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University of Guelph Humber

Early Childhood and Family & Community Social Services Programs

About the Program

The Early Childhood program ensures you understand the complex stages of early life by combining hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge.

During your first year, participate in five (5) field placements totalling roughly 650 hours of workplace experience. Meanwhile, examine the psychological, sociological and physical aspects of childhood development in the classroom and through an anatomy lab.

Our graduates become skilled professionals, working in both the public and private sector. Graduates have taken leadership roles in daycare centres, public schools, child-centered programs, to name a few. Many graduates have pursued successfully Faculty of Education programs at the Primary/Junior level, as well as at graduate and professional schools.

In the Family and Community Social Services program you get a theoretical foundation in:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Family Dynamics
  • Social Policy

At the same time you develop practical competency in:

  • Counselling
  • Mediation
  • Community Relations and Development Strategies
  • Case Management
  • Ethical and Professional Issues

Starting in first year, you take classes examining social work in Canada, such as Social Work and the Political Process and Issues in Social Welfare. In second year, after completing practical courses in counselling and working with high-risk populations, your field placements begin.

Program Overview

Program Administrator: 
Paul Sherman (head)
Department Emphasis: 
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Undergraduate Program

Program Options: 
  • Early Childhood
  • Family & Community Social Services
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Early Childhood Program Highlights

Approximately 650 work placement hours built into the program
Participate in five (5) field placements, with each focusing on a different area of the early childhood field and/or stage of childhood development.
Early Childhood Resource Room
Located on campus, The Early Childhood Resource Room stocks ample material for you to use in field placements and individidual study.
Opportunity before Graduation
During your final semester, you're eligible to apply for registration with the AECEO (Association of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario, aeceo.ca). This allows you to work as a registered early childhood educator.
Opportunities after Graduation
Of our 2009 graduates, 94 percent (%) are employed or pursuing further education. When you graduate you're eligible to apply to Faculty of Education programs as well as graduate and professional programs. From 2007 to 2009, 74 percent (%) of our graduates have completed, or are currently enrolled in, further studies.

 

 

Family and Community Social Services Program Highlights

More than 900 Workplace Hours built into Program
Three (3) different field placements give you 925 hours of direct experience.
Committment to Social Justice
Founded by Family & Community Social Services students, the Social Justice Committee has raised money for Haiti relief, volunteered at local food banks and organized lecture series.
Opportunities after Graduation
Of graduates from 2007-2009, 91 percent are either employed or pursuing further education. When you graduate you're qualified for registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, according to the Social Services Worker program standard. And, you're well-positioned to pursue graduate studies in programs including family therapy and social work.