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Early Childhood Educator – All you need to know about Canadian immigration!
Canada is open to welcoming nearly 1.2 million new Early Childhood Educator immigrants by 2024. About 60% of the total target will be achieved through economic-class programs through which foreign skilled workers, international students, foreign entrepreneurs are set to become the largest beneficiaries.
In this edition of the career blog, we explore the opportunities and requirements to immigrate as an Early Childhood Educator in Canada.
Career Pathways for Early Childhood Educators in Canada
Early Childhood Educators (Unit Code – 42202) is classified as TEER 2. They are employed in child-care centers, day-care centers, kindergartens, agencies for exceptional children, and other similar settings. The following are the job roles performed by Early Childhood Educators.
- Early childhood educators plan, organize, and implement programs for children between the ages of infancy and 12.
- Early childhood educator assistants provide care for infants and preschool- to school-age children under the guidance of early childhood educators.
- Early childhood educators and assistants lead children to stimulate and develop their intellectual, physical, and emotional growth and ensure their security and well-being.
Some commonly used job titles in the Canadian labour market for Early Childhood Educators are Child care workers – day-care, Nursery school teachers, etc. More related occupations also include:
- Managers in social, community, and correctional services (00013, TEER 0);
- Elementary school and kindergarten teachers (41221, TEER 1);
Get in touch with our consultants to determine your eligibility to immigrate as an Early Childhood Educator in Canada.
Education and Training In Canada to become an Early Childhood Educator
Early childhood educators and assistants are regulated everywhere in Canada except New Brunswick, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. It means that in addition to an assessment of your academic and professional qualifications, you may be required to obtain a license to practice in most provinces in Canada. The licensing tests include:
- Examination of your knowledge and competencies;
- Proof of language proficiency;
- Criminal record check;
- Canadian work placement.
Early childhood educator (ECE), registered early childhood educator, early childhood educator assistant (ECEA), child care assistant (CCA), child development supervisor, child development worker, and child development assistant are some of the titles and/or certifications used in regulations governing this occupation.
Education/Training Institutes in Nova Scotia
Candidates who have graduated in Canada have even better chances of qualifying for permanent residence.
Diploma Program Training Institutes in Nova Scotia
| Region/Area | Training Institute |
| Halifax/Metro | Nova Scotia College of Early Childhood Education |
| Truro/Central | Jane Norman College |
| Cape Brenton/Sydney | Island Career Academy |
| Cape Brenton/Sydney | NSCC- Marconi Campus |
| Annapolis Valley | NSCC- Kentville Campus |
| South Shore/Yarmouth | NSCC- Burridge Campus |
| Northern | NSCC – Cumberland |
Degree Program Opportunities
| Region/Area | Training Institute |
| Halifax/Metro | Mount Saint Vincent University, Child and Youth Study |
Contact our overseas education counselors to know the admission criteria in each of these institutions.
Canadian Labour Market Information For Early Childhood Educator
Hourly Wage Across Canadian Provinces
Early childhood educators and assistants (42202, TEER 2) usually earn between $14.00/hour and $27.00/hour in Canada. People working as “early childhood education workers” are part of this group.
| Canadian Province | Hourly Wage ($/hour) |
| Alberta | 17.00 |
| British Columbia | 18.00 |
| Manitoba | 14.15 |
| New Brunswick | 16.00 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | 15.50 |
| Northwest Territories | 22.05 |
| Nova Scotia | 17.00 |
| Ontario | 19.75 |
| Prince Edward Island | 16.05 |
| Saskatchewan | 15.00 |
| Nunavut | 20.88 |
| Yukon Territory | 20..82 |
Employment requirement for Early Childhood Educators in Canada
- Completing a two- to four-year college program in early childhood education or a bachelor’s degree in child development.
- Licensing by a provincial or territorial association for early childhood educators (ECE).
Employment Requirement for Early Childhood Educator Assistants in Canada
- Completion of secondary school.
- Experience in child care.
- Licensing by a provincial or territorial association for early childhood educators (ECE).
Take this free assessment online to determine your eligibility for immigration.
Canada PR options for an Early Childhood Educator
Canada offers multiple options for prospective immigration candidates to study, work, and settle permanently.
| We’ve listed the top 4 ways for you to migrate to Canada as an early childhood educator:
Express Entry system; Provincial Nominee Program; Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot; and Atlantic Immigration Pilot. |
Express Entry System
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) manages applications for three federal immigration programs, namely the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Federal Skills Trades Program (FSTP), and the Canada Experience Class (CEC).
Early childhood educators are classified as level B as per the National Occupation List, making them eligible to qualify and apply for any program under the Express entry system.
The points-based system assesses every registered profile on age, education, work experience, and language proficiency in English or French. The evaluated profiles are further ranked following the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).
IRCC conducts Express Entry nomination draws every fortnight to issue invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency to the highest-ranking candidates.
