Early Childhood Education
Harkness - Kenton - Potter
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Program Summary
Program Summary
Students will examine the physical, social/emotional, and intellectual development of children. Topics of study include: child development, child psychology, nutrition, social/emotional learning, special needs of children, and health and safety of children. Students will design and implement lesson plans, care for children in a preschool environment, enhance professional written and oral communication skills, and gain hands-on experience through internships at local preschools, childcare centers, and elementary schools.
Program Highlights
Program Highlights
Work side-by-side with a certified teacher in a daycare or elementary classroom.
Participate in Work Based Learning experiences with the YMCA, Children's Hospital, the Buffalo Zoo, UB Childcare and more.
Create and teach your own lessons in a preschool program run right out of our school.
Re-experience the fun of your early childhood years through art, music, and storytelling.
College Affiliations
College Affiliations
Herkimer County Community College
SUNY Canton
SUNY Erie
SUNY Niagara
Mohawk Valley Community College
Buffalo State University
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Entry Level
Entry Level
Before/After School Care
Coach
Dance Instructor
Nanny
Preschool Aide
Recreation Programs
Technical Careers
Technical Careers
Children's Author
Children's Museum Educator
Daycare Director/Owner
Lead Teacher - Daycare
Teacher Aide
Professional Careers
Professional Careers
Child Psychologist
Children's Librarian
Elementary School Teacher
Office of Child and Family Services
School Administrator
Social Worker
Speech and Language Pathologist
Program Considerations
Program Considerations
Able to work independently and as a team
Strong reading comprehension skills
Strong writing skills to create and write lesson plans
Strong communication and public speaking skills
Able to work independently and responsibly with children ages 3-5yrs. old
Able to lift and be physically active in a play setting
Strong fine motor skills (printing, cutting, coloring)
Able to work in a loud, fast-paced environment
Messy - playdough, diapers, etc.… (sensory)*
Classroom Information
Classroom Information
Current physical and PPD required.
This program is eligible for post-secondary dual enrollment opportunities.
Large class size (28+)
Students are required to work independently and collaboratively in groups
Students interact in the lab (preschool classroom) with many preschoolers with various levels of supervision by the instructor.
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