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31 Best Early Childhood Education Programs in Canada

There are 31 Early Childhood Education programs in Canada, spread across 16 universities — most run 2 years. Courses from University of British Columbia, Brock University and Ontario Tech University come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Master's Degree
UB University of British Columbia logo
QS World #40 #8 in Canada Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Master of Education Early Childhood Education

University of British Columbia — The University of British Columbia (UBC) offers the Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) as a course-based degree with research courses, focused primari...

Master's DegreeLevel
—Duration
Mode
SeptemberIntake
Early Childhood Education
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2Bachelor's Degree
BU Brock University logo
#38 in Canada Canada

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

Brock University — The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education at Brock University is designed to equip aspiring educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to foster the development of...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Early Childhood Education
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4Bachelor's Degree
OT Ontario Tech University logo
#43 in Canada Canada

Early Childhood Studies

Ontario Tech University — The Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Studies at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology offers a comprehensive understanding of the developmental stages of...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Early Childhood Education
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5Bachelor's Degree
OT Ontario Tech University logo
#43 in Canada Canada

Early Childhood Studies

Ontario Tech University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Studies at Ontario Tech University offers a comprehensive exploration of child development, early education practices, and critic...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Early Childhood Education
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6Diploma
CR College of the Rockies logo
#52 in Canada Canada

Early Childhood Education

College of the Rockies — The Diploma in Early Childhood Education at the College of the Rockies offers an enriching curriculum designed to equip students with the essential skills to support the...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Early Childhood Education
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7Diploma
CR College of the Rockies logo
#52 in Canada Canada

Early Childhood Education

College of the Rockies — Early Childhood Education at College of the Rockies prepares students to work as Early Childhood Educators. The certificate program builds knowledge and skills to provide...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Early Childhood Education
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8Bachelor's Degree
DC Douglas College logo
#53 in Canada Canada

Early Childhood Education

Douglas College — The Early Childhood Education (ECE) program at Douglas College teaches skills and knowledge to work with newborns through to children up to eight years of age. Students l...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Early Childhood Education
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13Diploma
VC Vanier College logo
#86 in Canada Canada

Early Childhood Education

Vanier College — The Diploma in Early Childhood Education at Vanier College equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to support and educate young children in their formativ...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Early Childhood Education
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15Diploma
TR Thompson Rivers University logo
#89 in Canada Canada

Early Childhood Education Diploma

Thompson Rivers University — The Early Childhood Education Diploma at Thompson Rivers University is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to support the development and l...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
SepIntake
Early Childhood Education
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17Diploma
MU MacEwan University logo
#93 in Canada Canada

Early Learning and Child Care

MacEwan University — The Early Learning and Child Care Diploma at MacEwan University is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in the field of early childhood education. This pro...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Early Childhood Education
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18Diploma
UF University of the Fraser Valley logo
#99 in Canada Canada

Early Childhood Education

University of the Fraser Valley — The Diploma in Early Childhood Education at the University of the Fraser Valley is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in nurturing and educating young ch...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Early Childhood Education
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22Diploma
SC Seneca College logo
#121 in Canada Canada

Early Childhood Education

Seneca College — The Early Childhood Education Diploma program at Seneca College provides students with a foundational understanding of child development and effective educational practic...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Early Childhood Education
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23Diploma
DC Durham College logo
#122 in Canada Canada

Early Childhood Education

Durham College — The Diploma in Early Childhood Education at Durham College is designed to equip students with the vital knowledge and skills required to work in various early childhood s...

DiplomaLevel
Four semestersDuration
Full TimeMode
September 2026Intake
Early Childhood Education
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Early Childhood Education at other levels

How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — University of British Columbia at #40 — so it heads the list. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of British Columbia has the largest research record in this group, with 33,059,650 citations and an h-index of 1,346.

Inside the course list

By level: 22 diploma, 8 bachelor's and 1 master's. The usual length is 2 years and 4 years. 90% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (97% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (83% of courses with a stated intake). Cambrian College offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Canada for Early Childhood Education?

University of British Columbia (QS World #40), Brock University (#38 in Canada) and Ontario Tech University (#43 in Canada) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does an Early Childhood Education course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 2 years, with 4 years the next most common.

When do Early Childhood Education courses start in Canada?

Fall is the main intake — 97% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Early Childhood Education online with a university in Canada?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Early Childhood Education courses in Canada?

Cambrian College, with 4, ahead of Northern Lights College (4).

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