(A55220B)
The Early Childhood Education curriculum prepares individuals to work with children from birth through eight in diverse learning environments. Students will combine learned theories with practice in actual settings with young children under the supervision of qualified teachers.
Course work includes child growth and development; physical/nutritional needs of children; care and guidance of children; and communication skills with families and children. Students will foster the cognitive/language, physical/motor, social/emotional, and creative development of young children.
Graduates are prepared to plan and implement developmentally appropriate programs in early childhood settings. Employment opportunities include child development and childcare programs, preschools, public and private schools, recreational centers, Head Start Programs, and school-age programs.
Upon completion, students transfer to a four-year institution in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field. Employment opportunities upon completion of a bachelor’s degree include various professional opportunities with agencies that provide support to children and families, childcare program administrators, childcare licensing consultants, early intervention specialists, and lead teachers in a licensed childcare facility.
This program can be completed fully online.
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