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Advanced Diploma In Leadership In Early Childhood Care & Education

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This program is designed for professionals working in the early childhood care and education sector. The program has been approved by the Manitoba Government’s Child Care Education Program Approval Committee (CCEPAC) as a route towards achievement of ECE III classification when combined with a current ECE II. It is a unique combination of courses from the Professional Studies Program Area and the Developmental Studies Degree Program.

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Tuition & Fees

$5,250

Costs may vary depending on mode of course delivery and are tentative.

Please budget approximately $800 for textbook costs. Textbook costs may vary depending on new, rental, used, or electronic purchasing choices. Textbooks are a requirement. Please budget approximately $400 for UW Annual and Term Fees

For more information regarding tuition & fees and payment options, click here.

Objectives & Outcomes

Objectives

To provide leadership training for professionals within the early childhood sector
To provide an ECE II with the opportunity to become an ECE III

Outcomes

Understanding of major Canadian and Manitoban social policies as they relate to children and families
Ability to analyze trends in the childcare sector
Familiarity with major principles of business management and their interrelationships
Understanding of key concepts of organizational behaviour and the behaviour of individuals and groups in organizations
Effective oral and written communication, both interpersonal and team related
Effective problem-solving techniques

Admission Requirements

This program requires a dual application process. For admission to this program students must complete the UWPACE and degree-credit studies Application for Admission forms and submit originals of all required documentation.

Academic Requirements

Be a high school graduate or hold a Mature Status Diploma.
- MUST provide High School Transcript or recognized equivalent GED or Mature Grade 12 Diploma.

Be 18 years of age or older and have completed 90 hours of coursework or more at a recognized post-secondary institution (including UWPACE) with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- MUST provide an official transcript for all previous post-secondary study (including university, CEGEP, or private college).

Additional Requirements

Advanced Diploma in Leadership in Early Childhood Care & Education
- ECE II- Early Childhood Educator Level II must be provided with application.

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose previous education was completed outside of Canada and where English may or may not have been the medium of instruction, must submit proof of meeting one of the accepted English language proficiency measures. Download the UWPACE English Language Requirements (PDF) for additional English proficiency tests and programs and waiver options for the English language requirement.

Courses & Descriptions

Required Courses

The program consists of two components: the Core Courses and Elective Courses. Students may take the courses in any order as long as they have the required prerequisites. Students have up to five years to complete the 360 hours of study. Students may condense their studies by taking more than one course per term.

Please note the following courses are degree-credit courses offered at The University of Winnipeg main campus. Students are encouraged to take them in the latter part of the program.

The Child, Family, and Social Policy
Topics in Leadership in ECE
Advanced Internship in Child Care Administration"

Effective Oral Communication

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Effective Written Communication

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Principles of Human Resource Management

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Financial Fundamentals

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Topics in Leadership in ECE

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Advanced Internship

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The Child, Family and Social Policy

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Elective Courses

Completion of three courses (108 hours)

*Please note that the Writing at University seminar is a requirement for students who do not have an undergraduate degree.

Electives Required

Leadership Development

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Managing Conflict

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Essential Skills for Managers

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Business Fundamentals

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Labour-Management Relations

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Organizational Behaviour

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Seminars for Success for Part-time Students

The following seminars are offered to Part-time students to set you up for success in your studies

The seminars are not required, but may be useful to brush up on your academic skills.

Writing at University (FREE!)

Are you looking to sharpen your writing skills? This half-day seminar is exactly what you need to master the art of academic writing.

From understanding assignment guidelines and outlining assignments to finding information and citing it correctly, this short course gives you the tools you need to master writing in an academic environment

For more information, please visit our Writing at University page.

Learning Techniques ($50)

Set yourself up for success with the Learning Techniques Seminar (DPS 15179) and learn how to learn! In this 3 hour online seminar, you gain the tools you need to be successful with their current studies and with lifelong learning.

Students gain an understanding of their own learning style and of how the learning process works. In addition, students learn to apply practical strategies for goal setting, managing their time, reading texts, enhancing memory, taking notes, writing essays and studying for exams.

PACE highly recommends that you complete the Learning Techniques Seminar to help enhance your education at PACE if you:

Do not have post-secondary education
Have been out of school for a number of years
Are new to Canada and/or Canadian post-secondary education

For more information, please visit our Learning Techniques page.

Recruiters' Secrets to Writing Resumes ($105)

In this one-day session, we focus on integrating personality and communication style, personal motivators, key skills, and experience into a skills-based resume that grabs the attention of recruiters and lands you an interview for your next dream job.

This workshop is designed for professionals seeking to advance their career through promotion or changing industry sectors. Using a combination of marketing and communication strategies you’ll create a powerful resume that will get noticed the next time you apply for a job.

For more information, please visit our Recruiters' Secrets to Writing Resumes

Career Opportunities

Childcare Director

Early Education Director

Childcare Trainer

Early Education Supervisor

Articulation For Credit

Graduates of the Advanced Diploma in Leadership in Early Childhood Care and Education Program may be eligible for equivalent course credits towards an undergraduate degree at The University of Winnipeg.

Additional Comments

Funding Opportunity for Students

The Regulated Annual Training Grant ($350) is available through the Province of Manitoba.

