Child Development
Category: EducationProgram Description
Are you passionate about helping young children grow and learn? The Child Development program offers everything you need to start a rewarding career.
Our program covers all aspects of child development training, including classroom management, child psychology, and effective teaching strategies. Our hands-on approach ensures you gain practical experience alongside theoretical knowledge.
In just two years, you can earn a child development degree that opens doors to various career opportunities. We provide a strong foundation for their future studies.
Our program also prepares you for additional education and certifications, making you a competitive candidate in the job market. With certification, you can pursue roles in preschools, daycare centers, and other educational settings.
We offer an 18 credit Early Childhood Development Certificate that can be completed completely online. If you have a current CDA Certification, that can reduce the number of credits for the Certificate to 12 total. This is a great way to increase your credentials in a short amount of time.
Our child development courses are designed to fit your schedule, whether you're a full-time student or balancing work and study. We offer a range of early childhood development classes to ensure you receive a comprehensive education.
Explore a childhood education degree and understand the complexities of early childhood development. Our curriculum covers everything from developmental milestones to creating effective learning environments.
With our program, you're not just earning a degree; you're preparing for a fulfilling child development career. Our graduates are in high demand, thanks to our rigorous training and strong industry connections.
Join us and take the first step towards a rewarding career in child development. Explore our program today and see how we can help you achieve your educational and career goals.
Program Information
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Class Time: Online only
Semester: Fall, Spring, or Summer (Partial)
Campus: Online Only
Skills Required
Students must have a high school diploma or GED. In addition, those who work with children should be patient, have a willingness to learn and grow, and must be able to take initiative. You must be reliable, responsible and be able to problem solve. You should have good writing skills and be able to communicate well with others as a member of a team.
Minnesota law requires that any person who provides services that involve direct contact with children, patients, and residents at a health or child care facility licensed by the State of Minnesota have a background study conducted by the state. Students who have criminal backgrounds are ineligible to participate in practicums and are ineligible for graduation.
All graduates are required to have documentation of their growth in the program. Talk to one of the teachers to learn if you may use the portfolio you already had started, or the e-folio.
Wages/Outlook/Advancement
Wage and Job Outlook information for this program are available at . Job opportunities are available in child care centers, special needs programs, in home care (nanny), family child care, school-age care, recreational, and parent/child programs.
Upon completion of an articulated bachelor's degree, there are expanded opportunities in early childhood programs, as well as the ability to teach through third grade in public school systems when a license is granted.
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