The Child Care Assistant Training Program is an 18 week program that provides students with an opportunity to learn about theories and stages of child development, child care legislation, child care programming, earn 6 credits toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma and gain on-the-job experience. Note: if you have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, you can still join!
Certifications include: First Aid/CPR, Safe Food Handling, Infection Control, Service Excellence, CCEYA, WHMIS and more.
Student Testimonials
"This program is very rewarding. I loved having the opportunity to learn about the theory in class and then practice it during the nine weeks of placement. Beside that, we also have an amazing and knowledgeable teacher who is always willing to help." - Patricia
"As someone who was interested to start a new career, the Child Care Assistant Program introduced me to what Early Childhood Education is like. I recommend this program because I apply the knowledge and skills that I have gained from this experience to my job." - Joseph
Cost for Materials & Certifications: $395
* Earn 6 High School Credits in Child Development & Cooperative Education.
| Session 2025-26 | Classroom Training (8:30 am to 3:30 pm) | Job Placement (Cooperative Education) |
|---|---|---|
| Fall/Winter | September 8 to November 7, 2025 | November 10, 2025 to January 22, 2026 |
| Winter/Spring | January 26 to April 7, 2026 | April 8 to June 9, 2026 |
Location
Ajax Campus
458 Fairall St., Unit 7
Whitby Campus - Giffard Centre (tentative for September 2025)
1003 Giffard St., Whitby
Registration for September 2025
Orientation is mandatory less than one year prior to course start date. You MUST complete the orientation process by successfully passing the literacy assessment and interview. Successful candidates will be provided with the link for registration and will be required to upload Photo ID (Health Card or Driver Licence), Birth Certificate and/or Permanent Resident or Citizenship Card with the registration.
Students in the program will be required to have updated immunization, Step 2 T.B. Skin Test and a clear Criminal Record Vulnerable Sector Check that is current within 6 months of starting placement.
Literacy Assessment/Orientation Session for September 2025
| Date and Time | Location and Orientation Registration |
|---|---|
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Fridays: May 16, June 6 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Ajax Campus: 458 Fairall St., Unit 7
The May 16 orientation is full. Please check back after May 16 for details about the June orientation.
Orientation is for both the Ajax or Whitby location. |
Format
- Part 1: Classroom Training (9 weeks, Monday to Friday) 8:30 am to 3:30 pm includes a digital literacy component to enhance 21st century learning skills. Students will be expected to be in-class from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm each day.
- Part 2: Job Placement (9 weeks) Cooperative Education Placement in a licensed child care facility.
