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Education - Early Childhood

Education - Early Childhood

For more information on the Education - Early Childhood program, please contact the program coordinator, Carolyn Beal at 618-235-2700, ext. 5593 or carolyn.beal@swic.edu

A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education will provide a person with the skills and knowledge to work with children from birth to third grade. Career opportunities include but are not limited to early childhood educator, parent education coordinator, social service coordinator, and program administrator. Students intending to find employment after completing a two-year degree should follow the Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science program.

Career Opportunities

A Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education will provide a person with the skills and knowledge to work with children from birth to third grade. Career opportunities include but are not limited to:

Early Childhood teacher with children
  • Early Childhood Educator
  • Parent Education Coordinator
  • Social Service Coordinator
  • Program Administrator