About the course

The State Short Early Childhood Education Certificate of Specialization-Infants and Toddlers is designed to meet the Washington State Career Lattice guidelines for people interested in caring for and educating young children from birth to age 3 in a variety of child care settings. Emphasis is placed on active student involvement, observation, participation, and practical experience. Classes help adults increase their understanding of the physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of children and to apply developmentally appropriate guidance and curriculum methods to meet the individual and group needs of children and their families.

　　Learning Outcomes

　　Certificate recipients should possess the skills & abilities described below:

　　Observe, document and assess young children and use systematic observations, documentation, and other effective assessment strategies in a responsible way, in partnership with families and other professionals, to positively influence children’s development.

　　Connect with children and families by knowing, understanding, and using positive relationships and supportive interactions as the foundation for their work with young children.

　　Use developmentally effective approaches by knowing, understanding, and using a wide array of approaches, strategies, and tools to positively influence children’s development and learning.

　　Identify, explain, and apply appropriate guidance techniques and theories as an important classroom management tool. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2021	Bellevue
Winter (January), 2024	Bellevue
Spring (April), 2024	Bellevue
Summer (July), 2024	Bellevue
Fall (September), 2024	Bellevue
Winter (January), 2025	Bellevue
Spring (April), 2025	Bellevue
Summer (July), 2025	Bellevue
Fall (September), 2025	Bellevue
Winter (January), 2026	Bellevue
Spring (April), 2026	Bellevue
Summer (July), 2026	Bellevue

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Bellevue College

Bellevue College admits applicants who meet the following conditions: They are a high school graduate, or hold an equivalent high school credential, such as the GED. Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) and Paper-based TOEFL (PBT): 61 (iBT) or 500 (PBT), Academic IELTS: Overall score of 6.0 with all sub-scores 5.5 or higher.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 61.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Bellevue College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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