Human Services and Education
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Early Childhood Education
Program Code: 103071 The Early Childhood Education program prepares students to work as teacher-caregivers in early childhood settings. The program combines hands-on fieldwork in area centers with related academic work at the College. Early childhood educators are responsible for the care and education of children in the birth-to-eight-years age range. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining safe and healthy play environments, guiding behavior, planning and implementing learning activities, and working cooperatively with staff and parents.
TOTAL 70
All credits from the Early Childhood Licensing Basic Ages 0-2( 613073) and the Early Childhood Licensing Basic Ages 3-5( 613072) certificates apply toward this associate degree.
Ask your advisor about 2 + 2 transfer
opportunities. __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY: $ 23,211 *
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Human Services
Program Code: 105203 This program trains people to provide education, support, care, advocacy, and / or crisis intervention in a human service agency. Learners acquire the skills needed to work with individuals, groups, and communities. Key components of this degree include cultural awareness and an understanding of diverse cultural groups, a responsible attitude, commitment to serve others, and effective communication skills.
TOTAL CREDITS: 70
All credits from the Substance Abuse Counselor Education( 315501) technical diploma and the Substance Abuse Specialty( 905502) certificate apply toward this associate degree. __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY: $ 34,000 *
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Foundations of Teacher Education
Program Code: 105222 As a paraeducator( instructional assistant), you will work directly with students under the supervision of a licensed teacher. Your education will prepare you to fulfill multiple roles such as assisting students with assignments, guiding behavior, supporting students with special needs( including personal hygiene), and clerical tasks related to instruction. You may work with children from pre-kindergarten through age 21 during the traditional school day and year. Your career opportunities exist in preschools, elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools.
TOTAL CREDITS: 67
All credits from the Paraeducator( 105222) technical diploma and the Introduction to Paraeducator Careers( 615221) certificate apply toward this associate degree.
Some credits from the Autism Technician( 315223) technical diploma apply toward this associate degree. __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY: $ 29,843 *
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