Early Childhood Education Program Information

The Early Childhood Education program focuses on early childhood growth and development, including adult-child relationships. Emphasis is placed on the development of skills and techniques for providing appropriate environments and care for young children. Instruction is provided in the physical, emotional, social and cognitive areas of early childhood. The training is appropriate for candidates seeking the Early Childhood Education (CDA) credential. The student develops competencies through classroom instruction, observation and participation in early childhood settings.

Employment opportunities include day care, nursery school, Head Start, family day care, pediatrics setting, nanny care, school aide, school age care, employer-sponsored day care, infant/toddler care, resource and referral services, inter-generational care, respite/sick and other settings.

For more information, contact Maureen Brustkern at 1-800-659-4562 x 1149 or 765-966-2656 x 1149 (if outside of Indiana).