Mission and Outcomes

Mission: The purpose of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Early Childhood Education is to provide academic knowledge and skill for employment in child care or pre-kindergarten programs and related family service fields. The degree will meet educational criteria for employment in publicly funded programs and prepare the student for possible transfer to other colleges and universities to meet higher educational and professional goals.

Student Learning Outcomes: Students who complete the Associate of Applied Science degree in Early Childhood Education are expected to demonstrate that they:

• have met the general education student learning outcomes
• know the subject matter appropriate to Early Childhood Education
• demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills

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