Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College

60 Zimmerman Drive, Waynesburg, PA

Located in Hayward, Wisconsin, Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College (LCOOCC) offers 2-year and certificate programs in a variety of disciplines. Associate of Arts degrees are offered in such specialties as early childhood education, Native American studies, and substance abuse counseling.

Students may also work toward acquiring an associate of applied science in casino operations management, medical assisting, or agriculture and national resources management. Other two-year offerings include programs that lead an associate’s degree in food and nutrition, business administration and accounting. Certificate programs highlight such subject areas as medical transcription, renewable energy, carpentry, and day care.

LCOOCC is one of two tribal Wisconsin schools. Enrollment in the college typically averages around 550 students during the school year. While the primary campus is located in Hayward, satellite campuses can be found at Lac du Flambeau, Bayfield, Odanah, and Hertel as well. The school, which was established in 1982, was founded by Chippewa Native Americans to serve the educational needs of the Hayward area and the Lac Courte Oreilles band of the tribe. Approximately 70% of the students attending the college are of Native American descent.

LCOOCC is unique in that it advocates a no-financing policy. Therefore, only scholarships or grants are awarded that do not require payback. The school emphasizes coursework that prepares students for careers soon after they graduate. You can contact the school, which is located at 13466 W. Trepania road, at 888-526-6221.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College offers an associate's degree program in early childhood education.

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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).