Early Childhood Education
With a degree, diploma or certificate in early childhood education, you will be ready to teach and care for children from birth to age eight. Job responsibilities can include planning and teaching.
The Early Childhood Education curriculum combines instruction with practicums under the supervision of qualified teachers. Students will learn theories that foster cognitive/language, physical/motor, social/emotional and creative development of young children.
Coursework includes child growth and development; physical/nutritional needs of children; care and guidance of children; and communication skills with parents and children.
Graduating as early childhood education practitioners, students will be equipped to seek employment at:
child development and child care programs
Head Start programs
preschools
public and private schools
recreational centers
school-age programs
Credentials
The following credentials are possible with this program:
• Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Certificate in Early Childhood Education – Preschool
• Certificate in Early Childhood Education – Administration
• Certificate in Early Childhood Education – CDA Credential
• Certificate in Early Childhood Education – Pre-K Special Education
Program requirements:
Early Childhood Education degree
Early Childhood Education diploma
Early Childhood Education -- preschool certificate
Early Childhood Education -- administration certificate
Early Childhood Education -- CDA credential certificate
Early Childhood Education -- Pre-K special education certificate
School of Arts and Sciences
Associate of Applied Science Degree Program
South Piedmont Community College has an extensive selection of programs developed for occupational fields. Emphasizing career preparation, these programs of study confer an Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS). The coursework for a degree can be completed in two years.
Come to class once a month!
Most classes are offered completely online. The following blended classes give students the chance to meet and interact in person:
Early Childhood Education faculty
 Sharon Little Faculty Early Childhood |
 Carilyn Raymond SPCC Faculty |
