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Early Childhood Education

Brief Program Description/Goals

This program is designed for people interested in working with young children. There are two different focuses for this program: Infants and Toddlers and Preschool age children. Both programs prepare students through class assignments and field experience (practicum), both on campus and in the community.

View Complete Description in College Catalog [PDF]

What Is Unique About The Program

Students can earn certificates as they progress through the program leading to an Associates Degree.

Childcare facilities are available on campus which students participate in to gain experience and exposure in working with young children.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the ED program, students will be able to:

  • Plan, implement and evaluate curriculum and learning environments for individual and groups of children based on knowledge of child development and its multiple influences to ensure that they promote health, safety, positive development, and learning for all children.
  • Assess children's progress using formal and informal observation and assessment tools and methods.
  • Communicate effectively and appropriately with children and adults from all backgrounds to build respectful, reciprocal relationships; use appropriate guidance practices with children.
  • Participate actively in planning and decision-making concerning the educational, physical, fiscal and human resources in classrooms and programs for children.
  • Base decisions and actions on ethical and other professional standards.
  • Demonstrate collaboration, critical thinking and reflection.
  • Advocate for children and their families in the classroom and the program

Degrees That Can Be Earned

  • Certificate of Competence (CC)
  • Certificate of Completion (CC)
  • Certificate of Achievement (CA)
  • Associate in Applied Science (AS)

Itemized Estimate of Educational Costs

  • Tuition based on total credits taken.
  • Books/supplies approximately $1,500.

Gainful Employment Information

Degree: Certificate of Achievement    
Occupations: Child Development Assistant
Early Childhood program teacher		    
SOC Code: 25-2010    
On-Time Graduation Rate: n/a    
Avg. Tuition & Fees: 32 credits x $88 = $2,816    
Avg. Cost for Books/Supplies: $500    
Job Placement Rate: Spring 2011 - 5    

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