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Program Description
The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Intervention offered by the Faculty of Education will provide advanced training to practitioners in support of young children (ages 3-8) with neurodivergences. The program will support young children's development through a holistic lens and focus on designing and implementing interventions that address cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Content will cover human development theories, focusing on growth, learning, and individual differences, and include applied intervention strategies. The courses will offer evidence-based methods to support children with diverse needs, ensuring inclusive educational practices, and will emphasize literacy development through the science of reading.
Keywords:聽Early Childhood Intervention; Early Childhood Education; Child Development; Children's Developmental Support; Inclusive Education; Reggio Emilia Education; Neurodivergent Children; Social and Emotional Learning and Development; Intervention Strategies; Differentiated Instruction
Unique Program Features
- Emphasis on Reggio Emilia and social and emotional learning approaches;
- Focus on the science of reading;
- Provides intervention strategies for children with neurodivergences in early childhood;
- Tailored for individuals from various backgrounds interested in working with children
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
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Program Website
Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Intervention website
Department Contact
Program contact聽goldcentre [at] mcgill.ca (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | January 15 | April 1 |
| WINTER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.