Brock University Bachelor of Early Childhood Education Degree Program-BECE

Brock University Bachelor of Early Childhood Education Degree Program-BECE Building on the foundation of a two-year Early Childhood Education Diploma, and graduate with a degree in ECE!

The fully online degree can be taken full-time or part-time. Want to learn more or you are ready to apply email: [email protected] Make the most of your College diploma in early childhood education. Brock University online honours degree in ECE offers students an opportunity to build on their 2 year college diploma (or equivalent). Students will obtain a comprehensive understanding of the is

sues and trends in early care and education for children from birth to 8 years old and be well prepared for further studies or work in the field of care and education for young children. This program on its own will not provide graduates with (K-12)Teacher Certification. Rather, graduates of the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours) online program are expected to take on positions that require a strong foundation in early care and education or apply to graduate studies or to teacher education programs that lead to a Teaching Certificate

11/10/2025
🎓 Congratulations to all our 2025 BECE graduates!In June, our BECE students crossed the stage at Brock’s 117th Convocati...
10/26/2025

🎓 Congratulations to all our 2025 BECE graduates!

In June, our BECE students crossed the stage at Brock’s 117th Convocation, and just a few weeks ago in October, we celebrated once again as more of our future educators proudly accepted their degrees at the 118th ceremony.

Among them were 2 inspiring graduates whose journeys remind us that learning, perseverance, and passion truly shape the future of early childhood education.

💫 Jade Grandpre showed that it’s never too late to follow your dreams. Featured in Brock News, Jade returned to school later in life, balancing family, work, and studies– even overcoming personal and physical challenges along the way. Her honours capstone project explored educator burnout, and she now mentors youth in her community.
🔗 Read Jade’s story: brocku.ca/brock-news/2025/06/its-never-too-late-early-childhood-education-grad-redefines-finish-line

💫 Allynn McLellan turned the page on a transformative journey that blended creativity and inclusion. Her honours capstone project examined how familiar children’s characters, like Dora the Explorer, can spark meaningful conversations about identity and belonging.
🔗 Read Allynn’s story: brocku.ca/brock-news/2025/10/education-grad-turns-page-on-transformative-university-career

👏 To Jade, Allynn, and ALL our BECE graduates – your hard work, resilience, and compassion will continue to shape children’s lives and the future of education. We are so proud of you!

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09/03/2025

Home sweet home. Welcome back, Badgers ❤️🦡

📣 Congratulations to Amanda Pont‑Shanks!We are thrilled to celebrate Amanda - a soon-to-be graduate from our program as ...
08/11/2025

📣 Congratulations to Amanda Pont‑Shanks!

We are thrilled to celebrate Amanda - a soon-to-be graduate from our program as a recipient of the 2025 King Charles III Coronation Medal for her outstanding work advancing Métis‑led early learning and child care 👏🏻

As the Programs & Services Manager for Early Learning and Child Care with the Métis Nation of Ontario, Amanda has made a remarkable impact by supporting over 3,000 Métis children by connecting them with their culture, literacy tools, health, and mental health resources through initiatives like the Baby Bundle program.

🔗More here: https://brocku.ca/brock-news/2025/08/royal-medal-recipients-equip-future-generations-for-life-long-learning/

Brock University is a comprehensive institution with rich academic programs and world-class research activity. Located in St. Catharines, in Ontario’s scenic Niagara region on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, Brock is situated in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. W...

07/16/2025

🎉 Community Connections – Free Family Event! 🎉

Come join us for a fun-filled day of activities, information, and community spirit!

📅 Wednesday, July 16, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 796 Buffalo Road

Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🏰 Kids' Bouncy House
🚒 Fire Truck Visit
🤝 Community Partner Info Booths
🎁 Giveaways, Snacks & More!

This is a great opportunity to connect with local services, meet friendly faces, and have a blast with your kids — all for free!

✨ Everyone is welcome – don’t miss out!

07/09/2025

Are you a passionate early childhood educator looking for leadership opportunities? Are you interested in getting more involved in ECE advocacy? Your knowledge and experiences working in the early learning and child care sector are extremely valuable and can make you a great candidate for the AECEO Provincial Board of Directors!

Here's what you need to know:
- Previous experience serving on a Board of Directors is not needed, nominations from educators and early years professionals currently working in the sector are especially encouraged
- The AECEO Board of Directors is an active, working board where members are expected to contribute their skills and expertise in support of the mission of the organization
- Board members are elected for one-year term and can serve up to six consecutive years
- Board activities include making decisions on issues related to policy, finance, human resources, and strategic planning for the organization
- Board members are expected participate in monthly meetings, which are held remotely and in the evening to facilitate participation by members from all around Ontario and from diverse early childhood settings

The AECEO values diverse voices that reflect our membership and welcome nominations from a range of backgrounds to bring a variety of ideas, perspectives and experiences that will better inform this important work. We strongly encourage Black, Indigenous, and other racialized folks to apply.

ℹ️To run for the AECEO Provincial Board of Directors, you must be a current member of the association. Learn more about Board activities and how you can apply at aeceo.ca/board_of_directors

Deadline to register is today!
07/07/2025

Deadline to register is today!

Registration deadline for MCFN Youth Traditional Teachings Sessions is TOMORROW!

An opportunity for youth to reconnect with traditional knowledge through ceremony, cultural teachings, and community-based practices, guided by Ashton Monture and Valarie King.

📅 Registration Required – Deadline: July 7, 2025
🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/MCFNYouthTraditionalTeachings

📍 659 New Credit Road, Hagersville, ON
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

📞 Questions?
Contact Veronica King-Jamieson at 905-869-5753

07/02/2025

Congratulations on becoming a Brock Badger! We’re excited to welcome you to the Brock community! Register for our Smart Start program to meet other Badgers, learn about your Brock experience and get answers to all of your important questions. ...

07/02/2025
07/02/2025

The 2025 online Nature-Based Early Learning Conference is just under two weeks away, and we're so excited about this year's program! 🍄

We know you're eager to start planning your schedule to attend live events taking place July 14-18, so we've put together a live schedule overview. 🗓 The detailed conference schedule with specific times for live sessions and events will be published next week. Stay tuned! 😎

Learn more and register to attend at conference.naturalstart.org.

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