Provincial Nominee Program
The job prospects of Early Childhood Educators are extremely demanding in provinces like Manitoba, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Yukon Territory.
Other immigration-heavy provinces like Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta have fair chances of employment as Early Childhood Educators.
| Top Canadian Provinces That Need Early Childhood Educators & Assistants | |
| Province | Immigration Stream |
| Manitoba | Manitoba Skilled Worker Overseas Stream |
| Nova Scotia | Labour Market Priorities Stream |
| Prince Edward Island | Express Entry & Labour Impact Categories |
Candidates with an active Express Entry profile are at a distinct advantage after securing a provincial nomination. They get 600 additional points summing up with their overall CRS score. This will effectively guarantee them an invitation to apply for permanent residency in subsequent federal draws.
Rural & Northern Immigration Pilot
Foreign skilled workers with a valid job offer in one of the participating communities in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia can qualify for immigration. Early Childhood Educator as an occupation is in high demand in Manitoba & Saskatchewan. Applying through RNIP may improve your chances of qualification.
Being an employer-specific pilot, applicants must show their intent to live in the community. All other requirements include work experience, language proficiency, minimum education criteria, and proof of financial stability.
Atlantic Immigration Pilot
An extension of RNIP is the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP) which focuses on the immigration of foreign skilled workers in the Atlantic region of Canada. It includes New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island.
Early Childhood Educators are in huge demand in Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island. Applying through AIP may improve your chances of qualifying.
For detailed analysis and to maximize your chances of qualification for Canadian immigration, contact CanApprove.
Luisse Humirang says:
Good day, I’m enquiring about a skilled migration. I have a Diploma or Early childhood and care from Australia with 5 years of experience. I would like to know more information about living and working in Canada. Thank you.
Shiva says:
Hi Lussie,
Greetings! We are glad to help you. There are great possibilities for you to get into Canada, live and work there. Please get in touch with our immigration coordinator on WhatsApp. Thank you
Lucie says:
Hello, I am in the same situation. I have Diploma in Early Childhood Education from Australia. How can I contact you? Regards, Lucy
Shiva says:
Hi Lucie,
Please get in touch with our immigration coordinator through WhatsApp
Daisy LOUIS says:
Hi,
I have completed my graduation in Bachelor’s of Commere and pursued double Master’s in Finance. But I do have experience as early childhood educator with NOC 4214.I am eligible to apply?.
If my NOC and education does not match will it be rejected?
PRASANTHI BADUGU says:
i am having Master degree in Economics, and currently working as pre primary teacher since 2018.
and also purusing early childhood course, it will be completed on Jan 2024.
i am eligible to apply ?
Shiva says:
Yes Ms. Prasanthi, please share your updated resume to enquiry@canapprove.ae or connect with us through WhatsApp we will evaluate your profile and get back to you!
Harmanjot Kaur Khaira says:
HI, I have been recently graduated from Seneca College of applied arts and technology in the field of early childhood education . I am already working as an RECE in daycare in Ontario . From India , I have completed 12th. Due to which I just wanna choose reliable category to get PR in Canada . Can you please suggest me best option for me .
Shiva says:
Dear Harmanjot,
We will definitely help you. Please share you contact details and updated resume to enquiry@canapprove.ae or connect with us through WhatsApp. We are happy to help you. There are great chances for you to migrate to Canada.
Danielle says:
Hello,
I did my certificate 3 in early childhood, diploma im early childhood and diploma in leadership management in Australia. Am I eligible? How can I know about the steps to apply?
Shiva says:
Hi Danielle,
You are eligible to apply for this program. Please share your updated resume to enquiry@canapprove.ae or connect with us through WhatsApp we will evaluate your profile and get back to you!
Sandeep Kaur says:
HI, I have been studying in Northern College of applied arts and technology in the field of early childhood education in Ontario . I am currently doing placement which will be done in December.Can you please suggest me best option for further PR process because I have completed 12th from India . Which province should I need to move ?
Shiva says:
Hi Sandeep,
We will guide you for sure. Please get in touch with our immigration coordinator through WhatsApp
Ejie May Ojao says:
I am a graduate of BS in Biology, Professional Course in Education (Certificate in Teaching Program) completer, a Licensed Professional Teacher in the Philippines (Secondary-Science major), Specialized Course in Early Childhood Education (with SPED) completer, with 2 years experience in teaching Preschoolers and currently taking Master of Arts in Education (Science Education major). Currently awaiting a Letter of Acceptance from New Brunswick Community College for 2-year ECE program. Am I eligible in applying as ECEA? How can I apply for a certificate level 1 ? How are my credentials in ECE specialization course be evaluated to get a certificate of ECEA? Thanks.
lakshmi Tulasi nadimpalli says:
hi i am international student from India. i am studying Diploma in early childhood education and also working as supply earlychildhood educator so can i apply for PR now?
Shiva says:
Hi Lakshmi,
Once you complete your education, you can apply for PR. For further guidance, get in touch with our immigration coordinator through WhatsApp