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Early Childhood Education

Children with teacher

This program is for students seeking careers involved in the care of young children from birth to age eight. Courses in theory and lab practice are combined to provide a comprehensive base of growth and development, with an emphasis on field experiences. Students also learn fundamentals of early intervention, including intervention with high risk, gifted, and developmentally delayed children.

This program enables students to meet the educational qualification for group leader and director as defined by the Department of Human Services of the State of Colorado. Study directed toward the Associate of Arts degree may serve as a basis for the Bachelor of Arts degree with Elementary Education licensure at Mesa State College.

 

Emphasis/Degree Options



Associate of Arts
Early Childhood Education

 

Career Options

Childcare center employee

Pre-school employee

   

Program Strengths

  • Coursework meets educational requirements for state certificate.