Child Development
Category: EducationProgram Description
Make a difference in the lives of young children by starting your journey in early childhood education. This program is designed for students who plan to continue their education and become licensed kindergarten through third grade teachers.
You'll gain real-world experience creating engaging, age-appropriate curriculum and supporting the developmental needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Learn how to foster inclusive classrooms, build meaningful connections with families, and apply early childhood theories in hands-on learning environments.
Prepare to transfer into a bachelor’s program with the skills, confidence, and foundation you need to succeed in the classroom and beyond. Shape the future by helping children grow, learn, and thrive.
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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