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SDK ECE BIT

SKD Early Childhood Education Bilingual Institute of Training (SKD ECE BIT) was founded with a mission to develop a new generation of skilled, inclusive and compassionate Early Childhood Assistants (ECAs). Backed by SKD’s long-standing leadership in child care and community programming, SKD ECE BIT is committed to providing high-quality, accessible and bilingual (English/French) workforce training tailored to the real-world needs of Ontario’s early years sector.

Our Mission

To prepare job-ready Early Childhood Assistants who reflect the cultural, linguistic, and social diversity of Ontario’s communities.

Our Vision

To empower learners from all backgrounds to become confident, qualified ECAs ready to support children and families in diverse child care environments across the province.

Our Values

At SKD ECE BIT, we don’t just train ECAs — we build early learning leaders ready to make a lasting impact in their communities.

What Sets

SKD ECE BIT Apart

Bilingual Curriculum

Bilingual curriculum delivery (English/French) that supports inclusive, culturally relevant practice.

Equity-Focused Learning

A curriculum centred on inclusion, anti-bias education, and community needs.

Hands-On Training

Blended delivery combining in-class/online learning with practicum placements.

SDF-Funded

Eligible participants may access full tuition coverage, materials, career coaching, paid placements, and other supports.

Priority Access for Underrepresented Groups

Priority access for underrepresented groups, including Francophones newcomers, Black and Indigenous peoples, youth and visible minorities.

How We're addressing

Ontario’s ECA Shortage

Ontario faces a critical shortage of qualified Early Childhood Assistants, placing pressure on child care centres, families and communities. Demand for trained ECAs continues to rise, especially in bilingual, culturally diverse and inclusive settings.

Our goal is not only to provide high-quality training but to ensure every graduate contributes meaningfully to addressing staffing challenges in Ontario’s early years sector.

Job-Ready Training
Training job-ready ECAs to fill workforce gaps in licensed child care programs.
Employer Partnerships
Partnering with employers to offer hands-on placements and hiring pathways.
Inclusive Recruitment
Prioritizing recruitment of underrepresented populations, including newcomers, youth, Black Indigenous and racialized peoples, and bilingual (French/English) candidates.