Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at College of Coastal Georgia 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 Georgia colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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College of Coastal Georgia (CCGA)

1100 Spring Street, Suite 101, Atlanta, GA

The College of Coastal Georgia, located in Brunswick, Georgia, was founded in 1961 and began operation in 1964, utilizing a bond measure from residents of Brunswick and Glynn Counties to purchase the land and construct facilities. From 1980 until 2009 the school offered certificate and associate degree programs, but in late 2008 was approved for offering bachelor degree programs, resulting in the addition of a new programs in 2009. The new focus of providing four year educational opportunities is part of the school's long term plan to redirect its educational programs, expand and renovate its facilities, and provide student housing. The planned changes extend to 2020, when the school's redesign should be completed.

Academics

College of Coastal Georgia currently offers a number of bachelor and associate degree programs for aspiring students. As part of the schools future goals additional four year programs are being added, with a public affairs bachelor program currently the next to be offered. Associate programs typically take 2 years to complete and are offered at the school as pre-bachelor programs designed to ready students for either transfer or continued education at the current location. Bachelor programs typically take four years to complete, and allow for career opportunities or further education pursuits at the graduate level.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Psychology
• Education
• Mathematics

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrollment at College of Coastal Georgia should complete and submit an admissions application along with all pertinent information, including transcripts and standardized test scores. Standardized test scores may be used in lieu of a COMPASS placement exam if the student scores sufficiently. All students must submit proof of person either through a passport, birth certificate or driver's license. Immunization records must also be submitted. Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans and work study programs. To determine eligibility and awards students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will provide a student aid report (SAR) that the school will use. Scholarships may also be available, requiring a separate application and given for reasons as outlined by the scholarships purpose.

Athletics

The College of Coastal Georgia Mariners Participate in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics' (NAIA) Southern States Athletic Conference. Intercollegiate sports offer students an opportunity to demonstrate school pride and compete with others under an atmosphere of healthy competition. Sports provide discipline and training,  presenting students with the skills and behaviors that may be applied in academics or careers.

Athletic programs offered:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Tennis
• Softball (Women Only)
• Volleyball (Women Only) 

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CCGA offers a bachelor'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

Salary & Wages

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 8
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.30
  • Average Annual Salary: $29740

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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Annual Salary: $53780

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