Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Front Range 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 Colorado colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

Learn more by requesting information now!

Front Range Community College

1000 Rim Drive, Durango, CO

About

Front Range Community College, located in Westminster, Colorado, is the first and largest community college established by the State Board of Community Colleges and Occupational Education. Originally the north campus of the Community College of Denver, in 1968 the campus was renamed and established as a separate entity by the state board. Over the years the school has expanded its campus, classes and services. FRCC became one of the first schools in Colorado to offer online education. Enrollment has grown very quickly requiring FRCC to expand the campus and open satellite locations in nearby area. The school is dedicated to providing a quality education to its students by constantly reviewing and updating its programs, services and facilities, adding new ones if necessary to meet student needs and evolving community and industry standards.

Academics

Front Range Community College offers a number of academic transfer and career programs allowing students to pick the one that suits their goals. Academic transfer programs complete the freshman and sophomore years of a bachelor's degree at a significantly lower financial cost. Once completed students may apply to a four year institution of their choice to finish their degree. Students should meet with an academic advisor to plan their curriculum to better prepare them for the school or schools they plan to apply to.

Career programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a degree or certificate that demonstrates that a student is qualified to enter the workforce in their area of study. Such programs provide the skills and knowledge necessary to operate as a professional, utilizing a mixture of classroom education and practical courses to provide experience in a working environment prior to graduation. Career programs often reflect the needs of the community, particularly in high demand fields.

Programs offered include:

• Anthropology
• Sociology
• Astronomy
• Physics
• Early Childhood Education
• Paralegal

Admissions and Financial Aid

FRCC maintains an open enrollment policy that guarantees entry into the college as long as the student is at least 17 years of age. Applications can be completed online or printed then the submitted via mail to the school. Once submitted a student should participate in orientation and meet with an advisor to outline their goals and curriculum. Registration typically takes place just prior to the start of the semester, with tuition due shortly thereafter.

Financial Aid is available to eligible students. To begin the process of determining eligibility students should visit the financial aid office and meet with a counselor.  Students must provide financial information as well as complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will result in a student aid report used by the school to determine need, eligibility, and award.

Clubs and Organizations

Clubs and organizations are available at all campuses at Front Range Community College, though clubs are unique to each campus. Such clubs provide students the opportunity to explore new interests or to develop existing ones by meeting other individuals who share them. Clubs and organizations provide students a method for socializing outside of a classroom environment. Clubs and organizations may promote cultural development, academic growth, or pursue entertainment or other interests. Students may also pursue the founding of a new club if the school does not have one that covers one's interests.

Clubs and organizations at FRCC include:

• Adventures in Anthropology
• Design Club
• Horticulture Club
• Society of American Foresters
• Psychology Club

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Front Range Community 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).