Early Childhood Education

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Early Childhood Education Diploma program, prospective students should be aware of the following Academic Requirements:

• Minimum GPA: Not specified.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
• Prerequisite courses: Not clearly mentioned.
• Deadline to apply: Not specified; however, it is advised to apply as soon as possible.

For international students, the following requirements apply:

• International students should ensure they meet any specific criteria set by the institution.
• Details for Vietnamese and Asian students are not explicitly mentioned, so it is recommended to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support.

For any further questions or assistance regarding the application process, please reach out to LOA Portal's advisors who are ready to help you navigate through your application journey.

Language Requirements

Applicants may be admitted to Durham College for our undergraduate programs if they have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent high school diploma from another country which includes:

• One senior-level English language credit (from an English-speaking country as listed below)
• Equivalent English Proficiency test results (see chart below), or
• Completion of an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program through one of our recognized English Language Partner schools.

Applicants from Canadian curriculum high schools, both inside and outside of Canada, must complete a minimum of three years of high school credits to be considered for exemption from TOEFL/Academic IELTS requirements upon provision of a full transcript.

Applicants with a minimum of three years of high school or post-secondary studies in Canada, Australia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, New Zealand, Singapore, United States, United Kingdom, Philippines, some Caribbean countries, and selected other countries may be exempted from TOEFL/Academic IELTS requirements upon provision of a full transcript. Exceptions may apply.

English Language Proficiency Tests accepted include:

• Academic IELTS: 6.0, no band score less than 5.5
• IBT TOEFL: 80, with minimum section scores of 20
• PTE Academic: 53 minimum overall, no section below 49 L,W,S,R
• CAEL: Overall scores of 60 with no section below 60
• DUOLINGO ENGLISH TEST (DET): 105

For specific programs, such as Practical Nursing, the requirements are:

• Academic IELTS: 7.0, with no band less than 6.5
• TOEFL: 94, with minimum section scores of 23

All other students must submit their valid IELTS Academic/TOEFL/PTE Academic scores to International Admissions. Only tests taken in the last 2 years and valid at the time a student begins their program will be accepted.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.