Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Bellevue College prepare students for a career as a daycare provider, social worker, camp counselor, recreation work, teacher assistant, or preschool teacher. The program focuses on teaching students ranging in age from infancy through eight years, depending on the school system or state regulations. Program courses include preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. Get more details below including other Virginia colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Bellevue College

1000 E Main Street, Wytheville, VA

Bellevue College (formerly known as Bellevue Community College), located in Bellevue, Washington, is a fully accredited institution that offers students the opportunity to earn career certificates, two-year associate degrees, and bachelor’s degrees, as well.

The campus and student life at Bellevue College will rival that of a large state university. BC offers a complete athletic program with 10 sports teams that are always top competitors. Bellevue College also offers many extra-curricular activities and clubs for students to participate in. Not only is there a student art gallery, there is also a student-led chorus and choir, as well as a jazz band.

Clubs offered at Bellevue College include: Performance Arts Club, LGBTQ & Allies Club, Computer Science Club, Black Student Union, Latino Students Club, and many more.

One of the most unique aspects of Bellevue College is its on-campus planetarium. Students can visit the planetarium at any time and enjoy unique perspectives of the sun, moon, and stars.

Bellevue also touts a fully-functioning student government in which students can participate. The student-elected council is involved in all policy-making that occurs at Bellevue College.

The cost to attend Bellevue College for in-state residents is $107.00 per credit hour for lower division classes and $245.00 per credit hour for upper division classes. Out-of-state residents can attend Bellevue College for $279.00 per credit hour for lower division classes and $598.00 per credit hour for upper division classes.

If you are interested in applying at Bellevue College, or would like more information regarding the programs of study offered there, click here to access the Bellevue College official website.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bellevue College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, preschool teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.7% from 2014 to 2024

Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, kindergarten teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).