Early Childhood Education Programs

Summary

Overview of the programs offered by the Early Childhood Department

Early Childhood Education

We offer the following curriculum programs through our Early Childhood Education Department:

• Early Childhood Education A.A.S.
• Early Childhood: Licensure Transfer Track A.A.S.
• Early Childhood: Non-Licensure Transfer Track A.A.S.
• Early Childhood Certificate   
• Infant/Toddler Care Certificate 
• Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation‌‌
• Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation    

If you're uncertain about which program to enter, call our Early Childhood Education Department at (828) 398-7373.

Early Childhood/School-Age Education A.A.S.

This program has been discontinued, as of Spring 2014.

North Carolina Early Childhood Credential

You may obtain the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential (NCECC), which is required for employment in many child care centers, by taking the single course EDU-119 Introduction to Early Childhood Education.

Specific Admissions Requirements

For specific admissions requirements, which include references and a criminal background check, see the different program descriptions online at abtech.edu/academic-programs.

Additional Questions

For more information, call Jennifer Bosworth, the chairperson of Early Childhood Education, at jenniferbosworth@abtech.edu or (828) 398-7373.