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Early Childhood Education

Social & Public Services pathway

Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education Associate of Applied Science Degree
Child Development Associate Short-Term Technical Certificate 

Gain the skills needed to—


  • teach and nurture young children.
  • apply educational theories and practices to support development.
  • provide individualized instruction to meet students’ needs.
  • plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons.
  • work and communicate with educators and parents.

Gain a teaching license.

The Early Childhood Education program is accredited by the Ohio Department of Education and prepares individuals for the Ohio Pre-Kindergarten Associate Teacher License.

Ohio occupational outlook.

$27,340


The current starting salary for a Preschool Teacher in Ohio.

$29,050


The current median salary for a Preschool Teacher in Ohio.

1,820


The current number of annual openings for a Preschool Teacher in Ohio.

*Source: . April 2024.


Interested in career assistance?

Early Childhood Education student
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“The best way to prepare for a career in Early Childhood Education is to experience working with children in classrooms, which is a big part of most courses in the program.”

Summer W., Edison State Student

Ready to get started?

Step One

Submit your application.

Step Two

Upload your transcript(s).

Step Three

Search & register for classes.

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