Child Care Training

The child care program at Midlands Technical College prepares students for jobs with social service agencies, public schools, private schools, head start programs, pre-school programs, and day care centers. The program focuses on the management of child care services and planning, designing, and managing child care. Program courses include: child development and psychology, home and institutional based child care, identification of diseases and injuries, parent relations, personnel and business management principles, and related laws and policies. Get more details below including other South Carolina colleges that offer child care training.

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Midlands Technical College (MTC)

179 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC

Helping students achieve their goals – that’s what is the prime focus of Midlands Technical College. Once you enroll yourself to Midlands Technical College courses, you can be rest assured that no matter what your career ambitions are, this college will help you achieve your goals. Whether you are a high school graduate or a mid-career professional this college is committed to provide quality education to enrich your future. Whether your future aspirations include technical education or health sciences or arts – this college has lots to offer.

Midlands Technical College serves the primary region of Richland, Lexington and Fairfield counties of South Carolina. Providing a great college education not only prepares the students for a great future, but also strengthens the economic and social vitality of the community at large. Students of today are the future of the community tomorrow. Preparing them today will help secure a better tomorrow for the society.

Colleges or college life creates a long lasting impression on an individual’s life. With quality education and an environment conducive for studying, growth and development, Midlands Technical College gives its students with such course offerings that help them create a successful career for themselves.

Students Enrolled in the Child Care Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. MTC offers an associate's degree program in child care.

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

Home Economics Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in childcare, family relations, finance, nutrition, and related subjects pertaining to home management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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

• Charleston-North Charleston, SC
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.97
  • Average Annual Salary: $31150

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