The purpose of this community-based observation is to broaden students’ understanding of early childhood settings, to experience and reflect upon similarities and differences in these environments and to apply critical thinking skills and analyses in linking early childhood theory to practice. The course relates specifically to content in the Foundations course offerings in this given term.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- 1. Description of the characteristics of a variety of childcare programs and their differences
- 2. Relationship between physical settings and child-staff interactions
- 3. Professional attitudes and skills in relationships with colleagues
- 4. Protocols and strategies for observing in a childcare context
- 5. Establishing professional relationships with staff in a variety of settings
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42541 |
January 19, 2026 to April 24, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61891 |
May 19, 2026 to August 21, 2026 |
Lecture | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61897 |
May 19, 2026 to August 21, 2026 |
Lecture | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.