Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Carteret 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 North Carolina colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Carteret Community College

3435 Performance Rd, Charlotte, NC

Carteret Community College, located in Morehead City, North Carolina, was founded in 1963 and is one of the 58 colleges that comprise the North Carolina Community College System, itself one of the largest such systems in the United States. The school offers a variety of programs and services designed to assist individuals in pursing and reaching their goals.

To that end, the school is constantly reviewing its offerings to ensure they remain relevant and updating and adding programs and facilities to accommodate changes and meet them head on.

Academics

Carteret Community College offers a variety of programs that allow students to pursue academic transfer or workforce development opportunities. Individuals wishing to pursue academic transfer will complete a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to four year institutions to continue that education and earn a bachelor's degree.

Career and technical programs allow students to receive an education and training in a high demand field or industry for the purposes of long term employment after completion of the program. Programs take between one and two years to finish, and result in a certificate or degree.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Aquaculture
• Nursing
• Medical Assistant
• Liberal Arts

Admissions and Financial Aid

Carteret Community College is an open enrollment institution that requires students be eighteen years of age and has a high school diploma or equivalent. Individuals who do not meet the criteria may meet with a representative to discuss options in preparation for their education.

Enrollment is accomplished through the submission of an application and previous transcripts, as well as payment of fees. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor prior to registration to discuss program options. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships which are awarded based on need as determined by the applicant's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Carteret Community College has offered the following degree 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

Salary & Wages

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $29290

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

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 990
  • Average Annual Salary: $43530

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