Early CHildhood
PrograM Overview
The Early Childhood Care and Education program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of early childhood care and education theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.
Career opportunities: Program graduates may find employment as preschool teachers in public and private childcare facilities, private household childcare workers, self-employed childcare providers, or nursery school attendants.
Program Snapshot
Program DE Requirement:
15 credits (out of 30 max)
Required Program Courses:
ECCE 1101: Introduction to Early Childhood Care and Education (3 DE credits)
Child Growth and Development (3 DE credits)
Health, Safety, and Nutrition (3 DE credits)
ECCE 1112: Curriculum and Assessment (3 DE credits)
ECCE 1121: Early Childhood Care and Education Practicum (3 DE credits)
Total College Credits Earned:
15
Total High School Credits Earned:
5
Technical Certificates Earned:
Early Childhood Care and Education Basics
Child Development Specialist
Program Length:
2 semesters (fall and spring)
Estimated Cost:
Approximately $90
Cost breakdown:
Books: Supplied by WGTC *students will be charged if a textbook is not returned or if it is returned damaged*
Program fees: $26/ semester
Other: Uniform and other supplies
** This program is an Accelerated Career graduation pathway**
Program Registration
Program registration is open from October- May each school year. Program enrollment is determined on a first come first serve basis. Students must meet all admission requirements to be enrolled in a CCI program. Additionally, all required registration steps must be submitted for an application to be considered complete. Enrollment status notification is sent out in mid to late May each year via the student's DCSS email. To review admission requirements, please visit the Admission Requirements page. To apply, please visit the Registration page.