Category: SKD ECE BIT

A Day in the Life of an ECA – Real Stories from the Field

What does a typical day look like for an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA)? The truth is, no two days are ever the same! ECAs are the heart of child care, supporting children’s development, assisting RECEs, and building strong relationships with families. To give you a glimpse

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How to Become an ECA – Education, Certification, and What to Expect

Becoming an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) is a rewarding first step into the early years sector. Whether you’re just starting your career or making a transition, here’s what you need to know about entering the field, and how the SKD ECE Bilingual Institute of Training (BIT)

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Steps to Start Your Own Licensed Home Child Care

Dreaming of running your own child care business from home? With the growing demand for quality early years services across Ontario, licensed home child care is a rewarding option for entrepreneurial ECAs. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you launch your own licensed home child care

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Supporting Children with Special Needs – Essential Skills for ECAs

Inclusive child care is not just a value, it’s a responsibility. As an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA), you play a key role in supporting children with special needs and creating environments where every child can thrive. Working alongside Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs), families, and specialists,

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Why Choose SKD ECE BIT – Durham’s Leading ECA Training Centre

If you’re looking to launch a career in early childhood education, choosing the right training program is your first—and most important, step. At SKD ECE Bilingual Institute of Training (BIT), we offer more than just a certificate. We provide the skills, support, and real-world experience you

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The Importance of Play-Based Learning in Early Childhood Education

In Ontario, early childhood education is grounded in the belief that play is the most effective way for young children to learn. Guided by the Ministry of Education’s How Does Learning Happen? framework, play-based learning is at the heart of quality child care and Early Childhood

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Becoming a French Bilingual ECA – Advantages and Opportunities

Are you fluent in French and passionate about working with children? Becoming a French bilingual Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) opens the door to a world of opportunity in Ontario’s growing Francophone and bilingual communities. The demand for bilingual ECAs is rising, especially in regions with French-language

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Understanding the Role of an ECA in a Licensed Child Care Setting

Early Childhood Assistants (ECAs) are essential members of the child care team, working hand-in-hand with Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) to create safe, supportive, and engaging environments for young children. In a licensed child care setting, ECAs play a hands-on role in: Supporting RECEs with program

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Why Become an Early Childhood Assistant in Ontario?

Are you passionate about making a difference in young children’s lives? Becoming an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) in Ontario could be your ideal career path. ECAs play a vital role in licensed child care settings, supporting Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) and helping create nurturing, inclusive

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