Program Overview:
Do you love working with young children and their families? Enroll today in Skagit Valley College’s Early Childhood Education (ECED) program and prepare for a fulfilling career doing work that you enjoy. The Early Childhood Education, AAS degree is designed for students who are preparing to enter a career field in early childhood education and is not intended for transfer to a baccalaureate program. The degree includes the state certificates necessary for employment; including the Initial Certificate, Short Certificate, and the One-Year Certificate. This system provides a career pathway for both new students and those currently working in the field. This degree meets the employment requirements of federal Head Start programs and the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) for early childhood positions requiring a two-year ECED degree.
Sample Career Options Include:
Preschool Teacher
Childcare Worker
Education Administrator, Preschool & Childcare Center/Program
Workforce
If you are interested in working in the field of Early Childhood Education our Workforce Planning Guide is designed to provide you with recommended courses to complete your Early Childhood Education, AAS degree. Of course, educational plans may vary, based on which quarter you begin, how many credits are taken, and placement into Math and English. To keep you on the best pathway, we encourage you to consult with an Academic Advisor for scheduling options.
Program Map
Program Maps are an integral part of our Planning Guide. Each Program Map includes a suggested quarterly sequence of courses so you could earn your degree within two years of full-time study. Your Program Map is also designed to help you create an individualized, customized Educational Plan, which is required of all SVC students. To start creating your Educational Plan, please consult with an Academic Advisor.
Program Map - Early Childhood Education, AAS
