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CHILD DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER (CDP)
       APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

        STUDENT HANDBOOK

              Fall 2015

                                       Updated: September 1, 2015
CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Program Description ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL ........................................................................................................................... 7
Apprenticeship to ece Diploma ....................................................................................................................................... 7
General education courses ................................................................................................................................................ 9
  Theme 1. Arts In Society ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9
  Theme 2. Civic Life ................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
  Theme 3. Social and Cultural Understanding........................................................................................................................... 10
  Theme 4. Personal Understanding ............................................................................................................................................... 10
  Theme 5. Science And Technology .............................................................................................................................................. 10
Graduation ............................................................................................................................................................................11
Standard first aid/level c cpr ...........................................................................................................................................11
program learning outcomes ...........................................................................................................................................12
Course Information ............................................................................................................................................................12
textbooks...............................................................................................................................................................................12
child development practitioner course curriculum ................................................................................................13
students rights and responsibilities .............................................................................................................................13
academic withdrawl policy .............................................................................................................................................14
exemptions/transfer credits ............................................................................................................................................14
How to log into blackboard 9(Bb9) ..............................................................................................................................15
transcripts, receipts, t2202a and records ....................................................................................................................15
where do i get help? ..........................................................................................................................................................16
invigilated exams, tests and midterms........................................................................................................................16
assignmetns .........................................................................................................................................................................16
assignment guidlines ........................................................................................................................................................17
grading system ....................................................................................................................................................................18
Academic appeal process ................................................................................................................................................18
aCADEMIC INTEGRITY........................................................................................................................................................19
INTERNET, USE FOR RESEARCH PURPOSES ................................................................................................................19
Email Etiquette ....................................................................................................................................................................20
student success hub ..........................................................................................................................................................22
STUDENT ID CARDS .............................................................................................................................................................22
Placement inforation .........................................................................................................................................................23
  Confidentiality and statement of expectations ....................................................................................................................... 23
  FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND PROTECTION OF PRIVACY ACT .................................................................................. 23

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General inforamtion ......................................................................................................................................................................... 23
placement schedule ......................................................................................................................................................................... 24
attendance ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
apprentice responsibilities............................................................................................................................................................. 24
sponsor educator ............................................................................................................................................................................... 25
visit from course facilitator and/or placement coordinator ............................................................................................. 25
documentation ................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
evaluation ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 25

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INTRODUCTION

  Welcome to the Child Development Practitioner (CDP or ECEM) Apprenticeship Program, formerly called the
  ECE Apprenticeship Program.

   Please read your handbook carefully every semester. If you have any outstanding questions, please do not
   hesitate to ask them. If you are currently a Loyalist College student, please provide your student number,
   relevant course code and CRN (4 digit number) when emailing or calling, this will ensure prompt service.

                                                                                                                 Program
       CDP Program Clerk                    Exam Specialist                 Placement
                                                                                                                 Development
                                                                            Coordinator
                                                                                                                 Officer
         Jamie Hoard                       Heather Stoughton
                                                                                                                  Janice Quade
      ceece@loyalistc.on.ca            ceece_exams@loyalistc.on.ca       ceece_placement@loyalistc.on.ca         JQuade@loyalistc.on.ca
    613-969-1913 ext. 2393             613-969-1913 ext. 2559                                                    613-969-1913 ext. 2575

         IMPORTANT CHANGE TO CDP APPRENTICESHIP COURSE REGISTRATION
         To fall within the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) guidelines, a key element of the
         Child Development Practitioner Apprenticeship program is to ensure that your school of preference is
         Loyalist College in the MTCU’s database. Please advise the MTCU and Loyalist College of changes to your
         contact information (name/address).

         Please continue to review the Focus website for up to date information on the CDP program.

Please note: Do not contact registration unless we have invited you to register for courses. To be eligible to enroll in these courses you
must have a sponsor and be registered and in good standing with the MTCU with all fee payments up to date.

  We sincerely hope that your studies with Loyalist College will provide you with both professional and personal
  growth.

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Child Development Practitioner Apprenticeship Program (CDP) consists of a total of 22 courses; 16
theory courses and 6 placement courses. The theory courses are completed through a distance education
delivery model. The placement courses are completed at your place of employment, as well as, other
Ontario Licensed child care settings. More detailed information concerning placement courses is
provided starting on page 16 of this handbook.
In the Child Development Practitioner Apprenticeship Program, students will be expected to access
Ontario licensed childcare facilities for observations and placement courses.

The distance education delivery model depends on your ability to plan and manage your time efficiently.
While distance education offers convenience and flexibility, you should expect to allocate at least 5 hours
per week on each course you are registered in. Weeks that assignments are due, you may need to expect to
spend more time on each course.

Parallel to enrollment at Loyalist College, apprentices are also registered as a Child Development Practitioner
Apprentice with the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU). You and your employer must
enter into a contract, representing your employer’s willingness to support you in gaining specific skills at the
workplace, as well as, the signing- off of your contract which reflects the number of working hours you have
accrued.

Upon successful completion of the 22 apprenticeship courses AND the on-the-job training requirements,
you are eligible to receive the Child Development Practitioner Certificate of Apprenticeship from the MTCU.

