Program Description
Students in Early Childhood Education program experience the joy of creating fun and amazing activities for young children who are full of life and love learning. Students considering this program should be interested in working with young children, as part of this experience is spending hands-on time in certified preschools and child development centers.
Through this program, students can influence the future of children by postitively shaping their intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development.
Students in this program will learn:
- Child Development Theory
- Health and Safety Practices for Childcare
- Nutrition and Food Safety for Childcare
- Hands-On Experience in Childcare
Career Resources
Career Options
- Teacher
- Child Development Associate
- Daycare Manager
Earned Credentials
Students have the opportunity to gain their Child Development Associate (CDA.)
College Connection
Articulation Agreements
- Kent State
- YSU
Agreement Description
Credits from the course carry to these colleges.