The child care certificate program provides child-focused courses on topics such as child growth and development, positive child guidance, and curriculum planning. The program of study is approximately 24 credit hours and provides an introduction to child care administration and hands-on employability skills. Courses meet the State of Michigan Child Care Licensing Regulations for Director Qualifications and the CDA training guidelines.
Contact the Early Childhood & Teacher Education office at 269.965.3931 Ext. 2109
or by e-mail education@kellogg.edu
The two-year Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education prepares students to work in positions such as a Lead Preschool Teacher, Licensed Home Day Care Provider, Assistant Teacher, Child Caregiver, Infant/Toddler Teacher and Center/Program Director. Graduates will find work opportunities in programs like Head Start, State Preschool Readiness programs, child care centers, and preschools. Courses are available face-to-face and may be online.
The planned two-year program is approximately 62 credit hours. Previous students may be able to transfer earned college credit into the program.
Courses may include:
- Child Growth and Development
- Positive Child Guidance
- Child Psychology
- Working with Children with Special Needs
- Child Care Administration
- Anti-Bias Curriculum
- Creative Arts and Movement for Young Children.
or by e-mail education@kellogg.edu
Interested in earning your 4-year degree?
Kellogg Community College Early Childhood Program announces partnerships with:
Miller College Elementary Program, Spring Arbor College, and Western Michigan University.
After completing an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, students may be eligible to enter on of these advanced programs as a junior.
Please call the Early Childhood & Teacher Education office for further details.
269.965.3931 Ext. 2109
Have you studied Child Development in high school or through 4C classes (Child Care Resources)?
You may be able to earn credit toward an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education at area high schools. Call Dawn Larsen for more
information at 269.965.3931 Ext. 2109.
Students who have completed BASICS training with Child Care Resources may be able to earn 1 credit hour toward the completion of their 2-year Associate
Degree in Early Childhood Education. Call Dawn Larsen for more information at 269.965.3931 Ext 2109.
Contact Dawn Larsen at 269.965.3931 Ext. 2109
or by e-mail
larsend@kellogg.edu