This diploma is designed for teachers, early childhood educators, and other early childhood professionals who are interested in enhancing their professional practice with young children (pre-school to grade 3).

This diploma consists of the following four core courses (12 credits):

• ECED 405 (3) Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction in Early Childhood Education
• ECED 420 (3) History of Early Childhood Education
• ECED 421 (3) Supporting Young Children Through Home, School, and Community Relationships
• ECED 438 (3) Observation and Documentation in Early Childhood Settings

Plus a minimum of three electives courses (9 credits) from the following list:

• ECED 400 (3) Introduction to Early Childhood Education and Care
• ECED 401 (3) Supporting Young Children's Health and Well-being in Early Childhood Settings
• ECED 406 (3) Early Learning Curriculum in the Pre-School Years
• ECED 407 (3) Supporting Early Learning in the Pre-School Years
• ECED 415 (3) Supporting Learning in The Primary Years
• ECED 416 (3) Kindergarten Curriculum
• ECED 417 (3) Supporting Learning in the Kindergarten Year
• ECED 425 (3) Advanced Studies in Early Childhood Education
• ECED 442 (3) Supporting Indigenous Infants and Young Children within the Context of Their Communities
• ECED 480 (3-12) c Selected Topics in Early Childhood Education

Plus three additional ECED electives or approved Faculty of Education elective courses in related fields (9 credits). Approved elective credits may include, but are not limited to, courses from this listing Diplomas in EYED and IDSC Pre-approved Electives.

The 30-credit Early Years Education Diploma (EYED) is open to applicants with one or more of the following:

• BA, BEd, BSc or related degree from a recognized university
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education from an approved community/university college program, or equivalent
• 15 credit Certificate in Early Years Education (EYED) granted by the University of British Columbia
• Some college or university course experience and relevant professional experience in related fields such as nursing, psychology, social work, child and youth care, occupational therapy, child development, etc.
• Relevant professional experience in related fields such as teaching, nursing, social work, child and youth care, occupational therapy, infant/child development consultant and/or supported child development consultant in childcare settings, etc.

Find out more information about how to apply and register.

For the most up-to-date information on this program, including admissions information and program requirements, please visit the UBC Calendar.

Apply via the Teacher Education Office