Early Childhood Education (703)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 3
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/12/2024
Program Description
The early childhood certificate program prepares students for the many positions in this field. This program is a direct link to the shaping of the next generation, as graduates guide children through their social, cognitive, and emotional development. The associate of applied science (AAS) degree prepares students to care for young children while simultaneously teaching social and developmental functions. The two-year degree includes general education requirements and leadership curriculum.
Students completing this degree are eligible for a Gateways to Opportunity Level 4 credential, an industry recognized credential.
Established in 1996
CIP: 19-0709 Child Care Provider/Assistant.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Highland Community College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- Higher Learning Commission (formerly North Central Association)
- Industry Standard: Gateways Credentials
Education Information
Associates Degree, Employment
64 Weeks ( 11904.00 Hours / 62.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,362.00 |
| Books | $3,000.00 |
| Fees | $2,776.00 |
| Tests | $0.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $0.00 |
| Total Cost | $15,138.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Adult students: https://highland.edu/admissions/new-students/adult-students/ Returning students: https://highland.edu/admissions/new-students/returning-students/
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Early Childhood Education (703)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 3
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/12/2024
Program Description
The early childhood certificate program prepares students for the many positions in this field. This program is a direct link to the shaping of the next generation, as graduates guide children through their social, cognitive, and emotional development. The associate of applied science (AAS) degree prepares students to care for young children while simultaneously teaching social and developmental functions. The two-year degree includes general education requirements and leadership curriculum.
Students completing this degree are eligible for a Gateways to Opportunity Level 4 credential, an industry recognized credential.
Established in 1996
CIP: 19-0709 Child Care Provider/Assistant.
Provider Information
Highland Community College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- Higher Learning Commission (formerly North Central Association)
- Industry Standard: Gateways Credentials
Education Information
Associates Degree, Employment
64 Weeks ( 11904.00 Hours / 62.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,362.00 |
| Books | $3,000.00 |
| Fees | $2,776.00 |
| Tests | $0.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $0.00 |
| Total Cost | $15,138.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Adult students: https://highland.edu/admissions/new-students/adult-students/ Returning students: https://highland.edu/admissions/new-students/returning-students/
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction