This course provides students with broad knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the administration and management of a childcare centre. Students will learn the necessary skills to fulfill the role of administrator of an early childhood education program.
Prerequisites
ECED 2313, 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.
- Regulations and contractual obligations
- Childcare operations and compliance
- Philosophy of a childcare centre
- Inclusive services
- Policies and procedures for inclusive content
- Grant and funding bodies for specific childcare program(s)
- Financial management for childcare administrators
- Staff orientation
- Staff performance evaluation
- Program assessment tools
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42252 |
January 4, 2027 to March 22, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule | |
| 42272 |
January 4, 2027 to March 1, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule | |
| 42273 |
January 4, 2027 to March 1, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72784 |
September 14, 2026 to November 9, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60528 |
May 3, 2027 to June 28, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | 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.