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Many early childhood professionals have been waiting for the next round of opportunities to upgrade their certification. Join us for a virtual information session with Liam Corcoran, Academic & Applied Research Executive Director at Holland College, to learn about the Early Childhood programs being offered during the 2026-27 academic year!During this session, you'll receive an overview of the available educational pathways, learn about the details of the accelerated programs, and have an opportunity to ask questions. Programs Being Offered - Liam Corcoran has provided a list of programs Holland College will be offering during the 2026-2027 academic year: Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma Program Introductory Evening Courses (Online) Early Childhood Assistant ACCELERATED Program Early Childhood Care and Education ACCELERATED Program Early Childhood Assistant PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition) Please Note: The Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) PLAR + Online Program will not be offered during the 2026-27 academic year.   Who Should Register? This information session is for Directors who have employees showing interest in taking the next step in their career by upgrading their certification from ECI to ECA or ECA to ECE. This session will help you better understand the pathways available through Holland College to support your employees on their education journeys.    Registration is free but required. If you are unable to attend, the ECDA of PEI will share a summary of the key information with members following the session.  

  Many Early Childhood Professionals have been waiting for the next round of opportunities to upgrade their certification. Join us for a virtual information session with Liam Corcoran, Academic & Applied Research Executive Director at Holland College, to learn about the Early Childhood programs being offered during the 2026-27 academic year! During this session, you'll receive an overview of the available educational pathways, learn about the details of the accelerated programs, and have an opportunity to ask questions.   Programs Being Offered - Liam Corcoran has provided a list of programs Holland College will be offering: Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma Program Introductory Evening Courses (Online) Early Childhood Assistant Accelerated Program Early Childhood Care and Education Accelerated Program Early Childhood Assistant PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition)   Please Note: The Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) PLAR + Online Program will not be offered during the 2026-27 academic year.   Who Should Register? This information session is for Early Childhood Interns and Early Childhood Assistants who are interested in taking the next step in their career by upgrading their certification. To be eligible to attend this session, you must: Be working full-time in a licensed child care centre in Prince Edward Island. Currently hold either an Early Childhood Intern or Early Childhood Assistant certification.   Whether you're planning your next career step or simply exploring your options, this session will help you better understand the pathways available through Holland College. Registration is free but required.  If you are unable to attend, the ECDA of PEI will share a summary of the key information with members following the session.