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Learn the latest trends in educational methods, child psychology, and more with online distance learning associate degree programs in early childhood development.

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Associate Degree in Early Childhood Development

Child education and childcare specialists can increase their job opportunities and expand their knowledge with an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Development. Students develop a solid foundation in the theory and practice of effective childcare, with coursework in child growth and development, child psychology, methods of early childhood education, infant and toddler care, children with special needs, health, safety, and nutrition, and child communication skills.

An associate degree in Early Childhood Development qualifies graduates for higher level childcare and teaching positions, such as lead teacher in a daycare or preschool, Head Start teacher, child caseworker's aide, home daycare provider, and teacher's aide. Many students use the associate degree as preparation for a bachelor degree in the field, which in turn opens up a wider range of teaching roles and higher earning potential.

Early childhood development graduates can expect favorable growth across the field through 2014, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Median salary for childcare administrators was $33,340 in 2002, but income varies widely from job to job and no degree program can guarantee future earning power. Elevated scrutiny of childcare institutions and emphasis on early childhood education means that career opportunities should be strong for qualified child development specialists.

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Kaplan University

ASIS/Early Childhood Development

Kaplan University is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Penn Foster Schools

Early Childhood Education
There are certain skills you need to begin a career in early childhood education. With Penn Foster distance learning, you can earn your early childhood education degree quickly and conveniently. You'll learn fundamentals of early childhood education, English composition and computer literacy, child psychology and language and literacy development. Books, lessons, learning aids, special supplements, and software included at no additional cost.

Penn Foster High School is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Penn Foster High School is affiliated with DANTES, which qualifies U.S. military personnel for tuition reimbursement. Many Penn Foster programs are approved for U.S. Armed Forces veterans training benefits.

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Penn Foster College
Established in 1890, Penn Foster College is one of the oldest and largest distance learning institutions in the world. Students can study online, in print, or a combination of each—you decide which method best suits your learning style.

Early Childhood Education
There are certain skills you need to begin a career in early childhood education. With Penn Foster distance learning, you can earn your early childhood education degree quickly and conveniently. You'll learn fundamentals of early childhood education, English composition and computer literacy, child psychology and language and literacy development. Books, lessons, learning aids, special supplements, and software included at no additional cost.

Penn Foster College is licensed by the Arizona State Board of Private Postsecondary Education and is authorized to award Associate of Science Degrees. Penn Foster is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) in Washington, D.C which is listed with the U.S. Department of Education.

Penn Foster College offers affordable, all-inclusive pricing--among the lowest of all career schools--and 0% interest financing and customized payment plans.

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Penn Foster Global - Scranton

Early Childhood Education

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Independence University

AS - Early Childhood Education

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Kaplan University

ASIS/Early Childhood Development

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Early Childhood Education

Penn Foster College

Early Childhood Education

Penn Foster Global - Scranton

Early Childhood Education

Independence University

AS - Early Childhood Education

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