Early Childhood Education
Hawkeye Community College
Key Information
Campus location
Waterloo, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
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Pace
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Tuition fees
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Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Sep 2024
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Introduction
The Early Childhood Education program prepares you for a rewarding career nurturing the growth and development of young children in a variety of settings. You will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to work with infants through preschool-aged children, including:
Classroom management
Critical thinking and problem solving
Child growth and development
Curriculum planning and assessment
Effective communication with children, families, and other educators
Home, school, and community relationships
Health, safety, and nutrition
Infant and toddler care
Positive emotional and behavioral guidance techniques
Program administration
State regulations
Essential skills needed to successfully complete the required coursework, include:
Ability to maintain awareness of active children in a group setting
Demonstrate stamina while engaging in multiple tasks and activities with children
Respond quickly and appropriately to children's changing needs
Keep children safe