Fast Forward - Education and Human Services Programs

Early Childhood Education
Working with children from infancy through middle childhood in diverse learning environments.
Employment opportunities: Preschools, childcare programs, Head Start, public and private schools, recreational centers.
AAS or Diploma or Certificate
Entry Salary ranges: $17,202-$19,618

School - Age Education
Employment working with children in elementary through middle grades in diverse learning environments. Graduates are prepared to plan and implement developmentally appropriate programs in school-aged environments.
Employment opportunities: Preschools, childcare programs, Head Start, public and private schools, public and private agencies, recreational centers
AAS or Diploma or Certificate
Entry Salary ranges: $14,545-$19,618

Human Services Technology - Substance Abuse Certificate
Employment as substance abuse counselor, DWI counselor, residential facility worker.
Employment opportunities: Substance abuse counselors work with physicians, nurses, social workers, mental health counselors, police in courts, schools, correctional facilities, treatment facilities.
Certificate
Entry Salary ranges: $28,000-$45,000^*

North Carolina salary information taken from www.nccareers.org unless otherwise noted.
* Information from www.nchealthcareers.com.