School-Age Education

With school-age education credentials, you will be prepared to work in child care programs, before/after school programs, and recreational centers. Job responsibilities can include planning and implementing programs that foster language, physical, and social development of children in elementary and middle school.

Students will combine learned theories with practice in school settings under the supervision of qualified teachers. Course work includes child grow/development; computer technology in education; physical/nutritional needs of school-age children; care and guidance of school-age children; and communications with families and children.

Graduates will be prepared to work in elementary and middle schools, for private schools, and in various education programs.

Credentials

The following credentials are possible with this program:
• Associate of Applied Science in School-Age Education
• Diploma in School-Age Education
• Certificate in School-Age Education
• Certificate in School-Age Education – Special Education
• Certificate in School-Age Education – School Age Specialist

Program requirements:
Associate of Applied Science in School-Age Education
Diploma in School-Age Education
Certificate in School-Age Education
Certificate in School-Age Education - Special Education
Certificate in School-Age Education - School-Age Specialist

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.

Faculty

Sharon Little Faculty Early Childhood

Carilyn Raymond SPCC Faculty