Course registration for CDP varies based on MTCU direction. For information regarding upcoming
courses, visit:
https://www.loyalistbanner.com/PROD/cewkcrss.P_Certificates2?label=CERT_ECEM

Until further notice, registration for the Child Development Practitioner Apprenticeship Program will be
initiated by Loyalist College based on direction from the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities
(MTCU) Apprenticeship branch. The MTCU identifies when you will be eligible to register for courses in the
program and will notify Loyalist. The MTCU will also identify specific courses you are eligible to take each
semester. You will be unable to register for CDP courses on www.loyalistfocus.com. There are ECE Distance
Diploma courses accessible through web registration; these are not the courses you require as a CDP
Apprentice. You must be contacted by our office to register for CDP Apprenticeship courses.

Until further notice, courses will be offered in 2 formats.

Some apprentices will receive a call and or email from Loyalist to register for individual courses (reportable
subjects); with semester start dates and details on when registration will be available.

Other apprentices will receive a call and or email from Loyalist to register for a Level (1, 2, 3 or 4); with
semester start and end dates and details on when registration will be available. If and apprentice is offered a
level, they must complete all courses within the level in the given time frame and must pass all courses in
each level to pass the level.

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It is your responsibility to ensure you have updated your personal information with the MTCU and Loyalist
College if you have a Loyalist College student number. This would include change of name, address, phone
number during the day, sponsor and email address. You may update your information to Loyalist through by
logging in to your student Banner account. You will need to contact the MTCU directly by phone at 1-800-
387-5656.Student ID cards are only provided to Full Time Students who pay the compulsory ancillary fees in
the Fall and Winter semester.

 Course Code Reportable                  Loyalist College CDP Courses             Completed 
              Subject
Level 1
ECEP    7002   RS 15          Philosophy of ECE
DEVL    7000   RS 01          Child Development 1
COMM 7000      RS 12          Interpersonal Communication
LRNE    7003   RS 13          Infant & Toddler Learning Environment
PLAC    7003   RS 14          Infant & Toddler Learning Environment Placement
Level 2
DEVL    7001   RS 06          Child Development 2
LRNE    7000   RS 04          Preschool Learning Environment 1
PLAC    7000   RS 05          Preschool Learning Environment 1 Placement
ECEP    7000   RS 02          Creative Arts
NUTR    7000   RS 11          Health Safety and Nutrition
ECEP    7001   RS 03          Advocacy & Bias-Free Practice
Level 3
LRNE    7001   RS 07          Preschool Learning Environment 2
PLAC    7001   RS 08          Preschool Learning Environment 2 Placement
LRNE    7004   RS 16          Preschool Learning Environment 3
PLAC    7004   RS 17          Preschool Learning Environment 3 Placement
ECEP    7003   RS 18          Child Family and Community
Level 4
DEVL    7002   RS 20          Child Development 3
ECEP    7004   RS 19          Administration
LRNE    7002   RS 09          School Age Learning Environment
PLAC    7002   RS 10          School Age Learning Environment Placement *
ECEP    7005   RS 21          Advanced Curricula
PLAC    7005   RS 22          Advanced Curricula Placement

  *Cannot be completed during June, July and August or Spring semester

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WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

Technology:
   • The use of a reliable PC or Mac laptop or desktop
   • A connection with a reliable internet service
   • Access to a multi-page scanner
   • Download of Chrome as your primary web browser
   • Safari (Mac) internet browsers

Computer Skills:
   • Basic use and knowledge of using Word, PDF, saving, creating, and uploading documents
   • Converting word documents to PDF
   • Sending/receiving emails and submitting assignments through blackboard
   • Upload multiple pictures and merge them into 1 document

Other:
   • Time management (approximately five hours per course per week)
   • $25.00 per semester for supplies, postage, paper, laminating, and markers

APPRENTICESHIP TO ECE DIPLOMA

Requirements for an ECE Ontario College Diploma
(via distance):
Certificate of Apprenticeship issued by the MTCU which includes successful completion of courses 1-22 AND
on-the-job training requirements (MTCU) AND 3 general education college courses, completed within 7
years.
 General Education Courses
General Education course enhance a student’s sense of self and broad their knowledge base. As a CDP
Apprenticeship student, you must choose three courses that interest you and are offered through Loyalist
College’s Continuing Education Department. Students may register at www.loyalistfocus.com. General
Education courses need to fall into any 3 of the 5 categories below. Once you have made a decision on
your courses you must have Janice Quade- Program Coordinator approve your choices prior to registering. If
you choose courses from the list below you do not need to seek approval prior to registering.

         •   Arts in Society
         •   Civic Life
         •   Personal Understanding
         •   Social &Cultural Understanding
         •   Science & Technology

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General Education Courses Continued

Some course that you can consider are but not exclusive to:

Arts in Society

         •       WRIT8000       Creative Writing- Beginners
         •       ECEP1004       Children’s Literature
         •       GNED1000       Music as Change Agent
         •       GNED1005       Philosophy of Art Concepts and Theories

Civic Life

             •   SOCI8003       Sociology & Canadian Society
             •   BUSI8208       Political Geography

Personal Understanding

             •   COMM2012       Communications for the Workplace
             •   GNED 1019      Personal Development

Social & Cultural Understanding

             •   LANG 8015      Francais 1
             •   LANG8042       Italian for Beginners
             •   LAWS8007       Racism & Discrimination
             •   BUSI8208       Political Geography
             •   POLI8013       Introduction to Intercultural Communications
             •   COMP8152       Social Media and Society
             •   GNRL 8076      Geography and Tourism

Science & Technology

             •   COMP8166       Excel –Specialist
             •   COMP8023       Word- Specialist
             •   ANAT1005       The Human Body

If you are interested in a course that is not listed above please contact Janice Quade for approval
(jquade@loyalistc.on.ca).

