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| School | Northern Lights College | | |
| Location | Dawson Creek, BC, Canada | | |
| School Type | College | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 1,500
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| Degree | Certificate | | |
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| Length | 39 Week(s) | | |
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| Prerequisites Notes | An extensive list of requirements can be found on the website. | | |
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| Description | This program is designed to include the foundations for professional practice in school-age child care settings. Courses will cover topics such as child development, inclusive practice, working with families, interpersonal communications and emergent curriculum for school-age children. A holistic approach to working with children provides the context for the coursework with added emphasis on recreation, play and social development. Students must complete one 120-hour practicum in a licensed school-age care setting or recreation program. | | |
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*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.