Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Dubois 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Dubois

25 Yearsley Mill Road, Media, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Dubois is a public institution located in Dubois, PA and provides a large number of program options for students. The school enrolls 920 students yearly, allowing for a more personalized education.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Commerce
• Human Development and Family Studies
• Business Administration

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. The most common scores among students accepted to Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Dubois are within the range of 17 - 20 on the ACT, or 1170 - 1500 on the SAT. This school has an admissions rate of around 90 percent of which only 47 percent chose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition & fees at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Dubois vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs nearly $14,000 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 per year. This school may provide financial aid for students that qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.ds.psu.edu/.

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.46
  • Average Annual Salary: $40480
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $30570
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.88
  • Average Annual Salary: $26790

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 800
  • Average Annual Salary: $61720
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 680
  • Average Annual Salary: $56630
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 470
  • Average Annual Salary: $60700

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