Early Childhood Education

Students may begin their study in the ECE programs in any quarter. In order to start this program, the placement process must be completed through the Testing Center. Visit wwcc.edu/placement for more information. WSP criminal background check is required to enroll in the program. READ 088 is the minimum level recommended to enroll in ECE courses above 100 level and is required at degree completion. Some courses require permission of the faculty advisor to enroll.

• Provide students with the highest level of instruction in the knowledge and skills required in the field of early childhood education.
• Attract, retain and graduate competent students into the early childhood education profession.
• Keep programs current with industry standards by involving community stakeholders in curriculum development and verification of student outcomes.
• Articulate the Early Childhood Education program with regional high schools and universities.
• Educate and graduate students who possess the knowledge and skills required to succeed in early childhood careers or studies at the university level.

At WWCC, we’ll help you find scholarships that may be open to you. Scholarships provide money for school that you don’t have to pay back. They can be used for things like tuition, books, tools and fees. They come from sources like the WWCC Foundation, local businesses and private funds. Some

WWCC programs also have scholarships for students working toward a certain certificate or degree. You might qualify based on good grades, financial need or the potential to benefit from school. The bottom line: You have options. We’ll help you explore them at WWCC.

There are lots of ways to pay for college. We will work with you to find the right mix of support so that you can go after your dreams. Talk with us to learn more about:

• Financial aid — grants, scholarships and student loans.

• Workforce Education Services — support for students on workforce training pathways.

• Warrior Pledge — covers needs not met by other financial aid.

• Flexible payment plans — low monthly payments with no interest.

• Work study — work part-time on campus while you earn your degree.

• Emergency funds — for students who are struggling to make ends meet.

You can go to college. Start exploring your options today.

Early Childhood Education coursework is typically offered in late afternoon, evenings and on weekends to accommodate students who are working. WAOL courses are available every quarter.

For additional information including regional employment data, completion rates, student characteristics, and employment see http://www.careerbridge.wa.gov.

Early Childhood Education (ECE) has a written arrangement with the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) to offer shared courses for this program across the community and technical college system. The method of delivery for these courses is online and students will not incur any additional costs for enrolling in this coursework (other than typical tuition and fees). Students enrolled through an individual college in a class managed by SBCTC Educational Technology will be subject to and protected by the policies and procedures of WWCC.