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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES

 The purpose of General Education courses at Loyalist College is to broaden a student’s sense of self and the
 world in which he/she lives. In turn, this wider scope gives graduates adaptability in workplaces that are
 constantly changing.
 According to the Framework for Programs of Instruction – General Education Requirement from the MTCU,
 the purpose of General Education in the Ontario college system is to contribute to the development of
 citizens who are conscious of the diversity, complexity, and richness of the human experience; who are able
 to establish meaning through this consciousness; and who, as a result, are able to contribute thoughtfully,
 creatively, and positively to the society in which they live and work.
 General Education strengthens students’ generic skills, such as critical analysis, problem solving and
 communication, in the context of an exploration of topics with broad-based personal and/or societal
 importance.

General education courses cover areas of general interest and are divided into five themes:

                                         THEME 1. ARTS IN SOCIETY

Rationale:
The capacity of a person to recognize and evaluate artistic and creative achievements is useful in many
aspects of his/her life. Since artistic expression is a fundamentally human activity, which both reflects and
anticipates developments in the larger culture, its study will enhance the student’s cultural and self-
awareness.

Content:
Courses in this area should provide students with an understanding of the importance of visual and creative
arts in human affairs, of the artist’s and writer’s perceptions of the world and the means by which those
perceptions are translated into the language of literature and artistic expression. They will also provide an
appreciation of the aesthetic values used in examining works of art and possibly, a direct experience in
expressing perceptions in an artistic medium.

                                             THEME 2. CIVIC LIFE

Rationale:
In order for individuals to live responsibly and to reach their potential as individuals and as citizens of society,
they need to understand the patterns of human relationships that underlie the orderly interactions of a
society’s various structural units. Informed people will have knowledge of the meaning of civic life in relation
to diverse communities at the local, national, and global level, and an awareness of international issues and
the effects of these on Canada, and Canada’s place in the international community.

Content:
Courses in this area should provide students with an understanding of the meaning of freedoms, rights, and
participation in community and public life, in addition to a working knowledge of the structure and function
of various levels of government (municipal, provincial, national) in Canada and/or in an international context.

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They may also provide an historical understanding of major political issues affecting relations between the
various levels of government in Canada and their constituents.

                        THEME 3. SOCIAL AND CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING

Rationale:
Knowledge of the patterns and precedents of the past provide the means for a person to gain an awareness of
his or her place in contemporary culture and society. In addition to this awareness, students will acquire a
sense of the main currents of their culture and that of other cultures over an extended period of time in order
to link personal history to the broader study of culture.

Content:
Courses in this area are those that deal broadly with major social and cultural themes. These courses may also
stress the nature and validity of historical evidence and the variety of historical interpretation of events.
Courses will provide the students with a view and understanding of the impact of cultural, social, ethnic, or
linguistic characteristics.

                                THEME 4. PERSONAL UNDERSTANDING

Rationale:
Educated people are equipped for life-long understanding and development of themselves as integrated
physiological and psychological entities. They are aware of the ideal need to be fully functioning ersons:
mentally, physically, emotionally, socially, spiritually, and vocationally.

Content:
Courses in this area will focus on understanding the individual: his or her evolution; situation; relationship with
others; place in the environment and universe; achievements and problems; and his or her meaning and
purpose. They will also allow students the opportunity to study institutionalized human social behaviour in a
systematic way. Courses fulfilling this requirement may be oriented to the study of the individual within a
variety of contexts.

                                 THEME 5. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Rationale:
Matter and energy are universal concepts in science, forming a basis for understanding the interactions that
occur in living and non-living systems in our universe. Study in this area provides an understanding of the
behaviour of matter that provides a foundation for further scientific study and the creation of broader
understanding about natural phenomena. Similarly, the various applications and developments in the area of
technology have an increasing impact on all aspects of human endeavour and have numerous social,
economic, and philosophical implications. For example, the operation of computers to process data at high
speed has invoked an interaction between machines and the human mind that is unique in human history.
This development and other technological developments have a powerful impact on how we deal with many
of the complex questions in our society.

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Content:
Courses in this area should stress scientific inquiry and deal with basic or fundamental
questions of science rather than applied ones. They may be formulated from traditional
basic courses in such areas of study as biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy,
geology, or agriculture. As well, courses related to understanding the role and functions
of computers (e.g., data management and information processing), and assorted
computer-related technologies, should be offered in a non-applied manner to provide
students with an opportunity to explore the impact of these concepts and practices on
their lives.

GRADUATION

 When you see all of your final marks posted in BANNER and are ready to graduate, scan and
 email the following documents to Janice Quade (JQuade@loyalistc.on.ca);

     1. Child Development Practitioner Certificate- Once you have completed your last course we
         report marks to the MTCU within two weeks of the level ending, they intern put the marks
         on your transcript for your Training Consultant to review. At this point you can request
         your CDP Certificate. This is generated by your Training Consultant at the MTCU.
     2. Provide proof of current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C Certification approved by the Heart and
     Stroke Foundation of Ontario.
     3. To obtain your ECE Distance Diploma a minimum grade of 50% is required to pass all theory courses,
         but you must have an overall GPA of 60% in the program.
     *Please note prior to fall 2014 a passing grade of 60% is required to pass all theory courses.

