Early Childhood Education & Educational Assistant
Train to provide quality services for young children and families while building the knowledge and skills to assist classroom teachers in inclusive educational settings across the K–12 school system.
Program Overview
The Early Childhood Education & Educational Assistant program is designed to train graduates to provide quality services for young children and their families. It is developed to comply with the National Guidelines for Training in Early Childhood Care and Education.
The program is also designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to assist classroom teachers in inclusive educational settings. The program combines theory and practical applications for elementary and secondary age students in the K–12 school system.
Students can choose to take both Early Childhood Education and Educational Assistant courses or they may take only the courses pertaining to either Early Childhood Education or Educational Assistant. Tuition is the same. Students who select both programs broaden their employment opportunities.
Admission Requirements
Students must meet one (1) of the following admission requirements:
- High school graduation
- GED or equivalent
- Mature student (Detailed resume required)
Comprehensive Course Outline
Interact with the modules below to explore the core curriculum and applied training components.
Administration
This course explores the role of government in childcare. Students examine the role of the director and owner in running the childcare business, leadership expectations, goal-setting, and promoting professionalism.
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Skills Employers Look For
Employers look for professionals who can support children and families with developmentally appropriate practice and inclusive classroom support. Core competencies include:
- Supporting children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development
- Implementing positive child guidance and inclusive support strategies
- Planning curriculum and learning environments across infancy to school age
- Communicating effectively with families, educators, and school communities
Prepare to support young children and inclusive learning environments with a program that combines theory and practical application across early learning and K–12 settings. The Early Childhood Education & Educational Assistant program (1 year) is designed to build the knowledge and skills needed to provide quality services for children and families while assisting classroom teachers in inclusive educational settings.