Associate of Applied Science
The Early Childhood Education associate degree program provides students with a foundation in childhood theory and how it’s applied in educational and childcare settings. Students will gain an understanding of early childhood theory and how it can be applied with children from infancy through middle childhood.
Graduates of the degree program will have the ability to work at childcare centers, Head Start programs, child development programs, early intervention programs, and public education classrooms. Students will develop the ability to plan, implement and assess learning experiences, guide behavior, and communicate and collaborate with families and colleagues to form a safe and happy learning environment for children.
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The Early Childhood Education associate program is also offered online by Bryant & Stratton College. The online Early Childhood Education program follows the same outcomes and curriculum as the campus-based program with the added flexibility and convenience of an online program. Students of the Early Childhood Education associate degree online can expect the same personal touch and support as provided by our campus faculty and staff.
Credits earned in online classes at Bryant & Stratton College are equivalent to those earned in campus-based classes at Bryant & Stratton College.
Whether you prefer the vibrant atmosphere of on-campus classes, the convenience of online learning, or the flexibility of remote options, our degree programs are tailored to fit your lifestyle. Use our interactive map to explore the various campus locations where this degree program is offered.
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Students in the Early Childhood Education associate degree program establish a foundation in the following areas:
Design, execute, and assess meaningful, challenging curricula that promote comprehensive child development and learning outcomes for children of differing abilities and backgrounds.
Observe, document, and assess young children to support their development and learning, and include families in the process.
Organize work effectively to create a purposeful, responsive program, including preparation of written plans, progress records, parent communication, and reports.
Upon graduation, students are encouraged to apply for the CDA credential.
Bryant & Stratton College designs skill-building programs to fit your needs. In addition to online, on-campus, and live remote learning options, our degree offerings are scalable and stackable. Whether seeking to jumpstart your career or advance your education, we offer diploma, associate, and bachelor’s degrees to help you achieve your academic and career goals on your schedule.
Learn to create programming for early childhood settings that fosters social and intellectual development in learners.
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Prepare to support program development for early learners that fosters social, emotional and intellectual growth.
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You can make a difference in the long-term success of the youngest learners in your community. With the right education, such as an Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education from Bryant & Stratton College, you can pursue various teaching careers in healthcare facilities, preschools, daycare centers, or Head Start programs.
If you’re interested in providing the best possible start toward learning success in young children, then you will want to pursue a degree in early childhood education. At Bryant & Stratton College, we offer degree and diploma programs that offer insight into learning theory and how it can be applied in classroom and childcare settings to help give you a competitive advantage when pursuing career opportunities.
As with any traditional degree, students interested in earning an associate degree in early childhood education will need to enroll in a relevant degree program, preferably with an accredited learning institution. At Bryant & Stratton College, our AAS in Early Childhood Education helps students develop foundational skills for promoting child development and learning outcomes. Plus, program courses can be applied to help fulfill the 120-hour educational requirement for the National Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
For many educators, a relevant degree in early childhood education is absolutely worth it. First, this degree can help them explore several important career opportunities. Second, they gain the fundamental skills needed to design age-appropriate curricula and support teaching and learning in young children. Third, they have the satisfaction of knowing they can make a long-lasting impact on the success of generations to come.
It’s a degree program that can help you understand how to apply learning theory in real-world childcare and early learning settings. It’s also tangible proof of your commitment to providing the best educational start possible start for our youngest learners. And it is a competitive advantage in the workplace, one that can open doors of opportunity throughout your educational career.
Graduates with an Early Childhood Education associate degree are prepared to teach and care for young children. Your early childhood development degree offers the solid foundation needed to apply for your CDA credential. With your CDA in hand, you will be even better positioned to pursue employment opportunities in ECE and other child development learning environments as a preschool teacher, caregiver, or daycare center administrator. These roles may be attached to K-12 schools, colleges and universities, healthcare facilities, or corporations. Support early childhood development and education in this exciting career.
Bryant & Stratton College’s Early Childhood Program stands as a testament to our commitment to providing top-tier education at all levels. Learn more about the program and it’s career path here!
Read More: The Bryant & Stratton College Early Childhood Program
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