Convocation is held in June each year. If you finish the program at end of a Winter term and wish to graduate
at the end of that academic year, all documents required for graduation will need to be submitted by the end
of the last week in April. Otherwise all documents can be submitted at any time through the year when you
finish the program. An invitation to convocation will be sent to you in May of the academic year you finished
the program requirements. Details regarding convocation are posted on the Loyalist College website:
http://www.loyalistcollege.com/current-students/convocation/

STANDARD FIRST AID/LEVEL C CPR

 Proof of current Standard First Aid and Level C CPR are required for all students engaging in a placement
 experience as well as a requirement upon graduation. This documentation needs to be shared with your
 facilitator and/or the placement coordinator. Accepted Standard First Aid and Level C CPR is available
 through the following agencies (Ontario/Canadian Standards);
           • Red Cross
           • St. Johns
           • Lifesaving Society
 American based Standard First Aid will not be accepted as your required Standard First Aid for
 Placements or graduation.
 Other options may be requested.

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PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

 Upon successful completion of the program, you will demonstrate the ability to:
    1. Identify the basic principles of development in all domains from caption to adolescence.
    2. Critically examine current child development research.
    3. Identify and utilize a variety of observation techniques.
    4. Act in a manner consistent with the principles of fairness, equity and diversity.
    5. Communicate positively with young children.
    6. Plan, implement and evaluate programs that foster self-expression and creativity.
    7. Meet the needs and interests of individual children by planning, implementing and evaluating
        small group activities focused on math, language, physical knowledge, and problem-solving
        skills.
    8. Create positive learning environments for infant, toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children
        by planning, implementing and evaluating curriculum.
    9. Promote a healthy a safe environment for children.
    10. Engage in the process of interpersonal communication.
    11. Consolidate and apply professional, ethical and philosophical issues.
    12. Support the complex process of socialization of the young child.
    13. Outline the principles and procedures involved in the administration of an early childhood
    environment.
    14. Support the inclusion of children.
    15. Integrate curricula and theories of early learning into one’s own professional practice.

COURSE INFORMATION

 Course information, outlines and assignments will be available on Blackboard 9 (Bb9) on the course start
 date. Course facilitators will be using Bb9 as a discussion board for students and it will be used to post
 pertinent course information that needs to be distributed to students. Unless otherwise stated in your
 course, all assignments are to be submitted through Bb9.

 It is the responsibility of the student to login to their Bb9 frequently to check for new information,
 announcements or updated course material. It is recommended that students check Bb9 at least twice a
 week.
 Apprentices should be aware that some courses may require invigilated tests or final exams to be
 completed at a designated testing centre in your community.

TEXTBOOKS

Textbooks are not included in course fees. You are responsible for arranging to have the required
textbooks for each course. To determine the textbooks required in each course, visit
http://www.bkstr.com/loyaliststore/shop/textbooks-and-course-materials or review your course outline.

Textbooks may be purchased through the Loyalist Bookstore and are shipped to you. You can order
textbooks online at http://www.bkstr.com/loyaliststore/shop/textbooks-and-course-materials.
It is important to purchase your textbooks at the beginning of the semester to ensure a successful start to your
course

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER COURSE CURRICULUM

  MTCU Code      Course Code       Title                                        Fee
  RS 01          DEVL7000          Child Development I                          $70
  RS 15          ECEP7002          Philosophy of ECE                            $70
  RS 12          COMM7000          Interpersonal Communication                  $70
  RS 01          ECEP7000          Creative Arts                                $70
  RS 03          ECEP7001          Advocacy & Bias Free Practice                $70
  RS 04          LRNE7000          Preschool Learning Environment I             $70
  RS 05          PLAC7000          Preschool Learning Env. I Placement          $20
  RS 06          DEVL7001          Child Development II                         $70
  RS 07          LRNE7001          Preschool Learning Environment II            $70
  RS 08          PLAC7001          Preschool Learning Env. II Placement         $20
  RS 09          LRNE7002          School Age Learning Environment              $70
  RS 10          PLAC7002          School Age Learning Env. Placement           $20
  RS 11          NUTR7000          Health, Safety & Nutrition                   $70
  RS 13          LRNE7003          Infant/Toddler Learning Environment          $70
  RS 14          PLAC7003          Infant/Toddler Learning Env. Placement       $20
  RS 16          LRNE7004          Preschool Learning Environment III           $70
  RS 17          PLAC7004          Preschool Learning Env. III Placement        $20
  RS 18          ECEP7003          Child, Family & Community                    $70
  RS 19          ECEP7004          Administration                               $70
  RS 20          DEVL7002          Child Development III                        $70
  RS 21          ECEP7005          Advanced Curricula                           $70
  RS 22          PLAC7005          Advanced Curricula Placement                 $20

School Age Learning Environment Placement is not offered in the Spring Semester for Individual
courses or in June July or August for Level.

All courses including your 3 Gen Ed’s must be completed within 7 years.

STUDENTS RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All students must comply with the manual regarding the Student Rights and Responsibilities located online at:
2015-2016 Student Guide

The Student Rights and Responsibilities includes the below information regarding Compulsory Academic
Withdrawal.

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ACADEMIC WITHDRAWL POLICY

Students who do not successfully complete 50% of the courses or modules in which they enroll in each of
two consecutive semesters in the same program or different programs will not be allowed to re-enroll for a
third attempt in any Loyalist College program in a subsequent semester unless special permission is granted
by the school dean. If the Dean is unable to grant re-enrolment in the course or program to the student, the
student will not be eligible to re- enroll in any program at Loyalist College for a minimum of one calendar
year.

EXEMPTIONS/TRANSFER CREDITS

 Exemptions are courses that been taken at Loyalist College in a different program. For example a
 communications course taken in Business could be exempt from a communications course in ECE.
 Exemptions from courses are not guaranteed. There is no cost for exemptions.

