The DNA says ECE staff must hold a 2 year diploma from a recognized Ontario College. However, there are other routes that can get a staff member Ministry Approval. The supervisor would have to submit paperwork to the program advisor.
You could also apply for recognition from the AECEO in the form of an equivalency letter. You would need to fill out an application form and fees do apply. However, once in possession of this letter you would have all the rights and privileges of a staff member trained in Ontario and be eleigible for entry to the College of ECE's.
Here is a link for information on Equivalency: http://www.aeceo.ca/content/equivalency-canadian-trained.html
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