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
Julie Bowen
Eileen Melford
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