keen to support and teach the upcoming generation?

The program is designed to enable the individual, upon entering the job market, to fulfill the roles, perform the duties and carry out the tasks related to the educational mission and basic care of children aged 0 to 12.

This program allows a seamless integration into the workforce. We provide essential insights into the job market and the chosen profession. It also encourages the individual's professional growth and development.

Besides, it promotes professional mobility by empowering individuals to manage their careers, especially by offering the option to start their own businesses.

Possibility of financial support from the Government of Quebec for eligible candidates. Certain conditions apply.


Link to Services Québec:
Services en ligne – Aide à l’emploi | Gouvernement du Québec (quebec.ca)

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Holding an ACS in Early Childhood Education opens up a wide range of opportunities for you to explore.
Here are a few examples of workplaces where you can practice your profession:

    • 1 Daycare centers:
        Graduates can work in private daycares, family daycares, childcare centers (CPEs), school-based daycares, corporate daycares or community daycares.
    • 2 Preschool centers:
        ACS graduates in Early Childhood Education can embark on fulfilling careers in preschool centers dedicated to nurturing and educating young children. These centers play a vital role in preparing toddlers for their smooth transition into formal schooling.
    • 3 Elementary school:
        Graduates can explore employment opportunities in community organizations that provide programs and services for young children and families. Such roles may involve working in early childhood support programs, family resource centers, or parent support agencies.
    • 4 Community organizations:
        Graduates can pursue various paths, including working as early childhood education technicians or support staff for preschool students in elementary schools.
    • 5 Hospitals and rehabilitation centers:
        Graduates can find roles in children's hospitals, pediatric clinics, or rehabilitation centers, offering educational and compassionate care to children who are ill or have special needs.
    • 6 Social services:
        Graduates can work in social service agencies that provide early childhood support programs tailored for low-income families, single-parent families, or families facing challenging circumstances.
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Why choose the ACS program in Early Childhood Education?

  • 1 Specialized training:
      • The Computer Science Techniques program focuses on developing essential technical and practical skills for the computer science field. Students gain expertise in programming, software design, database management, computer networks, security, and other high-demand areas sought after by IT employers.
  • 2 Professional recognition:
      • Collège Universel is renowned for its exceptional programs. An ACS program in Early Childhood Education from Collège Universel enhances your credibility and professional recognition, making you more appealing to employers in the early childhood education sector.
  • 3 Practical experience:
      • The ACS program in Early Childhood Education prioritizes hands-on learning with two (2) internships. Our dedicated internship and employment team will support you, ensuring you make the most of these opportunities with employers.
  • 4 Employment opportunities:
      • The early childhood education sector presents abundant job opportunities. An ACS program in Early Childhood Education opens doors in daycare centers, elementary schools, childcare centers, community organizations, and beyond. High demand for trained professionals enhances your job prospects significantly.
  • 5 Positive impact on children's lives:
      • As a key player in their cognitive, social, and emotional development, working with children is a rewarding experience that allows you to make a positive difference, helping them grow, learn, and thrive.
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Personal Assistant : Early Childhood Education Program Nursery assistant Daycare Helper Educational daycare assistant
Kindergarten teacher’s assistant Nursery school assistant Daycare educator assistant Early childhood educator assistant
Infant educator helper Nursery assistant Daycare worker helper Daycare assistant
Early childhood assistant Daycare coordinator Pre-school educator Early childhood educator, kindergarten
Early childhood educator Early childhood preschool educator Daycare educator Nursery educator
Baby gardener Infant gardener Nursery gardener Educational daycare monitor
Early childhood education program assistant Daycare attendant Preschool teacher supervisor Baby gardener supervisor
Toddler gardener supervisor Childcare supervisor Preschool educator supervisor Supervisor, nursery teachers Daycare supervisor
Supervisor, early childhood education programs Daycare supervisor Early childhood education supervisor Daycare technician
Childcare worker - daycare center Daycare services worker Early childhood education worker Daycare worker
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The program is open to students who meet the general admission requirements outlined in the Regulation respecting the College Education Program.

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SESSION I SESSION II SESSION III SESSION IV
GENERAL AND SPECIFIC COURSES
  • Discovering the profession
  • Health and safety in educational childcare services
  • Child observation
  • Compassionate communication in a professional context
  • Pedagogical approaches
  • Supporting the overall development of the child 1
  • Artistic expression
    Democratic intervention in everyday life
  • Healthy lifestyle habits
  • Nutrition for children
  • Literacy and numeracy
  • Writing in French in a childcare setting
  • Supporting children's overall development 2
  • Educational activities with children
  • Educational activities with infants and toddlers
  • Partnership with families
  • Supporting children with special needs
  • Introductory internshipn
  • Internship to integrate into the profession

 

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ACS in Early Childhood Education - Regular( 4 sessions - 2 years)
Admission fees Annual registration fees Tuition fees per session
Quebec Students		 Tuition fees per session
Canadian students not resident in Quebec		 Tuition fees per session
International Students
50 $ 200 $ 1 890 $ 3 670 $ 6 881 $

*Other fees per session:
Incidental fees: $175 / session
General Student Association: $14 / session
Student collective insurance: $50 / session

*These amounts are established for the 2023-24 school year. They are subject to change.
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