Early Childhood Teaching Assistant (C)

Program Coordinator:     Charles Justice, LRC 214, Ext. 2566
Length:                                Three semesters (one year beginning in summer term)

Purpose: The increased need for childcare in Southwest Virginia is an indicator of the need for more teachers and caregivers at the pre-school level. The Early Childhood Teaching Assistant program is designed to train personnel for employment in the field upon completion of the course requirements. In addition, the curriculum furnishes the student the opportunity to elect to transfer into the AAS Early Childhood Education degree program if she/he so wishes.

Occupational Objectives: 
    Teachers Aide 
    Child Care Assistant 
    Day Care worker

Admission Requirements: A student eligible for admission to the College can normally be considered for admission to the Human Services - Early Childhood Teaching Assistant curriculum.

Program Requirements: The one year curriculum provides training in child psychology, child care and child education in addition to general education classes. Students who are not proficient in English and mathematics will be required to correct their deficiencies in developmental courses. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, the student will be awarded a Certificate in Early Childhood Teaching Assistant.

Total Minimum Credits Required for Certificate ................................................37

Footnotes*

1. Introduction to Elementary Statistics requires placement testing. Students must be proficient in Algebra I.

Additional Information

1. Number of students completing program between July 1, 2011-June 30, 2012
2. Total tuition and fees are based on the 2012-13 academic year and are subject to change.
3. Total books and supplies are based on the 2012-13 academic year and are subject to change.
4. All students who completed between July 1, 2011 and June 30,2012 are included in this calculation. This job placement rate looks only at jobs that were in the field of study. This rate is based on program completers who were employed within 180 days of completion. Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) data were used to identify employed students. VEC data does not include federal employment, military employment or employers from other states.