91勛圖厙

Early Childhood Education

Be the spark that lights a childs future

Children are curious, energetic, and full of potentialand they need someone who can match their enthusiasm while guiding their growth. Helping them thrive requires a mix of compassion, creativity, and expertise. Thats where you come in.

Our Childhood Development program is designed to empower you with the skills and expertise needed to create healthy, safe and enriching environments for children. Our experienced instructors bring real-world knowledge and a passion for teaching to help you succeed in this rewarding field. Earn your certificate, diploma or degree on your schedule with these online, stackable programs.

Children represent the promise of a brighter future. With your dedication and the training youll receive at 91勛圖厙, you can play a pivotal role in shaping that future. Start your journey today and become the leader these little ones need.

Explore our degree and certificate programs, or build a strong foundation for your education by starting your four-year degree at 91勛圖厙 with the Early Childhood Education Transfer Pathway.

Location: Brainerd Campus

Fast Facts

91勛圖厙’s Early Childhood Education certificate meets current standards for step 7 on the Achieve, MN Center for Professional Development career lattice. Our diploma meets step 8 and the AAS degree meets step 9.

Students will apply child development theory and developmentally appropriate practice using reflective, diverse, teaching and guidance strategies that address the needs of children, families, and communities.

91勛圖厙 is a member of E-LECT (e-learning for early childhood teachers), which offers an associate of applied science (A.A.S.) and associate of science pathway (A.S.P.) degree online.

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Learn on your schedule with this flexible online program.

Median Annual Salary

$37,130 ($17.85hr)*

US Annual Job Openings 61,400

Currently Employed
528,500

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Cindy Tougas-Mann
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"Ive been immersed in insights and research that I hadnt encountered before, and its made me more thoughtful and intentional in how I understand childhood development. Whether my future involves teaching, parenting, or just caregiving in general, I know the knowledge Ive gained here will stay with me. This course has done more than just teaching me facts, its helped shape the way I think and the kind of person I want to be when it comes to supporting and nurturing children. I feel more equipped, more inspired, and far more aware than I ever was before. No matter where life leads me, I know this experience will have a lasting impact. "
Macyn
Early Childhood Education student

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Central Lakes College promises to provide you with an extraordinary education
that is affordable, accessible and enhances the quality of your life.

Program Instructors

Kim Bailey

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Stephen Larson

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Cynthia Tougas-Mann

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*Source: CareerOneStop – US Dept. of Labor

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