Early Childhood Education

Start Your Career in Early Childhood Education in British Columbia

Langara College offers high-quality Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs designed to prepare students for meaningful careers working with young children, families, and communities. Our programs follow the BC Early Learning Framework, ECEBC Code of Ethics, Child Care Licensing Regulations, and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, while incorporating Indigenous perspectives and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action.

Theory and Practicum: Learn by Doing

Gain Real-World Experience with Expert Instructors
Langara’s ECE programs combine classroom-based theory with hands-on practicum placements. Students apply what they learn in real early learning environments under the guidance of experienced faculty and mentors. This balance of learning ensures graduates are confident and job-ready.

Program Options

All programs meet BC’s licensing requirements for ECE certification.

Inclusive and Culturally Responsive Curriculum

Support the Growth and Development of Every Child
Our programs focus on inclusive practice, cultural responsiveness, and respectful care for children from all backgrounds. Students learn how to create welcoming, developmentally appropriate environments that meet the needs of all children, including those with diverse abilities and life experiences.

Career Opportunities in Early Childhood Education

Explore In-Demand Jobs for ECE Graduates
Graduates of Langara’s ECE programs are highly qualified for a wide range of careers in early childhood education across BC, including:

With high demand for trained professionals in BC, Langara ECE graduates enjoy strong job prospects, competitive salaries, and long-term career growth.

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: The applicant must have a minimum of 60% in each core subject and at least 50% in the additional subjects of Grade 12.
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS Academic: 6.5 (6.0), Duolingo English Test: 110, PTE: 56, TOEFL (IBT): Overall: 80 Writing: 20 Reading: 20 Listening: 18 Speaking: 18
Refund Policy

International Student Deposit
Starting Spring 2025, new international students must pay a $6,000 deposit. This deposit is non-refundable unless your initial Canadian study permit is refused by IRCC (refusal letter must be dated on or after your application). To request a refund, complete the International Student Deposit Approval Refund Request form:

Paying on Time
You must register and pay all fees and deposits by the published deadlines. If you miss the Phase I payment deadline, you will be dropped from your classes.

Phase II Registration
Any fees owed for Phase II (Late Registration) are due immediately. Late payments will incur penalties and interest.

Non-Payment Doesn’t Mean Withdrawal
Not paying or not attending doesn’t automatically drop your courses. You remain responsible for all fees until you officially withdraw.

Access & Collections
All outstanding fees and fines must be cleared before you can use College services. Unpaid accounts go to a collection agency.

Dropping Courses & Refunds
You may get full or partial refunds if you officially drop courses by the posted deadlines.

Appeals
If you have extenuating circumstances, submit an appeal with documentation to the Registrar’s Office.

Late Fees & NSF Cheques
Overdue accounts incur interest (1.8% per month) and a $10/month late fee. NSF (bounced) cheques carry a $25 charge. Future payments must be by cash, money order, or certified cheque.

Holds for Unpaid Balances
If you owe money (tuition, library fines, equipment fees, etc.), you cannot register for new courses or receive transcripts, diplomas, or letters until your account is paid in full.

Summer Semester 2025 (May–August)

Withdrawal Deadlines

  • May 31 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from May–Jun half-semester courses.

  • June 28 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from regular-semester courses.

  • July 19 – Last day to withdraw from Jun–Aug half-semester courses (email registration@langara.ca before 21:00).

Refund Deadlines

  • May 4 – Last day to drop regular and May–Jun half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 100% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

  • May 7 – Last day to drop May–Jun half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

  • [Date as published] – Last day to drop regular-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

Fall Semester 2025 (September–December)

Withdrawal Deadlines

  • September 27 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from Sep–Oct half-semester courses.

  • October 25 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from regular-semester courses.

  • November 15 – Last day to withdraw from Oct–Dec half-semester courses (email registration@langara.ca before 21:00).

Refund Deadlines

  • [Date as published] – Last day to drop regular and Sep–Oct half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 100% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

  • September 4 – Last day to drop Sep–Oct half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

  • [Date as published] – Last day to drop regular-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

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Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $155
  • LOA Deposit: $6,000
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $19,137
  • Total Tuition Fee: $38,274
  • Course Duration: 2 Years
  • Credentials: Diploma
  • Intake: September, January
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  • CV/Resume (Dates of education and experience must be mentioned in MM-YYYY format)

Example: Job from MM-YYYY --- to MM-YYYY

  • Valid passport copy
  • Academic documents (Bachelor transcripts and certificate + Senior secondary certificate/WAEC/12th)
  • Medium of instructions letter

    IF ONSHORE STUDENT

  • Stamped copy of visa
  • LOI
  • Study permit
  • Canadian Address:
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