EDUC055 - Transformative Leadership in Early Childhood: From Reflection to Commitment

Course Description

Designed for early childhood education (ECE) leaders and managers, especially those in British Columbia., this course explores diverse leadership approaches, systemic thinking, and reflective practices to help participants develop responsive, inclusive leadership tailored to the unique context of early years settings. Participants will build and articulate their own leadership philosophies, focus on identity and social location, and compose a commitment statement to guide professional practice and foster collective, equitable cultures within their centres. Learning is grounded in the BC Early Learning Framework and an Ethics of Care. 

Course Outline

• Discover the implications of Ethics of Care and the BC Early Learning Framework, on early childhood education centre operations 
• Explore social locations, including identity, intersectionality, and five leadership models
• Reflect on and compose a leadership commitment statement
• Engage in self-reflection activities across all modules to improve insights, self-awareness and action

Learner Outcomes

• Develop leadership approaches rooted in an Ethics of Care aligning with the ECEBC Code of Ethics
• Understand the role of leadership within interconnected systems and communities
• Identify and reflect on social location and its impact on leadership
• Evaluate and apply diverse leadership models suited to early years settings
• Cultivate dispositions such as openness, curiosity, and collaboration
• Foster inclusive, equitable, and responsive centre cultures
• Strengthen reflective practice by composing and articulating a commitment statement
• Apply holistic, relational practices to everyday leadership challenges in ECE contexts

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Early Childhood Education Leadership Micro-credential : Core Courses