Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Blue Mountain Community 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 Oregon colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Blue Mountain Community College (BMCC)

234 SW Broadway, Portland, OR

Searching for a college with innovative programs and dynamic delivery methods? Blue Mountain Community College is the one you’re looking for.

BMCC is a comprehensive community college which responds to the changing needs of students, industries and communities it serve. It consists of a main campus in Pendleton, Oregon, 6 centers located in Baker City, Hermiston, Boardman, Milton-Freewater, and John Day. It also maintains a contract-out-of-district location and a distance education learning modalities serving students in the region and around the world.

Select from its offering of professional technical certificates and college transfer degrees, training for college preparatory and adult basic skills, continuing and community education, and job development programs. You’ll be taught and guided by 350 dedicated persons in the campus community who will help you achieve your goals.

And with the continuous growth and sophistication of technology, you may take advantage of its numerous courses offered via distance learning.

Join BMCC at this exciting time as they debut many new programs such as Precision Agriculture and Veterinary Assistant degrees. This is in response to the demands in the workforce and to provide new career opportunities for all.

BMCC delivers these excellent academic programs at affordable quality instruction in small class sizes and with student support services like financial assistance, advising and degree planning, tutoring, advanced amenities and disability accommodations.

Whether you want to earn a degree or to seek professional/technical training for self-improvement and workforce development, Blue Mountain Community College is the premier learning institution to consider starting your journey for success.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. BMCC has offered the following programs 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

Salary & Wages

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $31670

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

Salary & Wages

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $56000

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