The ECE certification process is administered by the Child Care Services Unit of the Family and Children's Services Division of the Department of Health and Social Services. An applicant requesting certification as a Child Care Worker should submit an application form and an official transcript of completed coursework, issued by the post secondary institution, to the Child Care Services Unit for assessment. Child Care Services may request that the applicant submit a course syllabus to assist in the assessment process.

Applicants will receive a status letter in the mail within 20 working days from the date of submission. Applications are available at the Child Care Services Unit office located at 9010 Quartz Road in Whitehorse, Yukon.

There are no residency requirements for certification.