English as a Second Language support is provided for children who need additional language support beyond what is offered in a regular ECS program. Funding may be accessed for a maximum of 5 years.
Mild/moderate support is provided for children with mild/moderate disabilities/delays who also require additional support beyond what is offered in a regular ECS program. Funding may be accessed for a maximum of two years as needed.
Program Unit Funding (PUF) is provided for children with more than moderate disabilities/delays who require additional support beyond what is offered in a regular ECS program. Children are provided one-on-one support in an integrated environment for a maximum of three years as needed.
Payment for all funding is based upon the approval of the PUF application which is submitted through Alberta Education.
Service Type | Eligibility |
Child needing ESL support | 3.5 – 5.5 years old |
| Child with mild/moderate delay or a child who is gifted & talented | 3.5 – 5.5 years old |
| Child with more than moderate disability/delay | 2.5 – 5.5 years old |
