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Certification guide for early childhood educators

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Certification is the process used by Alberta Children’s Services to review educational training and competencies to determine eligibility and issue certification towards provincial certification... More ≫

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Certification is the process used by Alberta Children’s Services to review educational training and competencies to determine eligibility and issue certification towards provincial certification in accordance with the Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Act. Working in licensed child care programs is a regulated occupation. Individuals who work in licensed facility-based and home-based child care programs must hold provincial certification issued by the Alberta Government. The educational requirements for certification as well as the process of applying to be certified are contained in this guide.

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Child care consultation report

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In preparation for a full legislative review of the Child Care Licensing Act and Regulation, the Ministry of Children's Services held public consultations with various stakeholders, including... More ≫

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In preparation for a full legislative review of the Child Care Licensing Act and Regulation, the Ministry of Children's Services held public consultations with various stakeholders, including parents and caregivers, child care educators, operators and stakeholder organizations, and licensing staff. The consultations took place between June 15 to July 15, 2020 and included virtual engagement sessions and online surveys. This report presents a summary of the results from the child care consultation process.

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A Stronger, safer tomorrow : a public action plan for the Ministerial Panel on Child Intervention's final recommendations

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The public action plan outlines a strategy for strengthening the child intervention system and better supporting children, youth and families. To address urgent needs, a number of specific actions... More ≫

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The public action plan outlines a strategy for strengthening the child intervention system and better supporting children, youth and families. To address urgent needs, a number of specific actions will be implemented immediately, while work on all actions will be completed by 2022.

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Child care staff certification guide [2018]

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Certification is the process used by Alberta Children’s Services to review educational training and competencies to determine eligibility and issue certification towards provincial certification... More ≫

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Certification is the process used by Alberta Children’s Services to review educational training and competencies to determine eligibility and issue certification towards provincial certification in accordance with the Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Act. Working in licensed child care programs is a regulated occupation. Individuals who work in licensed facility-based and home-based child care programs must hold provincial certification issued by the Alberta Government. The educational requirements for certification as well as the process of applying to be certified are contained in this guide.

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