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Earn Your NACC Early Childhood Assistant Diploma

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CCHAP’s NACC Early Childhood Assistant 2021 program prepares students to support early childhood educators in licensed childcare and early learning settings. Through classroom learning and supervised practicum, students develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to care for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children in a safe, inclusive environment.

EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSISTANT

About the Program

The NACC Early Childhood Assistant program is a 1,000-hour vocational diploma approved under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005. The curriculum covers child development, health and safety, communication, observation and guidance, play-based learning, inclusive practice, and professional ethics, along with a substantial practicum component in licensed childcare settings.

Students learn to support early childhood educators with daily routines, classroom preparation, documentation, and family communication while modelling positive behaviour and promoting children’s well-being. Training emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, time management, and adherence to fire, safety, and health regulations.

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Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions as Early Childhood Assistants in child care centres, preschools, before-and-after school programs, and other early learning environments. Employers value ECAs who are friendly, enthusiastic, dependable, patient, respectful, and able to work effectively with children, families, and colleagues.

Typical responsibilities include helping implement daily activities, supervising children indoors and outdoors, supporting snacks and meals, assisting with toileting and hygiene, maintaining a safe environment, and contributing to documentation and communication with families under the guidance of Early Childhood Educators.

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Eligibility

Who can take the Course

This program is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children, are caring and patient, and want to start a career in early childhood education. Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and a commitment to children’s safety and well-being are essential.

Applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements in Section 19 of O. Reg. 415/06:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or

Be 18 years of age or older on or before the program start date and achieve a passing score on an approved qualifying test (for example, Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam, minimum score 18).


If English is not the first language, proof of English language proficiency is required (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL iBT, CAEL, CELPIP, CLB tests, Duolingo, Pearson PTE Academic, NACC Written Entrance Exam, or evidence of prior post-secondary study in English). Additional requirements include a clear Vulnerable Sector Disclaimer and a Medical Disclaimer.

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Our Strength

Why Choose CCHAP

Specialized Institute for Healthcare Professionals

Highly professional certified instructor

Experienced faculty with vast Healthcare knowledge to help students throughout the course

The course involves in-class teaching and hands-on training including phlebotomy.

Convenient class schedule

Emphasis on one-to-one support

The graduates of our program receive support in job search and preparing CVs and applications

Ongoing career coaching and guidance from experts in the field

Mentorship that will help to build valuable personal and professional networks

Recommendation letters - for best students

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Credential and Location

Course Details

Duration

Program length: 1,000 hours of instruction, including classroom and practicum components.

In-class and practicum instruction are scheduled to meet NACC and ministry requirements.

Credential & Registration Status

Diploma – NACC Early Childhood Assistant 2021

Approved as a vocational program under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.

Campus

5481 Dundas St. West, Toronto, ON M9B 1B5. Click here to view map .

Tuition fee

For fees, please email info@cchap.ca or call 416-233-7869. Funding and grants are available for eligible students. For domestic students, different funding and fees discounts are available.

What’s Covered

Course Outline

The NACC Early Childhood Assistant program includes theory, practical learning, and practicum experience across key subject areas such as:

Child development and learning

Health, safety, and nutrition in early childhood settings

Guiding children’s behaviour and supporting social-emotional development

Inclusive practice, diversity, and working with families and community resources

Observation, documentation, and planning play-based experiences

Professionalism, ethics, and communication in early learning environments

Practicum I and II in licensed child care and early learning programs (including work with infants/toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children)

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