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Find your path to becoming a Registered Early Childhood Educator

Search ECE training programs across Ontario by region, format, and audience.

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Early years and child care professionals help children learn, grow and thrive while supporting families and strengthening communities across Ontario. Training programs are available across the province, with financial supports that may help cover the cost.

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Verified against current public sources where available (August 2026). N/A – OCAAT ECE Diploma means the Ontario public college diploma route meets the CECE education requirement without a separate approval expiry year. "Verify" marks details requiring confirmation with the provider

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Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology - Bachelor of Early Learning and Community Development (Honours)

OttawaIn-Person / Online components / Field Placement4 Years2028

Starting ECECareer ChangeFunding Available

Indigenous Considerations Program considers children, families and communities; verify specific Indigenous/community placement options by intake.

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology - Early Childhood Education

OttawaIn-Person / Practicum2 YearsN/A – OCAAT ECE Diploma

Starting ECECareer Change

Indigenous Considerations Curriculum includes inclusive practice and Indigenous perspectives within Ontario ECE standards.

Anderson College (North York Campus) - Early Childhood Education Diploma

North YorkOn Campus / Practicum75 Weeks2026

Starting ECECareer ChangeInternational / Outside OntarioFunding Available

Indigenous Considerations Private career college program; no Indigenous-specific cohort identified on current program page.

Anishinabek Educational Institute (AEI) - Binoojiinyag Kinoomaadwin: Early Childhood Education Diploma

Nipissing First NationMunsee-Delaware CommunityIn-Person / Online / Community Delivery2 Years / 4 SemestersN/A – Partner OCAAT Diploma

Starting ECECareer ChangeIndigenous PathwayFunding Available

Indigenous Considerations Indigenous-led delivery emphasizing First Nations culture, language, land-based learning and community needs; historically delivered with St. Clair College. Indigenous ELCC bursary may be available to eligible learners.

Cambrian College of Applied Arts and Technology - Early Childhood Education

SudburyIn-Person / Practicum2 Years / 4 SemestersN/A – OCAAT ECE Diploma

Starting ECECareer Change

Indigenous Considerations Standard Ontario ECE curriculum includes Indigenous peoples’ worldviews among diversity expectations.

Canadore College of Applied Arts and Technology - Early Childhood Education

North BayIn-Person / Practicum2 YearsN/A – OCAAT ECE Diploma

Starting ECECareer Change

Indigenous Considerations Credential partner for several Indigenous Institute ECE deliveries listed separately below.

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