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Is Early Childhood Education Right for Me?
- Do you enjoy working with young children?
- Are you motivated by helping others?
- Do you have patience with people?
- Are you comfortable working in an environment where you are in charge of a large group of young children?
- Do you want to start an in-demand job?
Does This Sound Like You?
If you thought "yes" to any of the questions above, a career in early childhood education may be just what you are looking for! Take the next step to get started or speak with your local advisor to learn more.
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Micro-credentials teach students specific skills in a short period (4 weeks). There is no academic credit associated with these, but they can help jump-start your career and are practical, targeted, and immediately applicable in the workplace.
Investment
Each micro-credential takes 20-25 hours to complete within 4 weeks. You will need a device and Internet access to take the micro-credentials.
How to get started
The first step to taking a micro-credential is to view our current offerings. When you find a micro-credential you want to take, click the Register button.
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The skills trainings are best suited for:
- Those interested in early childhood education who are not yet enrolled at Ivy Tech and are looking for an opportunity to get started on an academic path
- High school students taking time off between high school and college, exploring what is next
- Those with experience or interest in nannying or babysitting in any type of setting (centers, registered ministries, or family-homes) who want to strengthen their skill set.
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Micro-Credential
Description
Early Literacy Skilled
These modules examine the foundational elements of literacy and explore how educators can nurture young children's literacy identities through authentic, play-based experiences that spark motivation and joy.
Early Mathematics Skilled
In these modules, learners will define early math concepts in children birth-five and how to prepare a learning environment that promotes progressional growth of math skills through a variety of developmentally appropriate experiences and interactions.
Health, Safety, and Nutrition Skilled
Learners will learn strategies for maintaining safe and healthy classrooms, preventing illness and injury, responding to emergencies, and supporting children’s physical well-being.
Child Growth and Development Skilled
Learners will examine physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development and learn how developmental stages influence learning and behavior.
Learning Environment and Curriculum Skilled
This course examines how learning environments and curriculum work together to support the development needs of all children birth- five.
Observation and Assessment Skilled
Learners will examine the purpose of regular observation, basic assessment methods, and how to use gathered information to plan meaningful learning experiences for individuals and groups.
Family and Community Connections Skilled
This course examines the collaborative role of family and community in child development with an emphasis on valuing family expertise and connecting to resources that support positive outcomes for children.
Leadership and Professionalism Skilled
Learners will explore ethical guidelines, professional standards, and best practices for delivering high-quality services along with highlights on the value of self-reflection, goal setting, lifelong learning, and advocacy to promote positive outcomes for children and their families.
Organizational Development and Administration Skilled
This course examines the basic roles and responsibilities of leaders in early childhood programs and how program policies, staff support, teamwork, and data collection practices help create positive environments and improve outcomes for children and families.
