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[TAKE OUR CAREER TRAINING READINESS KIT](https://yourcareerexploration.ca/?lead_src=w-cta-box&mid=18419) Live Chat   Tour   Ask   Explore   - [All Campuses](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/national) - [Montreal French](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal-fr) - [Montreal](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal) - [Ottawa](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/ottawa) - [Toronto](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/toronto) - [Winnipeg](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/Winnipeg) - [Herzing Skilled Trades Training](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades) - [Kompass Professional Development](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training) #### SELECT A CATEGORY: - Categories - [All Campuses](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/national) - [Montreal French](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal-fr) - [Montreal](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal) - [Ottawa](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/ottawa) - [Toronto](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/toronto) - [Winnipeg](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/Winnipeg) - [Herzing Skilled Trades Training](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades) - [Kompass Professional Development](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training) ## All Education Posts ## [Inside Herzing’s Educational Assistant Program: What to Expect](https://blog.herzing.ca/inside-herzings-educational-assistant-program-what-to-expect) [![EA interacting with young children in a classroom](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/EA%20program.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/inside-herzings-educational-assistant-program-what-to-expect) Jun 24, 2026, 10:13:45 AM With more students requiring individualized support, the demand for trained EAs continues to grow across Canada. Herzing College’s Educational Assistant program was designed to prepare students for the realities of today’s classrooms, with a strong focus on inclusive education, assistive technology, and real-world skills. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/inside-herzings-educational-assistant-program-what-to-expect) ## [What Exactly Does an Educational Assistant Do? The Role Explained](https://blog.herzing.ca/what-exactly-does-an-educational-assistant-do-the-role-explained) [![Educational assistant reading a story to a boy in a wheelchair](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/education%20assistant%20in%20class.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/what-exactly-does-an-educational-assistant-do-the-role-explained) Jun 18, 2026, 8:00:03 AM When people think about schools, they usually picture teachers leading lessons at the front of the room. But if you look a little closer, you’ll often see another professional quietly working alongside students: an educational assistant (EA). They might be helping a child with reading, offering encouragement during a math activity, or walking with a student who needs extra support. They may not always be in the spotlight, but EAs are essential to the smooth running of a classroom. But what exactly does an educational assistant do? Let’s take a closer look at this rewarding role and find out why EAs are such an important part of today’s classrooms. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/what-exactly-does-an-educational-assistant-do-the-role-explained) ## [Careers in Education Beyond Teaching: What Are Your Options?](https://blog.herzing.ca/careers-in-education-beyond-teaching) [![Preschool teacher sitting on the floor reading a story to a small group of students](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/careers%20in%20education.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/careers-in-education-beyond-teaching) Apr 8, 2025, 11:13:30 AM So you love the idea of shaping young minds, but standing in front of a classroom doesn’t do it for you? No worries—there are plenty of education-related career paths that allow you to have a significant impact on the lives of children without becoming a conventional teacher. Take daycare assistant and preschool supervisor, for example. Those are just two of the options open to graduates of Herzing’s Early Childhood Education program. The training prepares students for a variety of roles outside the K-12 system. In this post, we explore those positions in more detail. We also delve into several adjacent career possibilities that may require a bit of extra training. Keep reading to explore the fulfilling education roles you can consider, far beyond the traditional classroom. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/careers-in-education-beyond-teaching) ## [Demand for Special Education Professionals on the Rise: Career Outlook for 2026](https://blog.herzing.ca/rise-in-special-education-careers) [![Small group of preschool children sit with their teacher at a table](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/special%20education%20on%20the%20rise.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/rise-in-special-education-careers) Jan 27, 2025, 8:00:00 AM *Updated January 2026* The demand for qualified special education professionals is steadily increasing across Canada. With a growing awareness of diverse learning needs and advancements in inclusive education, there’s a critical need for people with the skills to support children with exceptionalities. In this post, we explore the rising demand for special education professionals and the factors driving this trend. We also talk about career opportunities in the field, the skills needed to succeed, and the pros and cons of going down this path. Let’s dive in. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/rise-in-special-education-careers) ## [Outdoor Learning in Early Childhood: Benefits and Strategies](https://blog.herzing.ca/outdoor-learning-early-childhood-benefits-strategies) [![Preschool children lying on the grass in a park](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/outdoor%20learning.