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A child鈥檚 learning experiences in his or her first eight years of life are crucial to social, mental and emotional growth and development and academic success. Working in this field requires patience, creativity, and a desire to make a difference in a child鈥檚 life. It also requires keen observation skills, a talent for human insight, and clear communication skills.

As a student in Blackhawk's Early Childhood Education program, you will gain those skills and more. You鈥檒l learn how to incorporate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) into early childhood education, making you a highly desirable candidate as an educator who can help children develop their critical thinking skills through fun and play. You鈥檒l learn innovative teaching techniques and skills through a hands-on approach in a unique learning environment. With field experience taking place in the first semester, you鈥檒l know early on if working in early childhood education is right for you.

We also offer the . The ECE4U program lets you complete your two-year degree here and then transfer to UWW to get a dual license, allowing you to teach early childhood through third grade and special education through third grade. 

Tuition鈥�& Potential Earnings

Estimated Tuition Cost

$9,915

Paying For College
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Median Wage

$32,300

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Academic Plan

  • ECE: Foundations of Early Childhood Education
  • ECE: Health, Safety, and Nutrition
  • ECE: Infant & Toddler Development
  • ECE: Field Experience 1
  • English Composition 1
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  • ECE: Child Development
  • ECE: Guiding Children's Behavior
  • ECE: Early Language & Literacy
  • ECE: Social Studies, Art & Music
  • ECE: Field Experience 2
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  • ECE: Children with Differing Abilities
  • Speech
  • ECE: Field Experience 3
  • ECE: STEM
  • Mathematical Reasoning or Intermediate Algebra with Applications
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  • ECE: Family and Community Relationships
  • ECE: Field Experience 4
  • Introduction to Sociology
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • Elective
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Flexible Learning Options

Many courses at Blackhawk are offered in one or more of these formats:

  • In-Person
  • Live Online (synchronous)
  • Online Anytime (asynchronous)
  • FlexLab (in-person when it fits your schedule)

For some courses, we offer a MyEdChoice option, allowing you to choose how to attend each class session. You can switch between online and in-person formats from week to week or even day to day, depending on your needs and schedule. More Information

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MyEdChoice
Hybrid
FlexLab

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Get in touch with our Admissions department for information on program details, curriculum, credit transfer options, and financial aid opportunities.

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Additional Program Information

Early Childhood Education program graduates will meet the state educational requirements to be a child care teacher in a licensed group early childhood center for children ages two weeks to 10 years old.

  • Physical information needs to be completed before beginning classes
  • A caregiver background check and health examination are required prior to beginning a clinical/practicum

Please note: drug testing may also be required by certain sites. There are fees associated with these tasks. For more information, please contact the program faculty and/or program advisor.

Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to:

  • Apply child development theory to practice
  • Cultivate relationships with children, family, and the community
  • Assess child growth and development
  • Use effective, research-based practices in teaching and learning
  • Demonstrate professionalism
  • Integrate health, safety, and nutrition practices

The T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship Program is a program administered by the Wisconsin Early Childhood Association (WECA) and is funded through the Department of Children & Families (DCF). It offers qualifying students a major portion of tuition and book costs, plus a travel stipend and a bonus upon completion.

T.E.A.C.H. Scholarships can be used for the Early Childhood Education associate degree or any of the credentials offered at 欧美一级片. For more information, call 1 (800) 783-9322 ext. 7240.

Highlights

Associate Degree

61 Credits

Beloit-Janesville Campus

6004 S. County Road G, Janesville, WI 53546

Potential Careers

Nannies

Nursery Schools

Day Care Centers

Infant Toddler Center

Instructional Aide in Public Schools

Early Childhood Education student Hope Hopper

“If you are looking for a college where you know that you matter and know when you graduate, you can make a difference, Blackhawk is the school for you.”

Hope Hopper

Early Childhood Education

Career Pathways

A Career Pathway is a step-by-step plan designed to lead you to career success and advancement.

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Associate Degree

Early Childhood Education

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