Application Form for the Post Basic ECE Program

Before starting the online application process, make sure you have:

Attended a DCE Post Basic ECE Certificate Information Session
Completed the English Assessment Testing (CAAT) or have proof of English 12 or Communications 12 with a C+ or higher, from a BC secondary school

Please ensure you have the following documentation:

Two pieces of ID
Student Agreement
Medical/Emergency Contact Information Form
References – three letters of reference are required
Medical Pre-Training Examination Physician’s Report
Copy of Valid Early Childhood Educator Certificate from the ECE Registry
Official transcript for any previously taken ECE Post Basic courses or copies of Assessment of Credentials
Valid First Aid Certificate

Once you have submitted the online application form, please email all of the above documents to ececoordinator@deltaschools.ca

Online Application Form

Application Form for Post Basic ECE Program

I am applying for the One Year Part Time Post Basic ECE Program starting in:*
- January 2027
- April 2027 (deadline to apply is Feb 28, 2027)
- September 2027 (deadline to apply is May 31 2027)
I am applying for the following specialization:*
- Select All
- Infant/Toddler
- Special Needs
Legal Name*
First Middle Last
Name Commonly Used
First Last
Date of Birth*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City Province Postal Code
Home Phone
Cellphone
Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email
ECE Basic Certificate Institute Name*
Year Attained ECE Basic Certificate*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
List any accredited courses (Year/Course Name/School)
List any other training courses (non-credit) which could apply i.e. personal development courses, leadership training courses etc. (Year/Course Name/School)
Work Experience - please include Date/Name of Company/Responsibilities*
Volunteer Experience - Please include Date/Name of Organization/Responsibilities
Please tell us about your interests and hobbies
WRITTEN INTERVIEW: Please tell us a little about yourself*
What is your ECE philosophy (philosophy statement)? Please be sure to include your Image of the Child, Image of the Family and Image of the Educator.*
What is your image of curriculum/curriculum philosophy?*
How do you use the BC Early Learning Framework in your practise?*
Why are you interested in continuing your education in Infant Toddlers and/or Inclusive Practices (Special Needs)?*
Class time is considered training for the workforce; conduct and professionalism are considered part of the program learning. The student is expected to demonstrate these skills and attitudes in the classroom. How would you handle a possible conflict with an instructor and/or a classmate?*
How would you handle the stress of the workload and demands of the program?*
This program has an intensive part-time schedule involving evenings, Saturday classes, observations and three practicum placements which involve daytime hours. Explain what arrangements you will make to fit these into your schedule*
How confident are you in meeting the requirements and commitments of the practicums?*
In what ways did the Information Session and learning about the DCE ECE program (i.e. philisophy, mission and values) and what it can offer, make you believe this is the right program for you?*

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