Special Needs Practicum 1

Course code ECED 2230

Credit 4.0

Length 120.0 hours

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This course builds on the experience gained through the basic program practicums and the knowledge on exceptionalities acquired in class. Students will extend their knowledge and apply what they have learned through full participation as an assistant teacher in an inclusive licensed childcare setting. An expectation of growth in confidence, competency and techniques will be confirmed.

Prerequisites

ECED 2313, ECED 2314, ECED 2315.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Theoretical principles of childcare and education regarding children with exceptionalities
  • BC Early Learning Framework
  • Knowledge and skills as emerging special needs educators
  • Self-assessment concerning actions and feelings in inclusive settings
  • Reflecting on own practice and philosophy
  • Interaction with other early childhood educators and outside resources
  • Policies, procedures, and philosophy of inclusive settings during practicum
  • Co-constructive approach to inclusive practice in early childhood education

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
72648 November 2, 2026
to December 23, 2026
Practicum Off Site See full schedule
72690 September 1, 2026
to October 30, 2026
Practicum Off Site See full schedule
72730 October 1, 2026
to November 30, 2026
Practicum Off Site See full schedule
73038 September 1, 2026
to December 23, 2026
Practicum Off Site See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42196 January 5, 2027
to February 4, 2027
Practicum Varies See full schedule
42199 January 5, 2027
to February 4, 2027
Practicum Varies See full schedule
42247 January 4, 2027
to February 26, 2027
Practicum Off Site See full schedule
42287 February 1, 2027
to March 31, 2027
Practicum Off Site See full schedule
42452 March 1, 2027
to April 30, 2027
Practicum Off Site See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

CRN# Duration Delivery Location
60436 May 3, 2027
to June 30, 2027
Practicum Off Site See full schedule
60457 July 2, 2027
to August 31, 2027
Practicum Off Site See full schedule
60471 June 1, 2027
to July 30, 2027
Practicum Off Site See full schedule
60529 May 4, 2027
to June 3, 2027
Lecture
Practicum
Varies See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.