Early Childhood Preschool Certificate
Southwestern Community College – NC

Program Details

The online Early Childhood Preschool Certificate prepares students to work with preschool-aged children, ages 3-5, in diverse learning environments, by combining learned theories, competency-based knowledge, and practice in actual settings with children. Coursework includes child growth and development, physical/nutritional needs of preschool children, safety issues in the care of preschool children, care and guidance, communication skills with families and children, curriculum, and other related topics. Graduates are prepared to plan and implement developmentally appropriate preschool programs in early childhood settings including child development and child care programs, public and private schools, recreational centers, Head Start Programs, and more.

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100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Southwestern Community College – NC is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Admission Tests

ACT/SAT, Placement Test

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score