Algonquin College

What you'll study

Course delivery includes in-class, lab, online or hybrid formats. Early terms introduce foundational topics in child development, the history and policy context of early learning, ethics and legislation, communication and social psychology. Sample Level 1 courses listed on the program page include:

• Human Development I (EDU4110)
• Historical Overview of Early Learning and Family Services (EDU4113)
• Ethics and Legislation in Early Learning (EDU4122)
• Communications and Academic Writing (ENL1100)
• Social Psychology (PSY4111)

The curriculum also includes mentorship courses and three varied field placements across community and school settings so students can apply theoretical learning in real-world contexts.

Entry requirements

The program page lists availability and admissions information but does not provide a full set of entry requirements in the extracted text. Prospective applicants should consult Algonquin College’s admissions pages for specific prerequisites, application deadlines and documentation needed for full‑time honours degree admission.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for employment across education and community development sectors. Typical workplaces identified include:

• community health agencies
• kindergartens
• research and advocacy organisations
• early learning programs and child and family centres
• municipal and provincial government
• non‑governmental agencies serving families, children and communities

The program page also warns that early childhood education is physically demanding; students must be able to lift children and materials (up to 70 pounds), move quickly within indoor and outdoor settings, and continuously observe children to ensure safety and assess development—abilities required for successful field placements and graduation.

Scholarships & funding angle

The source text does not list program-specific scholarships. As with most honours degree programs, applicants should investigate Algonquin College’s general scholarships, bursaries and external funding sources, and confirm eligibility and application procedures on the college’s financial aid pages.