Campus
Duration
3 years, or as determined by industry guidelines
Credential Awarded
Certificate of Apprenticeship, Ontario College Certificate

How to Apply

  1. Refer to Admission Requirements and find an employer before applying.

  2. Apply for an apprenticeship through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. If you have questions, please connect with Employment Ontario:

    • Live chat: Employment Ontario (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST)
    • Phone: 416.326.5656
    • Toll-free: 1.800.387.5656
  3. If your application is approved by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, they will contact you and your sponsor to sign a registered training agreement.  

  4. Once your registered training agreement is signed, email Michelle Grant at michelle.grant1@senecapolytechnic.ca to apply for the Child Development Practitioner apprenticeship program and provide:

    • your full name and contact information
    • a copy of your registered training agreement
    • proof of education (Grade 12 diploma or equivalent).
  5. You will receive a Seneca application and a consent form by email, which you need to sign and return.

  6. Seneca will send you an email acknowledging the receipt of your forms. If you are accepted into the program, you’ll also receive an email telling you when you can enrol.