Program Benefits
- Work six hours per week with children during class time
- Earn college credit for TC3
- Acquire job references for employment
- Work with children from other countries
Topics of Study
- Promoting children’s safety
- Child development, birth to school age
- Creative learning activities
- Guiding children effectively
- Types of early childhood programs
- Working with special needs children
- Understanding health policies
- Curriculum development
- Creating a healthy environment
Career Options
- Pre-School Teacher Aide
- Nursery/Public School Teacher Assistant
- Nanny
- Head Start Teacher or Assistant
- Day Care Provider
- Special Education Teacher
- Play Therapist
- Social Worker
- Elementary Teacher
College Opportunities
Many graduates continue their education by studying early childhood, elementary or special education. Students have also chosen to pursue careers in social work and psychology, or to start up a family day care business in their own home. There are many two and four year colleges that offer programs in these areas.