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Early childhood services handbook for the identification and review of children with severe disabilities

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This handbook provides information for all school authorities that offer early childhood services programs and is meant to assist with the assessment, diagnosis and identification of children with... More ≫

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This handbook provides information for all school authorities that offer early childhood services programs and is meant to assist with the assessment, diagnosis and identification of children with severe disabilities or a language delay that is moderate or severe.

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Establishing an early childhood services program : application process and requirements for independent (private) operators

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Early childhood services (ECS) refers to programming offered by school authorities prior to compulsory schooling that meets the diverse needs of young children and their families. This fact sheet... More ≫

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Early childhood services (ECS) refers to programming offered by school authorities prior to compulsory schooling that meets the diverse needs of young children and their families. This fact sheet outlines the application process and requirements for independent operators who wish to establish an ECS program in Alberta.

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Establishing a private Early Childhood Services (ECS) Program : application process and requirements

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This fact sheet presents the application process and requirements for those who wish to establish a private early childhood services (ECS) program. It lists the types of private ECS programs in... More ≫

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This fact sheet presents the application process and requirements for those who wish to establish a private early childhood services (ECS) program. It lists the types of private ECS programs in Alberta, programming considerations, funding availability, child care licensing, and fees.

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Early learning in Alberta accredited international schools

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Includes key references and information to support educators in Alberta Accredited International Schools to provide quality programming in the early years.

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ECS special education handbook

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This handbook explains basic funding requirements for Early Childhood Services and how to complete application forms required for the services. It also outlines the age of eligibility for funding... More ≫

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This handbook explains basic funding requirements for Early Childhood Services and how to complete application forms required for the services. It also outlines the age of eligibility for funding for all types of ECS programming. The handbook also explains funding that is provided for children identified with mild to moderate disabilities/delays and those who are gifted and talented. Appendices include a local special education needs policies and procedures checklist, identification of applicable sections and forms in the Funding Manual for School Authorities, and a sample form for family-oriented programming session plans.

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