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DEA - Early Childhood Education Preschool

Early Childhood Education Preschool

Dual Enrollment Academy | 24-credit Program

Explore the foundations of early childhood education and learn skills to support the education, healthy growth and development of preschool-aged children. Credits from this technical diploma transfer into WCTC’s nationally accredited Early Childhood Education associate degree program, so you can easily continue on the pathway to a rewarding career.

Courses include five theory and skills courses, and two practicum experiences in an early care and education preschool setting. Graduate candidates present a final portfolio to a Registry Commission for evaluation before being awarded the Preschool Credential.

About Dual Enrollment Academy

WCTC's Dual Enrollment Academy (DEA) is designed to give high school students a jump start in high-demand occupations, awarding participants with a WCTC credential upon successful completion along with earning high school credits.

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DEA - Early Childhood Education Preschool Courses

Upon completing this program, you'll earn the Early Childhood Education Preschool Technical Diploma.

Fall Semester

Course	Credits
307-148 ECE Foundations of ECE	3
307-160 ECE Field Experience 1	3
307-167 Health, Safety and Nutrition	3
307-179 Child Development	3

Spring Semester

Course	Credits
307-108 Early Language and Literacy	3
307-110 Social Science, Art, and Music	3
307-170 Field Experience 2	3
307-188 Guiding Child Behavior	3

Early Childhood Education Preschool Pathway

Earned while enrolled in Dual Enrollment Academy:
Infant Toddler Credential (12-credit Certificate)