 Transfer of credit is when a student is transferring credit from another post-secondary institution to
 Loyalist College. There is a $25.00 fee charged per course for assessment of transfers of credit. CDP
 courses completed other Ontario Colleges transferring to the CDP program Loyalist College will transfer
 at no charge. Students may not be exempt or transfer credits for more than 75% of the program
 requirements and must meet the 25% residing requirements to graduate from Loyalist College.

 To apply for transfer credits/exemptions, your post –secondary education must have been completed
 within the last 7 years to be considered for assessment. Please contact the CDP Program Clerk
 ceece@loyalistc.on.ca for an assessment package to assist you in preparing your documentation for
 submission. Internationally completed education will need to be translated into Canadian standards and
 equivalency either through ICAS or WES.

Once the assessment process is completed you be will be contacted via email. If awarded transfer
credits/exemptions payment must be made within your first semester of taking courses. If payment is not
provided until the student is ready to graduate, credit may not be granted if older than 7 years at the time of
payment. Once payment is provided, your record will be updated on Banner and the MTCU will be notified. As
of Fall 2013, students will no longer be able to see applied Transfer Credits (TC’s) in Banner. To view the TC,
print an unofficial transcript from Banner or request from Registrar’s Office. If a student is planning to
graduate from Loyalist, all grades need to be recorded on their Loyalist transcript either by taking the
course, PLAR or transfer of credit. It is at the discretion of Loyalist College to grant a transfer credit based
on their College policies.

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HOW TO LOG INTO BLACKBOARD 9(BB9)

 Students are only able to login to Blackboard 9 (Bb9) if they are currently registered in a course and the
 course has begun according to the course start date.

*Please note Blackboard 9 currently runs smoothly using the internet browser Chrome.

 To login to Blackboard:
     1. Go to www.myloyalist.com
     2. Your username is your: firstnamelastname
     3. Your password is your date of birth in the format of YYMMDD
     4. Click on the Blackboard 9 icon.

 If you have trouble or issues logging into your course(s), email the helpdesk at
 helpdesk@loyalistc.on.ca or call toll free at 1-888-569-2547 ext. 2420. Expect at least a 48 hour
 (business days) turnaround time. If you are experiencing an emergency Blackboard issue on off
 hours, please contact the College Security at 1 613 969-1913.

 Once you are logged on, you will see a list of courses you are registered in. Please read the student
 handbook before you start your courses each semester. You will also find a welcome message, the course
 outline, assignment information, facilitator information, important dates and possibly other specialized
 information pertaining to the course. Courses will not be available until the course start date.

 Blackboard 9 currently runs smoothly using the internet browser Chrome.
 https://www.google.com/chrome/browser/

 Technologies Not Supported
 The following technologies are not supported in SP 11:
    • Internet Explorer 6, 7
    • Firefox 1.x, 2.0, 3.0, 3.5, and 3.6
    • Safari 2.0, 3.x and any version on Windows
    • Windows XP 64-bit Mac OSX 10.3, 10.4, 10.5
    • Java 5, although it may continue to work

TRANSCRIPTS, RECEIPTS, T2202A AND RECORDS

 It is your responsibility to:
       • Verify your transcripts and request updates if any grades or course information is incorrect
       • Monitor your progress
       • Ensure that you are meeting program requirements
       • Notify the Registrar’s Office of any changes in name, mailing address, telephone number, email
          address

To view your receipt, grade, or print an unofficial transcript please go to:
    • Go to www.myloyalist.com
    • Your username is your: firstnamelastname
    • Your password is your birth date (YYMMDD)
    • Click on the Banner icon
    • Click "Enter Secure Area"

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•   Your user ID is your student number
  •   Your PIN number is your birthday in the format of YYMMDD or the PIN you created previously
  •   The first time you log into Banner it will state your PIN expired - you will need to create a new PIN
  •   Select Student Services

  Questions about tax receipts? Access your student files on-line, e-mail us at T2202A@loyalistc.on.ca
  or phone (613) 969-1913 ext. 2187.

  To view applied transfer credits you must print off an unofficial transcript.

WHERE DO I GET HELP?

Technical Assistance:        helpdesk@loyalistc.on.ca or 1-888-569-2547 ext. 2420
Registration or Withdrawals: 1-866-344-9944 or 613-969-7900
Accounting Inquiries:        accounts@loyalistc.on.ca or 1-888-569-2547 ext. 2301

INVIGILATED EXAMS, TESTS AND MIDTERMS

As of Winter 2014, the CDP Apprenticeship program will incorporate invigilated testing for multiple
courses in the program. Please click here for more information.
Invigilated exams, tests and midterms are due at 4:00 p.m. on the due date (no exceptions,
unless documentation is provided).

ASSIGNMENTS

All assignments, unless otherwise stated in your course, must be submitted through Blackboard 9 (Bb9). All
assignments must be computer generated using Microsoft Word (.doc or rtf format), double spaces and
paginated with font size of 12pt and 1 inch margins. All assignments must have a title page with your full
name, course facilitator’s name, course name, title of the assignment and the date. Please back up your
documents using an external hard drive or USB, extensions will not be granted for computer glitches.

Save your assignment as your name, course code and
assignment name. Example: MSmith-DEVL7000-Midterm.

If your assignment requires it to be mailed in, it must be postmarked no later than the assignment due
date. Include a return self-addressed envelope for assignments to be returned, otherwise it will be kept
until the end of the semester and destroyed.

