Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Fisher 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Fisher College

260 S Main St, Fall River, MA

Fisher College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Boston, MA and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Fisher College is nearly a thousand yearly.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Legal Professions And Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 730 to 950 on the SAT and in a range of 17 to 22 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. This school accepts roughly 60 percent of students applying annually. Of those students admitted, around 20 percent of students enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at fisher.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $28,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of grants and loans.

The mascot for Fisher College is the "Falcons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

Contact information, academics information, programs, and more may be viewed on school's website at www.fisher.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

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

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

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).