Educator Prep
Interested in being part of the social and intellectual development of children? Do
you want to be an inspiration to young people and encourage them to achieve and grow?
The education field just might be for you! SCC’s
Education Academy prepares you to step into a number of different education pathways.
- SCC's Early Childhood Education (ECE) program is designed to prepare students to secure one of the many careers available in early childhood education.
- SCC's Elementary Education AA and Secondary Education AA degree transfer majors prepare students with a foundation in education principles and expose them to complex problems and relations in the field of education.
Where are classes offered?
Classes are held on the West Burlington Campus, Keokuk campus, and participating high schools.
What classes will I take?
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Child Health, Safety & Nutrition
Early Childhood Curriculum Planning
Field Experience
How long does it take?
Academy length is two consecutive school years.
How many college credits can I earn?
Students who complete this academy will earn up to 31 hours of college credit that can transfer to SCC's early childhood and pre-elementary education programs.
What do I get when I complete the academy?
After successful completion of these 12 courses, a student will earn the Early Childhood Education Diploma.
What can I do after high school?
What can I do after high school?
Keep going!
Students who complete this career academy are ready to step into SCC's specialized
specialized transfer degree and then transfer to a number of colleges and
universities to complete a bachelor’s degree.
Many of these classes count towards SCC’s Elementary Education Transfer Major Associate
of Arts degree.
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For a complete listing of the classes in this academy, talk to your SCC high school success advocate.
Contact Us
Michael Conrad
High schools served:
Burlington, Notre Dame, VIBE, Mediapolis, and Wapello
(319) 208-5720
mconrad@scciowa.edu
April Gerst
High schools served:
West Burlington, Danville, New London, Ft Madison, Holy Trinity, home school and out-of-state
(319) 208-5277
agerst@scciowa.edu
Abby Herriman
High schools served:
Central Lee, Keokuk, Clark County, home school and out-of-state
(319) 313-1929
aherriman@scciowa.edu
Caili Rodeffer
High schools served:
WACO, Mount Pleasant, Winfield
(319) 208-5007
crodeffer@scciowa.edu