All assignments have marks allocated for professional presentation. This includes spelling, grammar
and punctuation, clear, concise expression of ideas and proper use of A.P.A style referencing.

Late assignments will receive a 10% deduction from the grade for the first week, no request, excuse or
documentation required. If an assignment is more than one week late it may not be accepted and will be
given a grade of “0”.

Requests for an extension due to extenuating circumstances will be considered by the coordinator when
accompanied by documentation such as a doctor’s note.

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ASSIGNMENT GUIDLINES

Assignments are designed to assess whether you have accomplished the course outcomes. Assignments take a
variety of forms that will require you to demonstrate your ability to:
    • Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly
    • Locate, analyze and present relevant information, from a variety of sources, in your own words
    • Implement theory into practice
    • Understand, integrate and reflect on content

   If an assignment requires           Do:                                      Do Not:
   you to:
   Compare and or contrast          Identify things that are similar        Describe each independently
   (philosophies/environment/        and things that are different            without
   programs, etc.)                                                            referring to similarities and
   Discuss (an issue)               Conduct research and write a             diff material from the
                                                                             Print
                                     paper that presents your own               Internet and submit it as your
                                     thoughts, the pros and cons of             assignment
                                     the issue, and/or evidence to
                                     support your belief about the
                                     issue
   Create (checklist, portfolio,    Gather and analyze samples              Submit material that already
   parent handbook, newsletter,      from a variety of sources                exists (for example, the parent
   memo, budget, resource file,     Develop your own version                 handbook from your workplace)
   experience file, etc.)
   Answer review questions          Answer the questions in your            Copy the answer from the
                                     own words                              textbook
   Summarize (an article)           Identify the purpose of the             Copy the sections you feel are the
                                     article and all of the key ideas, in       most important points
                                     your own words
   Write a research paper           Develop a thesis statement              Copy existing material
                                    Research the topic and write a          Express your personal
                                     fact-based paper that proves the         opinions or feelings about the
                                     thesis statement                         topic
                                    Reference all source documents
   Write an essay                   Write a paper that presents your        Copy existing material on the topic
                                     understanding of the essay topic
                                    Reference all sources
   Plan/Implement/Evaluate          Use the theories presented in           Submit activities planned and
   Activities                        the course to plan/implement/            presented prior to
                                    evaluate new activities                  taking the course
   Provide examples                 Provide relevant examples you           Repeat examples
                                     have witnessed                           provided in the
   Observe (a child, an             Record the facts only                   Interpret and/or analyze
   environment, etc.)               Record verbal interactions               what you observed
                                     verbatim

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Assess (a child, an             Use the assessment tool             Interpret or express your opinion
   environment, etc.)               provided with the course               about the
                                    documentation                          results of the
                                   submit the completed                   assessment
                                    assessment tool                     Submit a summary of the findings
   Define (a word or term          Provide the definition as it is     Summarize or interpret the
   used in a text or reading)       written in the text or reading     definition

GRADING SYSTEM

In most cases, students will receive a percentage grade. Grades are submitted to the Registrar’s Office by
facilitators and are used in the calculation of program weighted averages. When failed courses appear on the
transcript, the numerical grade achieved is calculated in the program weighted average. Other grading
symbols (Pass, Fail, Exemption, etc.) are not calculated in weighted average.

 In order to receive “A” level marks, assignments must show direct application of the material covered in the
 required readings and lessons.

 A minimum grade of 50% is required to pass individual courses. An overall average (GPA) of 60% is required
 obtain your ECE diploma.

 All placement courses are graded Pass/Fail. Grades for placement courses will not be assigned until
 your course facilitator receives all the completed forms for the placement.

ACADEMIC APPEAL PROCESS

 A student can discuss a grade with faculty at any time during the semester with the intent of
 clarifying the reasons for the grade. A student can also appeal a grade at any time during the
 semester as per the process below. Any appeal related to marks or grades must be initiated within
 ten (10) working days from the issuance of final grades (grades submission deadline) to initiate an
 academic grade appeal. This policy/procedure works in collaboration with Academic Operating
 Policy AOP 224: Evaluation of Student Performance.

For the steps to appeal visit:
http://www.loyalistcollege.com/current-students/academic-policies/aop-231-academic-appeal-
process/

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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

 All Loyalist students must comply with the manual regarding the Student Code of Conduct located online at:
http://www.loyalistcollege.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/DRAFT-Student-Guide-2014-15-revised-
Sept-2.pdf

 Loyalist College believes that the development of self-discipline and acceptable standards of academic
 integrity are fundamental to the learning process. The establishment and maintenance of professional
 behaviour is the responsibility of all members of the Loyalist College community.
 Sanctions for non-compliance range from a written warning to expulsion from the College. All students are
 expected to conform to the following behaviour:
    • Represent themselves honestly in all communications, applications, assignments,
        examinations, and other correspondence;
    • This includes the inappropriate use or possession of unauthorized aids or assistance in connection with
        any form of academic work. It is expected that all work submitted must be one’s own or clearly cited;
    • Foster a positive learning environment for all individuals and respect the views of others during class
        discussions;
    • Use computer resources, including the internet, in accordance with Loyalist College policy and
        not store or transmit offensive material through computing resources;
    • Respect and adhere to all policies of Loyalist College relating to student conduct.

 Loyalist College will penalize acts that demonstrate disregard for the standards of academic integrity. At
 minimum, a student will be graded zero on any material thought to be dishonest, but the College may
 reserve the right to impose a full range of sanctions including suspension or expulsion.

