Early Childhood/Teacher Associate

Teacher Associate is a concentration under the curriculum title of Early Childhood Associate. This curriculum prepares individuals to work with children from infancy through middle childhood. Students will combine the theories learned in class with practice in elementary school settings under the supervision of certified teachers. Courses include childhood growth and development, physical/nutritional needs of children, guidance of children, professional responsibilities and ethics, and curriculum principles and practices. Graduates are prepared to work in any elementary school setting, whether public or private. Employment opportunities include teacher assistants in elementary schools, lead teachers in child development programs, Head Start Programs and school age programs.

Specific Entrance Requirements

1. General college admission requirements.
2. Acceptable reports of medical examination by the first day of class.
3. Three character/employment references by the first day of class.
4. Criminal background checks are required prior to assignment to cooperative work experience sites.

Early Childhood/Teacher Associate
Associate in Applied Science Degree