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Students examine historical, political, professional, and social issues affecting early childhood administration practice in current Early Learning programs. Students review professional responsibilities and practices of ECE supervisors and administrators and analyze them within recognized best management practices. Students review strategies characterizing advocacy roles and responsibilities for...

Finance & Accountability in ECE will help students acquire fundamental financial management skills specific to Ontario's child care centers as they master budgeting, financial analysis, fundraising, and revenue generation strategies to ensure financial sustainability. Understanding the importance of transparency and accountability, students will learn to make informed financial decisions and...

Governance and Human Resources in ECE will explore the essential skills required for effective human resources management and governance in Ontario's child care centers. Students will learn to recruit, lead, and develop a team of early childhood education professionals while understanding the roles and responsibilities of governing boards. By the end of this course, students will be well-prepared...

Policy and Legislation in ECE will explore Ontario's legislature governing child care centers. Students will learn how to apply these regulations to ensure compliance, quality, and ethical standards in their daily and long-term operations. Through case studies and practical insights, students will gain the expertise needed to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and advocate for necessary...

Supervision & Administration will explore the essential skills required for effective supervision and administration in Ontario's child care centers. Students will learn how to manage the day-to-day operations, foster a safe and nurturing environment, and lead teams effectively. By the end of this course, students will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to excel in an administrative role of...

Starting and Managing a Home-Based Child Care in Ontario? This course equips aspiring home-based child care providers with the essential knowledge and skills to launch and manage a home child care business in Ontario. Participants will explore the fundamentals of operating a sole proprietorship in the province, with attention to the various pathways available for offering child care from home...

Economics I is an introductory microeconomics course which covers a broad curriculum of microeconomic principles. Students will study the foundations of economic choice, market pricing, consumer behaviour, business decision making, market structure and policy development in a small open economy like Canada.

This is an introductory macroeconomics course. Students will study measures of macroeconomic activity, growth in the economy and the government's role in stabilizing the economy.

Within this course students are provided practical insight on key adult learning theories. Students examine the characteristics of adult learners that affect learning, explore the emotional, cognitive, social and physical aspects of learning, study a variety of learning cycles, and identify their own preferred learning style. Finally, this course introduces strategies and models of facilitation to...

There are many effective ways for adult learners to experience course content and gain new found subject knowledge. In today's complex learning environment, the most successful instructors demonstrate instructional strategies that both respect and challenge adult learners. Through lectures, discussion (synchronous and asynchronous) and various assignments, participants will explore a wide variety...