Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Salish Kootenai 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 Montana colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Salish Kootenai College (SKC)

1511 Poly Drive, Billings, MT

SKC, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Pablo, Montana, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. As a tribal college, the school's primary function is to serve residents of the reservation and to provide postsecondary educational options for its residents. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled per year at Salish Kootenai College.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

• Nursing
• Construction, Heavy Equipment Operation
• Business Administration
• Elementary Education

The school has an open enrollment policy, accepting any students that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and admissions essays may be needed for certain programs.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $4,500 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $12,000 for the year. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $2,500 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Students who wish to see more about this school can check out their website at http://www.skc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SKC has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor'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

• Billings, MT
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.65
  • Average Annual Salary: $26300

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).