Early Childhood Education - Nicolet Area Technical College

Early Childhood Education from Nicolet Area Technical College is a Campus Associate Early Childhood Education degree that prepares you for a Education career. The need for high quality childcare experiences or infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children reflects many trends in our society. These include a national belief that children should begin school ready to learn and a growing demand by parents for safe and stimulating programs for their children. Research tells us that the single most important ingredient to providing high quality childcare is a well-educated childcare teacher. About the Program The Early Childhood Education program provides both academic theory and hands-on application through a series of practicums. Students develop an understanding of physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of young children and acquire skill in planning and implementing programs that promote that development. The program prepares students to work in a variety of early childhood education settings including child care centers, nursery schools, Head Start programs, school-age child care programs, and family day care homes. Possible Careers Family Day Care Provider Infant/Toddler/Preschool Child Care Teacher Head Start Teacher or Home Visitor Child Care Center Program Director or owner School Age Child Care Teacher/Director Child Care Center Administrator or Owner Child Care Resource and Referral Specialist Child and Family Center Specialist Program Outcomes Early Childhood Education Degree Program Outcomes 1. Apply child development theory to practice. 2. Observe, record, and assess child growth and development. 3. Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum 4. Incorporate developmentally appropriate guidance strategies. 5.Integrate health, safety, and nutrition practices according to local, state, and national standards. 6. Provide a respectful, diverse, and inclusive program. 7. Use interpersonal skills to develop respectful relationships with children and adults. 8. Demonstrate professional and ethical standards. 9. Advocate for children, families, and the profession. View more details on Nicolet Area Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Early Childhood Education courses.