The student must meet the following criteria in order to qualify for the Regulated Annual Training Grant:

1. Employed at a licensed non-profit child care centre

2. Classified as an ECE ll and eligible to receive an ECE lll upon completion of the ADLECCE Program

* Childcare Centre Directors must apply for this grant on behalf of the employee.

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Introduction to University

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This course will provide useful, practical strategies for reading texts, taking notes, getting the most out of lectures, studying for exams and writing term papers. You will gain an understanding of the key elements involved in effective listening, various learning styles, memory enhancement, and time management. This course will also help you understand your individual learning preferences and style.

This course is offered every term, please review the timetable for the next offering.

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Tuition & Fees

$375

This course is paid for at the time of registration.

Please budget approximately $120 for the required textbook costs. Textbook cost may vary depending on new, rental, used, or electronic purchasing choices.

For more information regarding tuition & fees and payment options, click here.

Who Attends

Prospective and newly-admitted students wishing to prepare for university studies
Current students who wish to develop and improve their study skills
Anyone interested in becoming a more efficient learner

Objectives & Outcomes

Objectives

This course is intended to serve as a preparatory course for individuals seeking to pursue university studies

Outcomes

Through this course, students will become familiar with the nature and demands of university study and will acquire personal strategies and attitudes that will enhance their ability to function effectively in a university environment

Admission Requirements

Be a high school graduate or hold a Mature Status Diploma.
- MUST provide High School Transcript or recognized equivalent GED or Mature Grade 12 Diploma.

Be 18 years of age or older and have completed 90 hours of coursework or more at a recognized post-secondary institution (including UWPACE) with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- MUST provide an official transcript for all previous post-secondary study (including university, CEGEP, or private college).

English Language Requirements

Download the UWPACE English Language Requirements (PDF) for additional English proficiency tests and programs and waiver options for the English language requirement.

Courses & Descriptions

Introduction to University

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Articulation For Credit

The Introduction to University course is eligible for transfer credit toward a University of Winnipeg degree if a minimum grade of C+ is achieved. The course will be transferred as MULT-01.1000.3 Introduction to University with an “S” for standing. This means that while it does count as 3-credit hours towards your degree, it does not contribute to, nor take away from, your grade point average.

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Educational Assistant Diploma (Full-time)

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This innovative program provides valuable training to educational assistants in our school system. The program focuses on the role of the educational assistant within the learning system and provides a practical understanding of exceptional children and how to help them. Since its inception in 1987, the Educational Assistant Diploma has provided the theoretical and practical knowledge students need to become a confident and effective presence in the classroom. Students have the opportunity to share experiences with other educational assistants and gain a broader view of current practices within the school system. Key topics explored include development, resiliency, language, and behaviour.

Full time students in the Educational Assistant Diploma Program who are participating in the 4-week practicum at the end of the program will be required to apply for a Criminal Record Check (with Vulnerable Sector Check) and a Child Abuse Registry Check within the first month of the program. Students will receive additional information and instructions from PACE at the start of the program regarding practicum requirements, and will be advised when and where the documents are to be submitted.

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Tuition & Fees

$6,250* Tuition includes books and required materials.

*Costs are tentative and subject to change

Duration

Six months in duration plus a four-week practicum, Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm.

The Educational Assistant Diploma is offered as a hybrid program (mostly in person, with some online courses).

Students will be expected to be available for courses between 9am and 4pm

Hybrid Program

This program follows a blended learning model, combining in-class sessions, live online instruction, and scheduled online coursework to create a dynamic and adaptable educational experience.

Courses are carefully structured to balance in-person interaction with the convenience of online learning. Live online sessions allow students to engage with instructors and classmates in real-time, while scheduled online coursework provides flexibility in when they complete assignments within set deadlines. The number and format of online courses may vary based on program needs and scheduling.

This multi-modal approach ensures that students stay connected with their peers and instructors while developing essential workplace skills such as digital collaboration, adaptability, accountability, and effective communication. While students must follow the program’s set schedule, this blended format allows them to engage with learning in different ways, whether attending classes on campus, participating in live online discussions, or completing coursework independently.

Objectives & Outcomes

Objectives

A thorough understanding of the school system
Knowledge about current education and school-law issues and how they affect the educational assistant’s role
A practical understanding of exceptional children and how to help them
Knowledge about language development, human development and how students learn

Outcomes

Studying strategies
Ability to incorporate individual learning styles into the classroom
Learning disability remediation
Ability to work with exceptional students
Math, reading and writing remediation
Competence observing and recording student behaviour
Ability to work with violent or aggressive students
Behaviour management techniques

Admission Requirements

Be a high school graduate or hold a Mature Status Diploma.
- MUST provide High School Transcript or recognized equivalent GED or Mature Grade 12 Diploma.

Be 18 years of age or older and have completed 90 hours of coursework or more at a recognized post-secondary institution (including UWPACE) with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- MUST provide an official transcript for all previous post-secondary study (including university, CEGEP, or private college).

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Advanced Diploma In Leadership In Early Childhood Care & Education

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The following seminars are offered to Part-time students to set you up for success in your studies

Writing at University (FREE!)

Learning Techniques ($50)

Recruiters' Secrets to Writing Resumes ($105)

For more information, please visit our Recruiters' Secrets to Writing Resumes

Funding Opportunity for Students

The Regulated Annual Training Grant ($350) is available through the Province of Manitoba.

Introduction to University

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Objectives

Outcomes

English Language Requirements

Educational Assistant Diploma (Full-time)

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