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The Association of Early Childhood Educators, Ontario (AECEO) began the certification process in 1964. This process has evolved with the needs of the early learning sector for the past 45 years.
There are two intake periods within a calendar year for certification: March 1-30 and September 1-30. This is an 18-month process that includes an essay and portfolio submission.
To read more about:
- Background Information, click here
- Benefits of Certification, click here
- Eligibility for Certification, click here
- Steps for Certification, click here
- Application Process, click here
- Process of Evaluation, click here
Important Dates
(Dates below apply to March 2010 applicants only)
March 1–30, 2010: Registration – Send Registration Form & copy of diploma or Letter of Equivalency
April 16, 2010: Applicants will receive Certification package by mail
May 21, 2010: “Part One” Application and 1st payment installment due ($100)
October 30, 2010: Essay submission and 2nd payment installment due ($125)
October 30, 2011: Professional Portfolio submission due
February 28, 2012: Portfolio Results returned to all applicants
Are you looking for information about Equivalency?click here
Are you internationally trained in an ECE relevant field? click here
Are you Canadian trained in an ECE relevant field? click here
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Applicants who applied on or after October 1st, 2009 will be contacted by e-mail with upcoming March and April exam dates. Please click on the link below to access the AECEO's exam tips and preparatory information.
Exam Tips
The AECEO and L'AFESEO Letter of Equivalency Certificates are recognized by the College of Early Childhood Educators as meeting the educational qualification component of the application process for membership in the College