Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at University of Maine at Augusta 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 Maine colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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University of Maine at Augusta (UMA)

286 River Rd, Arundel, ME

University of Maine at Augusta, a public institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Augusta, ME, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at UMA exceeds five thousand yearly.

Areas of study available at UMA include:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Science Technology

The school has an open enrollment policy, admitting all students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be needed for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at uma.edu.

The tuition at University of Maine at Augusta varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $8,200 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $18,000 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Students may visit the school's www.uma.edu/ to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Maine at Augusta offers a less than two-year award 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

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).