Early Childhood Education

Program Description:

Students successfully completing the Early Childhood Education and Teaching Program may apply to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care for infant, toddler, and/or preschool teacher licensure. All aspects of child development, curriculum planning, health and wellness, nutrition, and the operation of a licensed Early Education and Care Center are explored.

Childcare Staff

Mrs. Julie Bowen

Julie Bowen

Mrs. Eileen Melford

Eileen Melford

Julie Glavin

Julie Glavin

Course Outline:

Exploratory
  • Observe basics of development and caring for a child.
  • Workplace Safety
  • Hands-On Creative Experiences
Early Childhood Education I
  • Cognitive, physical, emotional, and social development of a child, birth through age 2.
  • Applied Child Care techniques in on-site centers.
  • Planning appropriate activities for each age group.
Early Childhood Education II
  • Cognitive, physical, emotional, and social development of a child, ages 3 and 4.
  • Develop and facilitate age-appropriate activities in on-site centers.
  • Off-site Community Programs
  • Role Modeling
  • Developing Curriculum Activities
Early Childhood Education III
  • Cognitive, physical, emotional, and social development of a child, ages 5 and 6.
  • Internship through local pre and elementary schools.
  • Family Communication and Supervisory Skills

Articulation Agreements for Early Childhood Education:

  • Quincy College

Career Pathways and Opportunities:

  • Adult and Vocational Education Teachers
  • Child Care Worker
  • Education Administrator
  • Elementary School Teacher
  • High School Teacher
  • Middle School Teacher
  • Public Health Educator
  • Social and Human Services Assistants
  • Special Education Teachers
  • Teacher Aides

Early Childhood Education graduates are working at the following companies:

  • Kindercare
  • Jack and Jill Daycare

Licenses, Certifications, and Affiliations:

  • Certified in OSHA – 10
  • First Aid / CPR

Click here for information about having your child attend the Early Childhood Center