Early Childhood Education

Prepare for a Fulfilling Career in Early Childhood Development

The Early Childhood Education AEC program at LaSalle College Montréal prepares you to support the growth and development of children from birth to age 12. With a strong focus on hands-on training, child psychology, and inclusive practices, this program equips future educators to create safe, stimulating, and nurturing learning environments.

What You Will Learn

Throughout the program, you will acquire essential knowledge and practical skills in areas such as:

Child Development & Psychology
Understand physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development from infancy to pre-adolescence.
Inclusive Education
Learn strategies to support children with diverse backgrounds and special needs in inclusive environments.
Health, Safety, and Nutrition
Apply key health and safety regulations and promote healthy routines and nutrition for young children.
Behavior Management
Use positive guidance techniques and conflict resolution strategies to support emotional and behavioral growth.
Observation & Assessment
Learn to observe children effectively and use developmental milestones to plan appropriate activities.
Family and Community Engagement
Develop communication skills to partner with families and contribute to community-based early education programs.

Program Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, graduates will be able to:

Design and Deliver Age-Appropriate Learning Activities
Plan and implement engaging educational activities tailored to the developmental stages of young children.
Promote a Safe and Inclusive Environment
Create classrooms that support emotional security, diversity, and equitable access to learning.
Support Holistic Child Development
Foster children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth through evidence-based teaching strategies.
Communicate Effectively with Families and Teams
Establish productive partnerships with families, colleagues, and professionals in the field of early education.
Demonstrate Professional Ethics and Responsibilities
Apply ethical principles, maintain confidentiality, and adhere to provincial childcare regulations.
Evaluate and Reflect on Educational Practices
Use observation, documentation, and reflection to assess learning and improve teaching effectiveness.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Early Childhood Education AEC program are qualified to work in a wide range of early learning environments, including:

Early Childhood Educator (ECE)
Lead classroom activities in daycares, preschools, and early learning centers.
Childcare Assistant
Support lead educators in the delivery of daily programming and care.
Family Childcare Provider
Operate or work in home-based childcare services.
Special Needs Support Worker
Assist children with developmental or learning challenges in inclusive settings.
After-School Program Facilitator
Design and run enriching activities for school-aged children.
Preschool Program Coordinator
Plan curriculum and manage programming in preschool environments.

Program Requirements

Academic Requirement: The applicant must have completed Grade 12 with at least 50% marks in any stream.
ELP Requirement: IELTS: Overall score of 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in one section PTE Academic: Overall score of 50, with at least one section at a minimum of 42 TOEFL iBT: Total score between 74–75 (equivalent to IELTS 6.0)

Refund Policy

After you submit your application and are accepted, the school will give you an Education Services Contract. This contract includes all the important rules about payments, cancellations, and refunds.

✅ Refund – Cancellation Before the Course Starts

If you cancel the course before it begins:

You will get most of your money back.
The school can only keep a small fee — up to 10% of the total course price or what the government allows (whichever is less).

✅ Refund – Cancellation After the Course Has Started

If you cancel the course after it starts:

The school can charge you for:
- The part of the course you already completed (calculated in months, lessons, or credits).
- A small penalty — up to 10% of the course price, minus any admission or registration fee you already paid.

✅ Refund – Wrongful Admission by the School

If the school admits you without following proper rules:

You can cancel the contract and request a full refund.

✅ Refund Processing Timeline

Once you cancel, the school must return any extra money you paid within 10 days.

❌ No Full Refund – Cancellation After Course Has Started

If you cancel after the course begins:

You still have to pay for:
- The portion of the course you completed.
- A penalty fee — up to 10% of the course price, minus the admission fee.

❌ No Refund – Non-Refundable Admission/Registration Fee

The admission or registration fee is non-refundable, unless the school made a mistake in admitting you.

❌ No Refund – Course Mostly Completed

You will not get a refund if the amount of the course you've already completed (in time or lessons) matches or exceeds what you paid.

Key Facts

Application Fee: $50
LOA Deposit: $200
Annual Tuition Fee: $15,247
Total Tuition Fee: $30,494
Course Duration: 2 years
Credentials: AEC
Intake: September

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Copy of passport
All academic transcripts
Student's Birth certificate
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IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo - if applicable
Student Email ID:
Student Contact No:
Student Address:

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LOI
Study permit
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