Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Southwestern College – WInfield 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 Kansas colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Southwestern College – WInfield (SCCC)

1801 N. Kansas Ave., Liberal, KS

Southwestern College is a nonprofit private institution located in Winfield, KS and provides a large number of program options for students. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. About a thousand students enroll at Southwestern College yearly.

Students may select from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Security And Protective Services
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. The majority of students admitted to this school achieve an SAT score in a range of 1160 to 1450, or an ACT composite score within the range of 19 to 24. This school has an acceptance rate of around 87 percent of which only 48 percent chose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at sckans.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $24,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Student housing is available for students, and generally costs around $3,200 annually. Students at Southwestern College may qualify for aid which is usually loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Southwestern College is the "Moundbuilders", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NAIA. Sports available may include:

• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)

Students should take a look at the school's http://www.sckans.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southwestern College – WInfield has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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).