Early Childhood Education Preschool

Early Childhood Education Preschool Technical Diploma

Program Code: 30-307-7

For more information: wctc.edu/preschool

Gain specialized training to work directly with preschool-aged children in a variety of early care and education settings. Learn to support the healthy growth, development and learning of children ages three to five years.

Completion of this technical diploma satisfies the coursework requirements for the Registry Pre-School Credential.

The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:

Core Courses = C
Program GPA = 2.0

Build your degree along a career pathway.  Start with a couple of courses or an entry-level credential to enter the job market in your area of interest, then continue with higher credentials on your educational path for job advancement and higher wages.

Certificates you can earn along the way:

• Infant Toddler Credential Technical Certificate 

Program Outcomes

1. Identify the relationship between the child development theory to practice.
2. Develop positive relationships with children and adults.
3. Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
4. Utilize health, safety, and nutrition practices. 

Critical Life Skills

To help our students prepare for success in a workplace and society that is increasingly global, multi-cultural, and collaborative, all students are given opportunities to develop and demonstrate Critical Life Skills, both in and out of the classroom. The following Critical Life Skills are learning outcomes for WCTC students.

• Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication.
• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems.
• Relationships: Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
• Self-management: Demonstrate responsible and respectful behavior.

Listed below are the required courses for the program. To view the recommended sequence for taking courses click on the plan of study tab(s) above.  Work with your Academic Advisor to design a program plan!

Click Here to see when each course will be offered (term and time of day).