Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at South Mountain 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 Arizona colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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South Mountain Community College

9000 E Chaparral Rd, Scottsdale, AZ

South Mountain Community College (SMCC) offers quality higher education for a diverse Arizona community. Their mission is to create a learning environment that promotes caring for education as well as a foundation for student development and productive citizenship on a global scale.

In order for them to successfully meet these goals, here’s what they have to offer:

• General education courses.
• Guaranteed transfer programs to 4 year institutions.
• Career development and occupational education.
• Continued education.
• English as a second language and developmental studies.
• Social and cultural events.
• Quality student services and first-hand academic support.

Over 4,700 students are currently enrolled at the college and the entire student population is comprised of undergraduates. SMCC is considered a fairly large school due to its student population.

South Mountain Community College has locations throughout Phoenix (Ahwatukee, Laveen and Guadalupe). You're able to learn more about their campus by scheduling a visit or exploring their Arts center. Also their Student Life center is open for visitation.

SMCC has recently set in place a new student information system to help provide an additional self-service for students. Here’s what it offers:

• The ability to search through all classes offered at Maricopa Community Colleges.
• Instant access to your financial accounts and financial aid at all colleges.
• Adjusting your financial aid rewards online by either accepting or reducing them.
• 24/7 access to all mandatory forms.
• Class registration and online payable tuition.
• Access to your grades.

The information you get is exclusively made available to you.

The tuition fees have to be paid at the time you decide to register or by a specific deadline listed at their website, according to the fee schedule. You'll notice how the tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. The out-of-state tuition is an additional $5,785.

Last year 90% of all SMCC students received some type of financial aid. This percentage indicates that SMCC offers financial aid at a higher proportion in comparison to most 4 year universities.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (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

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.92
  • Average Annual Salary: $26880

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

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $41910

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