Child Development Degree

The child development program at Mitchell Community College prepares students for careers in child care centers, special needs programs, in home care, family child care, school age care, preschools, and recreational programs. The program focuses on the intellectual, social, emotional, and biological development of children and the planning and design of human services. Program courses include: parent-child relations, parenting practices, special needs of children, parental and environmental influences on child development, external support services, and public policy issues. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer child development degrees.

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Mitchell Community College

Also known as Miller-Motte College

5000 Market Street, Wilmington, NC

Founded in 1852, Mitchell Community College functions as a higher educational resource for the residents of Iredell County and nearby areas. It is located at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Piedmont North Carolina. 

As a student-centered institution, Mitchell provides opportunities for students to achieve their personal and professional goals. This college offers wide range of programs including Associate degree, Diploma and Certificate, as well as general and continuing education. These programs are designed to meet the objectives of the students whether it is to transfer in four-year institutions, start a career, venture in another field or just to enhance their skills. 

This college is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Its Associate degree, Certificate and Diploma courses fall under the following areas of study: Arts and Sciences, Business Technologies, Constriction Technologies, Engineering Technologies, Health Sciences and Public Service Technologies. Continuing Education, on the other hand, include High School programs, Career and College Promise (CCP), Articulated Credits Earned (ACE) program and the Early College program. 

In support of the students, several resources including the Huskins Library, MIND Center and Career Center are available on campus. Numerous activities and events can also be enjoyed by Mitchell students. Moreover, students also have the option to participate in several organizations.

For more than a century, Mitchell has consistently provided quality academic services to the community it serves. And in line with its mission to meet the diverse and changing needs of the community, this college continuously strives for the improvement of its academic services. 

About Mitchell http://mitchellcc.edu/about-mcc/

Future Student's Guide http://mitchellcc.edu/future-students/enroll-now.cfm

Students Enrolled in the Child Development Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Miller-Motte College offers a less than one year certificate program in child development.

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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

Farm and Home Management Advisors

Description

Advise, instruct, and assist individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural-related processes, or home economics activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to solve problems; and instruct and train in product development, sales, and the use of machinery and equipment to promote general welfare. Includes county agricultural agents, feed and farm management advisors, home economists, and extension service advisors.

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