Program Length

2 years (may be eligible for certification after second year and reaching 18 years of age)

Articulation Agreements

Herkimer County Community College; Jefferson Community College; SUNY Cobleskill; Excelsior College; Cayuga Community College Advantage: BIOL 209 - Basic Nutrition

Program Supplies Provided

Polo shirts; NOCTI – Early Childhood Care and Education (Basic and Advanced Exam); American Red Cross – First Aid, CPR, AED (Adult, Child and Infant Certifications)

Credential Opportunities

Child Development Associate; American Red Cross - First Aid, CPR and AED Adult Certifi cations; Technical Endorsement on Graduation Diploma

Industry Assessments

National Occupational Competency Testing Institute - Early Childhood Care and Education (Basic and Advanced)

Teacher

Beth Britton

Program Description

The Early Childhood Education program is designed to teach students the aspects of teaching and working with young children, from birth through elementary age. Students will explore career pathways and develop the characteristics of successful teachers and childcare providers through practicums. Applying theoretical concepts to real-life situations, students are able to take what they have learned in the classroom to their rotation experiences where they learn how to meet the developmental needs and interests of young children.

Industry Alignment

Council for Professional Recognition – Child Development Associate Competency Standards; American Red Cross - First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defi brillator (AED) - Adult, Child and Infant Standards

Integrated Academic Coursework

Career and Financial Management (1/2 credit per year)
English (1/2 credit per year)