 Plagiarism involves submitting work that is substantially copied from the work of another person and
 representing that work as your own. This includes: the work of other students, books, magazines,
 information found on the internet, periodicals, newspapers, etc.
 A number of courses have assignments that require you to answer textbook review questions. Copying the
 answer from the textbook word-for-word is plagiarism. Review questions must always be answered in your
 own words. The only exception is if the question asks you to define a word or term; definitions can be
 copied word-for-word.

 In order to avoid plagiarism, you must document all your sources both within the text of the written
 document and in the reference section at the end of the document.

 The Academic Integrity Protocol process is available at http://www.loyalistcollege.com/wp-
 content/uploads/2014/03/DRAFT-Student-Guide-2014-15-revised-Sept-2.pdf

INTERNET, USE FOR RESEARCH PURPOSES

 The Internet can be a valuable source of information to students. However, it is your responsibility to
 evaluate the credibility of information found on the Internet before using it for the purposes of
 completing an assignment.
 All five of the following components must be considered:

 Source: Note the extension on the website address. A site that ends in .gov or .gc comes the government;
 .edu is froman education institution; .org is from an organization; .com may be a commercial site, which may
 be informative but may also be trying to sell something.

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Author: Articles on a credible website have author(s) who are either people or organizations. Authors
have credentials and expertise in the subject matter. An e-mail address at the bottom of the page does not
signify authorship.

Current: The information must be current. Has the site been updated recently? The date the website was
last revised should appear at the bottom of the website page.

Accuracy: Is the information correct and without errors? Is there a reference section? A reference section will
include all original sources of the information used by the author. Does the article contain facts, interviews
or statistics that can be verified elsewhere? Is the information biased with a political, personal or economic
agenda? Is the information simply a personal opinion or an attempt to sell something?

Purpose: Is the purpose of the article to educate, inform, influence or sell a product?

If you are satisfied that the information is credible, it is appropriate to reference it to support the content of
your assignment. It is not acceptable to simply print material from a website and submit it as your
assignment. For example; for an assignment that asks you to discuss a current issue in child care, it would
be appropriate to talk about, in your own words, material you find on the website for the Association of
Early Childhood Educators, Ontario. It would not be appropriate to simply print the Association’s Position
Paper on Universality and present it as your discussion of the issue.

EMAIL ETIQUETTE

Etiquette is defined as the rules governing socially acceptable behavior. Socially acceptable behavior varies
greatly depending on who you are with, your relationship to that person, and the environment that you are
in. If you are writing to coworkers that you communicate with frequently and have developed working
relationships with them, you can be as flexible as the environment allows. However, if you are
corresponding with an instructor, you will need to be more careful with your behavior. Despite the fact that
this article is largely concerned with email, most of this advice will also apply to other forms of electronic
communications such as chat, message boards, and web pages.
Why do I need to worry about email etiquette?

Most people in business and education are using email as a form of communication. Just as you follow
certain normative expectations when communicating with different types of people in person, you should
also do the same when writing. Not following these types of social standards can often lead to
miscommunication, resulting in the recipient holding a negative opinion or simply ignoring your email
altogether.

Generally speaking, well written messages will be more effective in conveying your ideas and building
strong relationships with peers, teachers, and employers. In other words, how you act in a social
environment plays an important role in how people form their opinions about you. In some cases, email
may be the only form of communication that you have with an individual. Therefore, using good etiquette
in your messages is paramount.

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Format

 Address the email recipient properly. For example, be sure to use the proper salutation, social title and
 greeting (i.e., Mr. Ms. Miss, Dr. Professor, etc.). Also, check to see if your recipient has a strong preference on
 how they should be addressed. Normally, they will let you know if they would like you to alter how you are
 addressing them.

 Rules on Using First Names:
     • Only use a recipient’s first name if you have a personal relationship with that person.
     • If they have sent you a message signing it with only their first name.
     • Don’t shorten a name or assume a common nickname for someone. (i.e., not all people named
         Robert will want to be called Bob.).

 Message Length:
 Make sure that your message length is appropriate for the subject. Don’t ramble! If a message is too long and
 does not get to the point quickly, the recipient may quit reading and disregard the message. If a message is
 too short, you may be perceived as being snippy or uncommunicative. Use lists when possible. This will make
 the information easier for the recipient to read.

 One subject per message:
 Keep to a single subject when composing a message. Also, be sure that your subject line accurately describes
 the nature of the email

 General

 Tone: Pleasantries go a long way! Greetings and salutations such as, “Hello”, “Have a good weekend”,” Hope
 you are feeling better!” work very well in developing and maintaining a professional rapport. Also, don’t
 forget to write “Please” and “Thank You”.

 ALL CAPITAL LETTERS: Writing in all capital letters is perceived as yelling in written communication. Capital
 letters are also much harder
 to read; we rely on ascenders and descenders in letters such as b, d, g, h, q, y to help us recognize
 characters by their shapes. In other words, avoid composing messages in all capital letters at all
 cost.

 Over punctuating: Avoid overusing punctuation in messages. Depending on your audience, the following
 may be perceived as unprofessional:
    ƒ ! !!!!!! ??????????
    ƒ Emoticons ☺ " :) ;) =)

 Abbreviations: Don’t use abbreviations when communicating professionally. For example, don’t use the
 following:
    • ™“U” instead of you
    • “2” instead of “too” or “to”
    • “thanx” instead of” Thanks”; etc.
The above examples may be acceptable in messages addressed to close friends, but are normally considered
too casual when communicating professionally.

