Learning Lounges
Learning Lounges are small, facilitated virtual sessions where you’ll connect with other early childhood educators to discuss workplace challenges, share perspectives, and learn from one another.
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Early Childhood Educators Training Initiative
Professional development for the people who shape the early years.
Overview
Be more than a teacher.
Be more than an instructor.
Be the spark that helps a child shine.
Advance your career in early childhood education, whether you're just starting out, fulfilling professional development requirements, or ready to move into a leadership role. The YMCA has provided child care to communities across Canada for more than 50 years and brings deep expertise in what it takes to be a compassionate, effective educator.
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YMCA Playing to Learn™ Professional Learning Courses
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Enhancing your knowledge and skills, strengthening your professional judgment, and improving your practice. These self-directed virtual courses are based on the YMCA Playing to Learn™ curriculum.
Fast-Track Registered Early Childhood Educator Accreditation Pilot
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Begin your career as a Registered Early Childhood Educator sooner! Work towards your Registered Early Childhood Educator accreditation in a reduced time frame through this accelerated pathway.
Ignite Your Future in Early Learning
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Discover a fulfilling career in early childhood education. This youth program introduces young people to working in child care through site visits, volunteer placements, job shadowing, and mentorship opportunities.
People Leaders Series
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Learn what it takes to be a leader in child care. This 12-week hybrid program is for those who have recently stepped into supervisory positions and for individuals seeking leadership growth opportunities.
Connecting Childhood Educators Across Canada
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YMCA Ignite’s Early Childhood Education Training Initiative is generously supported by RBC Foundation.
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