Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Luna 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 Kentucky colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Luna Community College

2421 Fitzgerald Industrial Dr., Bowling Green, KY

About
Luna Community College, located in Las Vegas, New Mexico, was founded in 1969 as a vocational training facility and was named for Maximiliano Luna, a representative for the Territory of New Mexico in 1899. The school was originally known as Luna Area Vocational Technical School, and provided educational opportunities to the school districts of Las Vegas, Santa Rosa, West Las Vegas and Mora. The school has grown over the years, providing excellent service to its multiple counties, and in 2000 changed its name to the current to demonstrate its growth into a full fledged comprehensive college.


Academics
As a comprehensive community college, LCC offers a variety of programs aimed at workforce development and transfer. Workforce development programs train individuals in a particular field, allowing them to develop skills and experience necessary for entry into the workforce as qualified professionals. Such programs typically take one to two years to complete and resulting in a certificate or degree. Transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by application to a four year institution to complete their education.


Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Early Childhood Education
• Nursing
• Criminal Justice
• Liberal Arts

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution, any individual wishing to enroll may do so b y meeting the minimum requirements for admission and completing an admission application. Students should supply test scores and transcripts, and may be required to take a placement exam. A meeting with a counselor is also recommended. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used to develop a student's financial aid packet.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

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

• 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

• Bowling Green, KY
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.55
  • Average Annual Salary: $32350

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

• Bowling Green, KY
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Annual Salary: $47380

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