Do you enjoy working with kids? This program offers training in child development, psychology, and classroom management. Gain real-world experience in diverse settings from infant and toddler classrooms to family child care centers, preschools, and special education programs.
The Early Education & Teaching Program is a two-year course for students interested in a career working with children. Students learn about child development, psychology, curriculum design, and classroom management. Students assist in various settings including infant/toddler classrooms, childcare facilities, Pre-K to 8 elementary classrooms and special education programs.
Certifications:
Mandated Reporter
First Aid
CPR
Certified Early Childhood Assistant
College Credit:
Kennebec Valley Community College
ECE 131 Introduction to Early Childhood
ECE 156 Field Placement I
ECE132 Children's Literature
University of Maine Farmington:
PSY 225 Child and Adolescent Development