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Duration

2 years

Tuition

$5,436

  Toronto

May 4-May 4

Commitment

Full-Time

Delivery

Classroom

Credential

Diploma

Year Founded

1967

Scholarships

yes

In Seneca’s Early Childhood Education (ECE) diploma program, students will learn about the physical, cognitive, social and emotional needs of children. They will understand how to develop and implement inclusive programming in order to support the healthy development of children ranging in age from infancy to school-age. Studies will include courses in child development, curriculum, philosophy of education, communication, working with families and administration.

Throughout this program, students will develop key skills in designing healthy, safe, inclusive, and engaging environments for children ranging from infancy to school age. Students will also learn to plan and implement inclusive programs that support children’s development, drawing on current educational theories. Additionally, the program will help learners build positive, collaborative relationships with children, families, colleagues, and other professionals, fostering a supportive and effective learning environment.

Field placement is central to the learning experience. Students will obtain over 500 field placement hours in a variety of Childcare and Early Years professional settings. These experiences will provide learners with the opportunity to integrate classroom learning into practice with groups of children within the community.

To practice in Ontario as a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) graduates must apply for registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE). Graduates of this program will meet the educational requirement for membership.

What You’ll Learn

  • Preparation for early learning and care practice.
  • Visual arts in relationship with art, story and materials.
  • Wellbeing and ethics of care.
  • Pedagogy and care in practice.
  • Childhood development.
  • Human rights and social justice in early learning and care.
  • Observation and documentation of children’s development.
  • Responsive interpersonal relationships.
  • Child protection: upholding responsibilities to children.
  • Child, family and community

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Seneca Polytechnic

Bad experience with Aviation program

Anonymous

Peterborough • September 9, 2025

Graduated From

Honours Bachelor of Aviation Technology

Overall:

1 out of 5

Instructors:

2 stars

Curriculum:

1 stars

Job Assistance:

1 stars

I successfully completed the first year of the program and started flights during the summer. My flight progress was successful as well. However, I was kicked out from the program because I did not meet the minimum score for pre-requisite Seneca test. ...

I successfully completed the first year of the program and started flights during the summer. My flight progress was successful as well. However, I was kicked out from the program because I did not meet the minimum score for pre-requisite Seneca test. I was not given chance to take TC exam and any other chance to stay in the program though some students have that chance. It was a shock to be removed from the program completely because of one test and without any previous warnings.
I do not recommend this program as you will waste your time and money. Only 30-40% gradute from this program and you will never know when you can be kicked out. Also you will need to move to Peterborough and rent. I lived only one month in the room but because of one year lease we need to pay for the whole year. It is very difficult to find sub-lease and college does not help.
I would recommend to take any flight school instead and not let this program to kill your passion to aviation. They do not value students who can fly.

Seneca Polytechnic

King Campus – Best Experience

Nicole Hanlon

Toronto • April 8, 2025

Graduated From

Workplace Safety & Prevention

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

5 stars

Enrolling in the Workplace Safety and Prevention program at Seneca Polytechnic’s King Campus was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made—for both my career and personal growth. If you're even remotely considering a future in health and safety, s...

Enrolling in the Workplace Safety and Prevention program at Seneca Polytechnic’s King Campus was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made—for both my career and personal growth. If you're even remotely considering a future in health and safety, stop thinking and start applying. This program delivers.

The instructors are experienced professionals who don’t just read off PowerPoint slides—they bring real-world scenarios into the classroom and challenge you to think critically about everything from ergonomics and industrial hygiene to risk management and current legislation. The curriculum strikes the perfect balance between academic rigor and hands-on learning. You won't just study safety—you'll start living it.

The King Campus itself? Beautiful. It’s hard to stress out when you’re surrounded by trails, lakes, and wildlife. The peaceful environment gives your brain the space it needs to absorb some very intense subject matter—because make no mistake, this is a challenging program. But it's also incredibly rewarding.

I came in with a passion for prevention and graduated with the tools, confidence, and certifications needed to make a real impact in the field. The networking opportunities, peer support, and access to industry resources were top-notch. I left feeling ready—not just to land a job, but to change the game in workplace safety.

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