Early Childhood Education General Certificate

Skagit Valley College ETPL
Overview of the foundations of early childhood education. Examine theories defining the field, issues and trends, best practices, and program models. Observe children, professionals, and programs in action.

Financial information

Total tuition

$3,958.80

Total required fees

$397.50

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Mount Vernon

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location

Program details

9 Months

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

20

Credits

286

Clock Hours (Total)

Additional details

Award name

Certificate

Prerequisites

No Selection

Other prerequisites

N/A

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Completion rate

58%

Employment rate

63%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$19.59

Typical (median) annual earnings

$36,332.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Healthcare and Social Services

46%

Education

25%

Other Services

12%

Other Industries

12%

Retail Trade

5%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
104
Completion rate
58%
Average number of students who completed each year
52
Gender
Male
8%
Female
92%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
1%
Asian
2%
Black or African American
0%
Hispanic
51%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
40%
Multi-racial
5%
Other
1%
Age
Under 20
6%
20 to 29
37%
30 to 39
17%
40 to 49
16%
50 and over
23%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
26%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
41%
Some college experience, but no degree
14%
Certificate or AA
13%
BA or higher
6%