Early Childhood Education
(10-307-1)
Associate Degree-Two Years
Course Information
Graduate Information
Program Requirements
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Program Description
If you're seeking a career that involves helping children learn about themselves and the world around them, the Early Childhood Education program might be for you.
As an early childhood teacher, you would play a vital role in the development of children. You'll work with children individually and in groups to help them improve their social skills and prepare for formal education.
In this program you'll study the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of children. You'll be placed with qualified teachers and child care providers in a variety of early childhood community settings, such as group and family child care settings, Head Starts, preschools, and kindergartens. You'll also help create and complete a class advocacy project to improve the status of children and their families in this region.
You may enroll in the program full- or part-time. If you already have experience working in child care or early childhood education, you could be granted advanced standing. If you would like to continue your education, many of the credits you earn will transfer to selected universities toward a four-year degree in early childhood or elementary education.
The need for qualified, experienced childcare providers is strong. This is a career area that offers the rewards of working with children and the satisfaction of knowing you are helping them grow and develop. It could be just what you're looking for!
Program Admission Requirements
• COMPASS pre-entry assessment
• Wisconsin criminal background check (requires a processing fee)
• A pre-entrance health history and physical examination must be on file three weeks before you enter the core courses of the Early Childhood Education program. The Admissions Office will notify you at the appropriate time.
Helpful Academic Background
• Art, music
• Child growth and development courses
• Family and consumer related courses
• Speech
• Psychology
• Sociology
• American government
Messages
For free help in preparing for the COMPASS, contact any of CVTC's Academic Service Centers.
For more information about this program, contact the program counselor at 800-547-2882 or 715-833-6200.
For general admissions information, contact the Admissions Office at 800-547-2882 or 715-833-6200.
Full-time students may be eligible for financial aid. Other programs may be available for part-time students. For financial aid information, contact the Financial Aid Office at 800-547-2882 or 715-833-6200.