Course description
This course will introduce students to the profession of Early Learning and Care through an examination of the historical roots and current context of early childhood education in Canada. Play and relationships as the cornerstone of curriculum will be explored. Through the lens of the image of the child, educator and family as competent, students will study the elements of meaningful curriculum, and the role of the educator in supporting learning. The value of developing a quality play environment, based on observations, sound developmental awareness and the principles of play, creativity and diversity will be assessed.
Course details
Credit transfer
Have you taken this course or an equivalent course? Contact the Credit Transfer Office.
Registration dates
Not all courses are offered each term.
Fall 2026 registration is open.Winter 2027 registration opens November 2, 2026.
Delivery options
In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration
Online - Asynchronous: 100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery