Events and Announcements

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ECCE Spring 2012 Registration
ECCE Information Session - Wednesday, February 8th, 7-9 p.m.
ECE Registry Changes to Certification and Renewal Requirements
ECEBC 2012 Conference - May 3, 4 & 5
Thinking of Pursuing a Career as a Kindergarten/Elementary School Teacher?
Online M.Ed. in Early Childhood and Education (ECEO) Program at UBC
Post-Basic Practicum Courses
Recipient of ECEBC's 2011 Gayle Davies Award
Article on ECCE Degree Program Written by ECCE Degree Graduates
News from the Post Baccalaureate and Graduating Degree Students
Student Testimonials
Money Issues
Student Services
ECCE Job Postings
ECCE Students' Club
Exemplary Research
Volunteer Opportunity for ECCE Students Level 200 or Higher

Thinking of Pursuing a Career as a Kindergarten / Elementary School Teacher?

Capilano's Bachelor of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) has been confirmed as an acceptable degree path into the Elementary Education stream in the Faculty of Education at Simon Fraser University.  Look at our ECCE Degree website on how to apply or contact the ECCE Department.  ECCE Degree students planning on applying to the PDP Elementary Education stream at SFU who would like more information on required electives may contact Advising at Capilano University or the Admissions Department at SFU.

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Online M.Ed. in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECEO) Program at UBC

Beginning September 2012, The Institute for Early Childhood Education and Research is offering a two-year, part-time M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education (ECEO) program entirely online.  See website for details.

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ECCE Information Session

Applications are now being accepted for January and September 2012.  Please indicate on your application which intake term you are applying to.

Admission requirements for ECCE programs are currently under review.  Sign up to the next INFORMATION MEETING scheduled for Wednesday, February 8th from 7-9 p.m. at our North Vancouver campus to receive an update on the changes in effect for 2012 admission.

See How to Apply  for information on the ECCE application package requirements and process.

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ECCE Spring 2012 Registration

ECCE Spring 2012 Registration Dates:  November 16-20, 2011

ECCE Course Registration Open to ALL Capilano University Students - Not just ECCE Students:  November 21-24, 2011

Spring 2012 Term Dates
Full Term:  January 9 - April 28, 2012
Add/Drop/Withdrawals:  Can be done through MyCap on the Capilano University website

Add/Drop period:  January 9 - April 20, 2012
Withdrawal period:  January 21 - February 17, 2012

* SEE Web Registration Step by Step Tutorial.

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Post-Basic Practicum Courses

Sign up for Fall 2011 post-basic practicum courses is now closed. Check the Current Students page for updates.     

Updated: June 27, 2011

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Recipient of ECEBC's 2011 Gayle Davies Award

Congratulations to Capilano University's ECCE Diploma student, Brenda Tilk, recipient of ECEBC's 2011 Gayle Davies Award!  Brenda is currently enrolled in Capilano University's ECCE Degree program.

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Article on ECCE Degree Program Written by ECCE Degree Graduates

See the article published in the Fall 2011 North Shore Community Resources - Child Care Resource & Referral Program Newsletter on the ECCE Degree program written by two ECCE Degree graduates, Lucy Angus and Antje Bitterberg.

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News from the Post Baccalaureate and Graduating Degree Students...

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Antje Bitterberg presented with
Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Early Childhood Education,
Certificate of Excellence

Congratulations to alumni Antje Bitterberg (ECCE Degree) and Ellen Muirhead (ECCE) two of the recipients of 2010-2011 Prime Minister's Award for Excellence in Early Childhoold Education, Certificate of Excellence and to current ECCE Degree student, Maria Dula, one of the recipients of 2010-2011 Prime Minister's Award for Excellence in Early Childhood Education, Certificate of Achievement. 
Read about Anjte's work
Read about Ellen's work
Read about Maria's work.

Congratulations to Antje Bitterberg, fourth year ECCE Degree student, who has been accepted into the International Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care Program offered in cooperation with Oslo University (Norway), Dublin Institute of Technology (Ireland), and University of Malta (Malta) and a seat in the Master of Education in ECE at the University of British Columbia.

