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Early Childhood Professional

 
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  • WHAT DOES AN EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONAL DO?

    If you enjoy working with young children and families, a career in early childhood education might be a good choice for you. Early childhood professionals work in preschools, child care centers or home daycares and focus on the growth and development of children from infancy to six years of age. Those best suited for this career have a lot of energy, flexibility and nurturing ability. It is a chance to use your creativity by developing and modifying ideas to enrich young minds.
    Career Forecast Bright Outlook.Average Salary $33,280 on campus

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    Our early childhood education program provides child care training in the processes and principles of child growth and development. Instruction emphasizes social, emotional, physical and cognitive development in addition to support services for children. You will gain hands-on experience by working in the licensed child care center on our campus, Little Learners at Washburn Tech.  Both post-secondary and high school students are eligible for this one-year program, which enrolls in August only. Upon completion, you will earn a 24 credit hour technical certificate and be eligible to complete a more advanced degree in early childhood education at Washburn University.

    CERTIFICATIONS: CPR; First Aid; OSHA-10

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    Entrance Test

    To enroll in this program, you must score a minimum of 4 in both reading and math on the Accuplacer test.

    Early Childhood Certification

    Upon completion, you will earn a 24 credit hour technical certificate as well as CPR and OSHA-10 certification.

    Enter the Workforce

    Upon completion, you will be preparted to enter the workforce.

    Or you will have the opportunity to continue your education at Washburn University.

    Associate Degree of Art

    Bachelor Degree of Applied Science

    Jobs and Salaries

    CAREER FORECAST: bright outlook
    Much of the projected employment growth in this occupation is due to recovery from the COVID-19 recession that began in 2020. Early childhood education is important for a child's intellectual and social development. More preschool teachers should be needed to meet the demand for early childhood education. The data below refers to surveyed wages and average annual job openings in the state of Kansas due to growth and net replacement. SOURCE: klic.dol.ks.gov

    Entry-Level Salary

    $27,824 

    (2022)

    Potential Job Openings

    107

    (annually)

    Potential Job Growth

    18%

    (2020-2030)

    Schedule Options

    Morning

    LENGTH
    1 year

    PROGRAM BEGINS
    Every August

    SCHEDULE
    MON-FRI; 8-11:10am

    Afternoon

    LENGTH
    1 year

    PROGRAM BEGINS
    Every August

    SCHEDULE
    MON-FRI; 11:45am-2:55pm

    Program Cost

    Financial Aid is available to those who qualify, and have a high school diploma or GED. To set-up an appointment with a financial aid counselor, call 785.670.3360.


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