Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at SUNY College at Cortland 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 New York colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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SUNY College at Cortland

Also known as SUNY Cortland

1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY

SUNY College at Cortland is a public institution located in Cortland, NY and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. SUNY College at Cortland has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 7,400.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs SUNY College at Cortland offers:

• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Social Sciences
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Very common exam scores among students accepted to this school are in the range of 20 - 24 for the ACT exam, or 990 - 1150 on the SAT exam. An estimated 40 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 24 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at www.cortland.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $7,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $17,000 per year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $7,400. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.

This school offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, financial aid information, programs offered, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.cortland.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

• Buffalo-Cheektowaga-Niagara Falls, NY
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $13.27
  • Average Annual Salary: $27590

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

• Buffalo-Cheektowaga-Niagara Falls, NY
  • Total Employment: 610
  • Average Annual Salary: $59240

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