APPLY IN THREE EASY STEPS 

$25 Domestic

$75 International 

Payment of application fee is required to process application. Application fee is non-refundable. 

The average ECE Diploma Program is approximately $12,500. Note that tuition costs of vary according to the program you choose. 

The ECA program is approximately $3,700.

Also note that there are many funding opportunities and you can get an idea of funding opportunities available to you using our NSCECE Funding Opportunities  Calculator. 

The estimates cost of books for ECE is $975 (less for ECA).

https://www.nscece.ca/fees/ 

Immediately after completing step one you will be granted access to an online portal that will help you find and organize the documents that are required for admission into the program. These include the following:

• Academic Transcripts
• Self-reported Volunteer Work
• Character References (2)
• Vulnerable Sectors Check
• Child Abuse Registry 
• Emergency Contact Information 

International Students may also require the following:

• Proof of English Proficiency (ESL)
• Police Check (International)
• Visas / Permits / Permission to Study Abroad 

You can upload your supporting documents on our online portal or you can send them to out Admissions Officer via mail. You’ll email instructions to help you complete your application online or offline.

ECE Accelerated Diploma Program or Traditional ECE Diploma Program

If you have an interest in ECE and a high school diploma or prior degree, either of these programs are a good fit for you.

Online Diploma Program with PLAR*

If you have been working in a registered early learning setting for a minimum of one-year AND have a Level 1 classification AND/OR a diploma/degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, our online program will be the fastest and easiest way for you to level up your ECE education.

ECE Accelerated Diploma Program or Traditional ECE Diploma Program

These are full time programs that take place during regular business hours. 

Online Diploma Program with PLAR

This program takes place in the evening and online and your practicum will take place in your current workplace. As a result, this program allows you to stay in your current ECE position with minimal disruption to your work and life. 

Please note that NSCECE graduates are not eligible for the post graduate work permit.