Early Childhood Education

Are you passionate about supporting the social and intellectual development of children? Do you enjoy inspiring young learners and helping them grow? If so, a career in education may be the perfect path for you. SCC’s Early Childhood Education Career Academy is designed to prepare students for a wide range of rewarding careers working with young children and their families.

Earn Certificates

• Child Development Infant/Toddler: ECE-103, ECE 170, ECE-133, SDV-108, ECE-221,EDU-235
• Child Development Preschool Certificate: ECE-103, ECE 170, ECE-133, SDV-108, ECE 158, ECE-159
• Parent Educator Certificate: ECE-103, ECE 170, ECE-123

All academy coursework can also be applied toward a diploma or an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, giving students a strong foundation for advancing their education and career.

Class Listings

FL-SEM 1	ECE-103 Intro to Early Childhood Education ECE-133 Child Health, Safety & Nutrition SDV-108 College Experience
SP-SEM 2	ECE-170 Child Growth & Development ECE-158 Early Childhood Curriculum I
FL-SEM 3	EDU-235 Children’s Literature ECE-159 Early Childhood Curriculum II
SP-SEM 4	ECE-123 Family, Teacher & Community ECE-221 Infant Toddler Care & Education

Where are classes offered?

Classes are held on the West Burlington Campus, Keokuk campus, online, and participating high schools. Students have some flexibility in taking the courses listed above.

Talk to your high school counselor or the SCC advocates for concurrent enrollment listed here to create the plan that’s right for you.

What do I get when I complete the career academy?

Earn three valuable credentials: Child Development Infant/Toddler Certificate, Child Development Certificate, and Parent Educator Certificate, by completing the nine courses in the Early Childhood Career Academy..    

What can I do after high school?

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These classes are part of SCC’s early childhood education career academy.

For information on how to register, talk to your high school counselor or contact one of SCC’s Student Success Advocates for concurrent enrollment.

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Have a conversation with your counselor about your options, eligibility, and how these classes fit in your schedule.

Meet with your SCC student success advocate to prepare and sign up for classes.

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