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Egregious: Proof Read! Always proof read messages before clicking send. Also, be sure and double‐check your
spelling and grammar manually. Spell check will not catch the times when you incorrectly use “to” and should
have used “too” or “there” when you should have used “their”. Lastly, check names for misspelling.

STUDENT SUCCESS HUB

 The Student Success Hub can be contacted at 1-888-569-2547 ext. 2519 or 613-969-1913 ext. 2519
 and offers the following services:
   • Student Success Mentoring
   • Peer Tutoring
   • Testing
   • Counselling
   • International Centre
   • AccessAbility Centre
   • Mind and WellnessAccessAbility Centre

 The AccessAbility Centre team is committed to providing academic supports to students with
 documented disabilities. Services are free, voluntary and confidential.

 The mission statement of the AccessAbility Centre is to foster a supportive and accessible environment.
 Loyalist College upholds this principle of service provision to all students with disabilities which may
 include learning disabilities, ADHD, deaf, hard of hearing, blind, low vision, mobility, medical, brain injury,
 ASD/Aspergers, and mental health.-

 It is the student's responsibility to self-identify in regards to any academic supports and accommodations
 that may be required. Students are encouraged to contact the AccessAbility Centre well in advance of
 attending to discuss individualized academic accommodations and supports. Loyalist College is mandated
 by the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA).

 Student Success Mentor is available by calling 613-969-1913 ext. 2519
 Student Success Mentors guide students to develop educational plans which support their life and, in
 collaboration with other college resources, assist students in identifying options for success.

STUDENT ID CARDS

As a Distance Student you will not receive a Student ID card. Student ID cards are provided to Full Time Day
Students who pay the compulsory ancillary fees in the Fall and Winter semesters.

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PLACEMENT INFORMATION

                     CONFIDENTIALITY AND STATEMENT OF EXPECTATIONS

Prior to starting each placement, you are required to read, sign and submit the Student Confidentiality
form and the Statement of Expectations form which are found in your course. You are responsible for
submitting original signed copies to the sponsor educator and a photocopy to the course facilitator.
Signing these forms indicates your understanding of the expectations regarding; (a) maintaining
confidentiality regarding all children, parents, caregivers, staff and workplace events and (b) professional
behavior. Violation of these policies may result in terminations of the placement and a “Fail” grade.

                  FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND PROTECTION OF PRIVACY ACT

Personal information collected on application forms and placement assessment forms, as well as any
personal information shared during the completion of assignments or placement, will only be used
to assess your learning outcomes and to make decisions concerning your academic status.

Personal information is collected for the administrative and statistical purposes of Loyalist College under the
authority of the Ministry of Colleges and Universities Act, R.S.O. 1990, and Regulations 770, as well as the
Freedom of Information
and Protection of Privacy Act, specifically sections 21 and 49.

                                          GENERAL INFORAMTION

There are 6 placement courses in the CDP Apprenticeship. Placement courses must be completed at
licensed childcare facilities as well as an elementary school junior/senior kindergarten full day learning
classroom.

You may complete a maximum of 4 of the 6 placement courses at your place of employment if it meets age
and Ontario Licensing requirements. A minimum of 2 placement courses must be completed at another
Ontario licensed child care setting/agencies. Placements completed at your place of employment must be
completed in a room other than the one in which you typically work and with the appropriated age group.

Your course facilitator must approve your placement location before you start completing
placement hours. Your course facilitator and/or your program coordinator have the right to not
approve a site/location.

All placements require a Negative Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Persons Screen and negative TB
Screening prior to starting.

You are responsible for making arrangements to complete placement courses at settings other than your
place of employment. You must receive signed, written permission from the centre supervisor and submit it
to your course facilitator, along with your placement schedule, prior to beginning your placement. These
forms and further information is provided in Blackboard 9.

Placement hours do not count towards your on-the-job training hours. On-the-job training hours do not count
towards placement hours.

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Placement                                   Group of Children                    Placement Hours
  PLAC 7000 Preschool 1 Placement             2.5-5 years                                   42
  PLAC 7001 Preschool 2 Placement             2.5-5 years                                   96
  PLAC 7002 School Age Placement (Must be JK/SK elementary school                           40
  completed in the Fall or Winter term)

  PLAC7003 Infant & Toddler Placement         0-30 month                                    40

  PLAC 7004 Preschool 3 Placement             2.5-5 years                                   96

  PLAC 7005 Advanced Curricula Placement      Approved Setting                              96

                                          PLACEMENT SCHEDULE

You are responsible for development a schedule for completing the required hours, and submitting it to your
sponsor educator and course facilitator for written approval prior to starting the placement. Placement hours
must be schedule in block of no less than 3 hours.

                                               ATTENDANCE

  You are required to be present when scheduled, be punctual and keep an accurate, up-to-date record
  of attendance, including number of hours worked, on the designated form.

  If you are unable to attend your scheduled hours, you must notify your course facilitator and your sponsor
  educator. All schedule hours missed must be made up, at a time agreed upon by you and your sponsor
  educator.

  You are responsible for submitting your record of attendance to your course facilitator upon completion
  of the required number of hours.

                                      APPRENTICE RESPONSIBILITIES

  You are responsible for:
   • Identifying the individual at the centre who will be responsible for completing all evaluations forms
       (the“sponsor educator”)
   • Showing the placement course outline to the sponsor educator
   • Informing the sponsor educator of all assignments
   • Arranging with the sponsor educator appropriate times to carry out the assignments and receive
       feedback
   • Informing the course facilitator of any concerns about the ability to meet the placement requirements
   • Maintain and submitting all required documentation to your course facilitator

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