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Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Certificate

2024-2025

CIP 131210 (EAT1)

Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Certificate. Want to make a difference in a young child's life? Consider the field of Early Childhood Education. Research supports the importance of high quality, early childhood programs which impact children's development throughout their school years and on into adult life. One of the most importance influences is the teacher.

Arapahoe Community College and the Early Childhood Education program faculty are committed to prepare professionals to work with young children, birth through age 8 in a variety of settings. The Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Certificate will prepare students for early childhood teacher positions in early childhood care and education settings. Upon completion of these classes, you will have met academic requirements as an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher.

All Early Childhood and general education coursework must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

Admission Requirements

Program Requirements

Major Courses (6 credit hours)
  • ECE - Elective Course of Choice 3 Credits
Total: 6 credit hours

Graduation Requirements

  • All Early Childhood and general education coursework must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.
  • Apply for graduation online at www.arapahoe.edu/graduation.
  • As a graduate of a Career and Technical Education program you will be contacted by an ACC employee in approximately six months to verify your employment information. This information gathering is a federal requirement to ensure that ACC receives certain federal funding.