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Welcome, and congratulations on your acceptance into the Early Childhood Care and Education program at the Prince of Wales Campus.

You are about to begin a very exciting and busy new chapter of your life! The information provided here is intended to help you prepare for the upcoming semester. Please read through it carefully, and contact us if you have any questions.

Essential Information

Below is the list of required courses for year 1 of your program. To complete your course registration, log in to Self Service. For further information and step-by-step instructions, please visit our course registration guide. 

2026 PS Fall

  • COMM-1025-ECCE
  • ECCE-1000-ECCE
  • ECCE-1070-ECCE
  • EDUC-1000-ECCE
  • PSYC-1010-ECCE
  • SAFE-1005-ECCE
  • NCPR-1000-ECCE

2027 PS Winter

  • ECCE-1011-ECCE
  • ECCE-1030-ECCE
  • ECCE-1200-ECCE
  • EDUC-1005-ECCE
  • PRAC-1000-ECCE

Holland College - Key Dates:

  • First Day of Classes (Fall Semester): September 8, 2026
  • Last Day of Classes (Fall Semester): December 18, 2026
  • First Day of Classes (Winter Semester): January 5, 2027
  • Last Day of Classes (Winter Semester): April 23, 2027
  • February Break (No Classes): February 22-26, 2027

For a complete list of important dates, please consult the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar: https://www.hollandcollege.com/student-experience/registrars-office/academic-calendar.html

Program Key Dates:

  • Student Volunteer Days with Early Childhood Development Association Fall Conference: November 5-6, 2027

Required Books

  1. Learning Together with Young Children: A Curriculum Framework for Reflective Teachers (2nd Ed.). Curtis & Carter ISBN 9781605545226 (purchase not required; e-text will be available for access).

  2. Guiding Young Children’s Social Development and Learning (9th Ed.). Kostelnik, Whiren, Sodeman, & Gregory ISBN 9781305960756.

  3. Meaningful Curriculum for Young Children (2nd Ed.). Moravcik, Nolte, & Feeney ISBN 9780134513218.

Required Materials & Tools

  • A current Vulnerable Sector Screen (VSS) is required before participating in any experiences involving children (do not request before program start)
  • Digital Camera (cell phones are not acceptable for student use for images in Centres)
  • Outdoor clothing for ALL types of weather
  • Various standard school supplies (ex: pens, notebooks, etc.)
  • Various resources required for the creation of play and curriculum materials for use with children and in the classroom


Required Technology

Regular access to the Internet, a computer, a printer, and printing supplies

Your First Day

  • Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
  • Time: 9:00 AM
  • Location: Room 111E, Charlottetown Centre, Prince of Wales Campus
  • What should I bring? You are welcome to bring a notepad and pen to the first day. No books or other materials will be necessary.

We will look forward to seeing you on September 8th! We will wrap up by 2:30pm that day.

Program-Specific Information

A current Vulnerable Sector Screen (VSS) is required before participating in any experiences involving children (do not request before program start). More details will be shared in class. 

A Message from the Program

Welcome to the Early Childhood Care and Education program. We are so happy you will be joining us in September!! Your time in the program will be a mix of in-class sessions, hands-on learning, on-site observations and practicum experiences in early learning centres. As this program is focused on creating developmentally appropriate and play-based emergent curriculum for young children, be prepared to take the learning outdoors throughout the year- in all kinds of weather! We are excited to be a part of your journey as a Holland College student as you head towards a rewarding career as an early childhood educator. See you in the fall!

Contact Information

Welcome Hub
Find everything you need for September, from event schedules to resources and helpful checklists.
College Kickstart
Complete our online pre-arrival program to get ready for the year ahead and learn about available support services.