Congratulations to Jeffrey Chan, fourth year ECCE Degree student, who has been accepted into the Master of Education in Cross-Faculty Inquiry in Education Program at the University of British Columbia.

Congratulations to Kathryn Kenny, a Post Baccalaureate student in ECCE, who has secured a teaching position in School District 44 in a Grade 6/7 classroom.

Congratulations to Rachel (Hye Won) Yu, fourth year ECCE Degree student, who has been offered a seat in the Master of Arts program in Early Childhood Studies at Ryerson University; a seat in the Master of Education in Educational Administration at the University of Toronto and a seat in the Master of Arts in Society, Culture and Politics in Education at the University of British Columbia.

Congratulations to Lucy Angus, fourth year ECCE Degree student and President of CapU ECE Club, who has been accepted into the Master of Education in Language, Culture & Teaching Program at York University.

Updated: October 11, 2011

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Money Issues

All current and future students should be aware that there are scholarships and bursaries available to students.  Here are a few websites that provide tips and information on student loans, bursaries, awards and scholarships.

  • Capilano University
  • CanLearn
  • CampusAccess
  • FinAid
  • eduPASS
  • Service Canada
  • Scholarships Canada
  • Updated: March 3, 2011

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    Student Services

    Capilano University offers various Counselling and Learning Support services for students.  See the handout for a listing of these services.

    Updated: August 30, 2011  

    ECCE Job Postings

    Students: Have you viewed Capilano University's job posting board for ECCE students?  Go to Career Opportunities and select Find an ECCE Job.

    Employers:  Job postings may be listed on Capilano University's job posting board at no charge to you.  Go to Career Opportunities and select Post an ECCE Job.

    Updated: June 30th, 2010

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    ECCE Students' Club

    Information on ECCE Students' Club may be found under Current Students.

    Exemplary Research

    Kathleen Kummen, Capilano University ECCE Instructor, was recognized for exemplary research relevant to early childhood by REACH, a consortium of early childhood researchers at the University of Victoria.  Kathleen presented her work at a research day hosted by REACH and attended by distinguished researchers in the field.  Kathleen is also the recipient of this years Agnes Shahariw Memorial Scholarship for academic merit.

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    Volunteer Opportunity for ECCE Students Level 200 or Higher

    The Children's Centre is offering volunteer positions to ECCE students (level 200 or higher) on Mondays for approximately 2-4 hours. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience with a wonderful group of children and teachers.  See Volunteer Opportunity for details.

    Updated:  October 17, 2011 

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    ECE Registry Changes to Certification and Renewal Requirements

    On December 1, 2011 changes were made to the certification and renewal requirements stated in the Child Care Licensing Regulation.  As a result of these changes, application forms will not be available on the Early Childhood Education Registry website.  New application forms, that include the new certification requirements, will be available in late December 2011 or early January 2012.

    For more information regarding new certification requirements please review this Frequently Asked Questions document.  Applications received prior to January 1, 2011 will be assessed under the current Child Care Licensing Regulation.

    Updated:  January 5, 2012

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    Student Testimonials

    "The degree program opened up opportunities for me to explore complex ideas and inquiries around education and to examine my everyday practice as early childhood educator in multiple perspectives.  It allowed me to experience what it means and what it feels like to be part of the community where I am able to share my thoughts and perspectives with others.  The ideas that are discussed and explored throughout the program became the basis of my practice as an educator and a source of inspiration for my research.  I am grateful to be part of this learning community and I recommend this program to all educators who wish to continue their journey of learning." 
    Rachel Yu, Graduate of Capilano University's Bachelor of ECCE Degree program and Current Graduate Student at UBC

    Updated:  January 17, 2012

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    Early Childhood Educatiors of British Columbia (ECEBC) 2012 Conference

    The ECEBC's 41st Annual Conference entitled, "Playing it Forward - Discovering the Wonder and Value of Authentic Play" will take place on May 3, 4 & 5, 2012. Look at the conference flyer for details and registration form.

    Updated:  January 24, 2012

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