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/outdoor-learning-early-childhood-benefits-strategies) May 21, 2024, 8:00:00 AM The great outdoors has much to offer young children. Activities like making mud pies, building forts, and watching ants are not just fun diversions; they’re valuable opportunities to learn and grow. Working outdoor play into your daily schedule lets kids indulge their innate need to explore the world around them. And while the logistics might seem a little overwhelming at first, the benefits are too compelling to ignore. In this blog, we explore the importance of outdoor play in early childhood education. Discover the cognitive and physical advantages of nature-based learning and get practical strategies for incorporating outdoor experiences into your curriculum. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/outdoor-learning-early-childhood-benefits-strategies) ## [Explore the Early Childhood Education Program at Herzing College](https://blog.herzing.ca/inside-herzings-early-childhood-education-program) [![Herzing ECE instructor Marjolaine Jeanty](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Marjolaine%20Jeanty.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/inside-herzings-early-childhood-education-program) Jan 26, 2024, 9:07:46 AM *Marjolaine Jeanty teaches the Early Childhood Education program at Herzing College* Are you considering early childhood education training, but want to know more about what’s involved so you can decide whether this path is right for you? Meet Marjolaine Jeanty. She’s been an early childhood educator for more than a dozen years, and now teaches other ECEs in Herzing’s Early Childhood Education program. She is your perfect guide to training, careers, and what it takes to be successful as an ECE. In this interview, Marjolaine explains what to expect in Herzing’s ECE program, where you can work after college, and how to know if this profession is right for you. Read on for some expert advice and an inside look at the program. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/inside-herzings-early-childhood-education-program) ## [Meet Andrea: How Herzing’s ECE Program Helped Me Find Success](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-andrea-how-herzings-ece-program-helped-me-find-success) [![Herzing ECE grad Andrea Lopez](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Andrea%20Lopez.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-andrea-how-herzings-ece-program-helped-me-find-success) May 16, 2023, 9:11:57 AM When Andrea Lopez moved to Canada with her family, she knew she wanted to pursue a career involving children. She’d studied law in Mexico, but chose to put her career on hold while she focused on raising her two kids. Once they got older, she began teaching English to young learners and found she really enjoyed it. So when she arrived in Canada, she looked for a quality early childhood education program—and found it at Herzing College. Andrea finished the program in October 2022, immediately landed a job at a private daycare, and has already been made a team leader in charge of hiring other ECEs! Keep reading to learn more about her story. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-andrea-how-herzings-ece-program-helped-me-find-success) ## [Using Technology in Early Childhood Education](https://blog.herzing.ca/technology-in-early-childhood-education) [![A group of preschool children with teacher in classroom using laptop](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/preschoolers%20with%20laptop.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/technology-in-early-childhood-education) Jan 27, 2023, 10:48:21 AM Technology has been playing an ever-larger role in education for years, and the pandemic only served to accelerate the trend. There’s no doubt that technology has the potential to engage children and advance their learning. But how exactly can it be applied at the preschool and daycare levels? And what are the advantages and challenges that come with that? In this post, we describe several ways of utilizing technology in early childhood education classrooms—and what you should consider before doing so. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/technology-in-early-childhood-education) ## [Top 7 Myths About Early Childhood Education, Training, and Careers](https://blog.herzing.ca/top-myths-about-early-childhood-education-training-career) [![An ECE helping three young children with craft projects](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/ECE%20crafts.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/top-myths-about-early-childhood-education-training-career) Feb 4, 2022, 9:08:56 AM *Updated December 2025* Every occupation and industry has its myths and misconceptions. Unless you actually work in the field, it's easy to develop some false ideas about what it's all about, right? Early childhood education (ECE) is no exception. In fact, this field is surrounded by so many myths, we decided to round them up and debunk them, once and for all. This post is dedicated to all the talented early childhood educators out there—and anyone who's passionate about pursuing this career. So here they are: the top seven myths about early childhood education, training, and careers....busted!   [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/top-myths-about-early-childhood-education-training-career) ## [How to Become an Early Childhood Educator in Quebec](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-to-become-an-early-childhood-educator-in-quebec) [![Smiling woman helping young children with an activity](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/iStock-684061674.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-to-become-an-early-childhood-educator-in-quebec) Oct 19, 2021, 9:59:41 AM *Updated December 2025* If you’re passionate about helping young kids explore, learn, and realize their potential, you’re wise to be looking into a career as an early childhood educator (ECE). These professionals have an enormous impact on the lives of their students. ECEs provide a child’s first experience of education outside the home. Their job is to help young kids meet developmental milestones and get off to a good start on their journey through school and life. Eager to pursue this challenging and rewarding career? Wondering what it takes to become an early childhood educator in Quebec? 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