Post-Diploma Certificate in Child Care Services Administration

This post-diploma certificate programme prepares students for leadership and administrative roles in early childhood services. It covers management, supervision, and pedagogical leadership in childcare settings. The programme is offered full-time or part-time, with online and hybrid delivery options. Students complete a professional project that applies their learning to real-world challenges in childcare administration.

Coursework includes human resource management, financial planning, program design, communication strategies, and leadership development. Students learn to create inclusive, safe, and high-quality childcare environments. They study laws, regulations, and policies governing childcare services in Ontario. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills such as staff recruitment, performance evaluation, and community engagement.

Admission requires a college diploma or equivalent in early childhood education or a related field. One year of experience in early childhood services is recommended. The programme starts in September 2026. It is not available to international applicants for online delivery. Students must have a computer, headset, and stable internet connection.