Gainful Employment
Early Childhood
Program Description
The Early Childhood diploma prepares individuals to work with children birth through age 8 in diverse learning environments. The curriculum is designed to lead to responsible and effective employment in positions ranging from aide to head teacher in a variety of early childhood settings. Students combine learning theories with practice in actual settings with young children under the supervision of qualified teachers.
Occupational Information
SOC Code: 25-2011.00
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25-2011.00 – Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.
Sample of reported job titles
Teacher, Preschool Teacher, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (Pre-K Teacher), Lead Teacher, Toddler Teacher, Teacher Assistant, Group Teacher, Early Childhood Teacher, Headstart Teacher, Head Start Teacher
Program Information
Cost of Program
Tuition & fees: | $3,709.50 |
Books & supplies: | $2,300.00 |
Length of Program
Intended time to complete: | 17 Months |
Credits: | 43 |
Percentage of graduates who completed on time: | 13% |
Debt
Median debt from federal loans: | Not available at this time |
Median debt from private educational loans: | Not available at this time |
Median debt from institution financing plan: | Not available at this time |