Associate of Occupational Science in Early Childhood Education
Train to Become a Early Childhood Educator in Washington DC Metro Area
Build the knowledge, practical skills, and professional confidence needed to support young children’s learning and development.
The Associate of Occupational Science in Early Childhood Education is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in current research, theories, and practices in early childhood education. The curriculum explores contemporary issues in the field and emphasizes effective strategies and techniques for teaching English to infants, young children, and elementary school-aged learners.
- Learn how to help young children learn language, reading, and social skills in a fun environment using play and creative activities
- High-quality curriculum with the most updated knowledge, skills, and expertise.
- Professional instructors with outstanding knowledge and experience in the field
- Variety of experiences with field trips and guest speaker sessions
Federal Student Aid Notice
Federal Pell Grants are available to eligible undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. Eligibility and estimated award amounts are determined based on information provided on the FAFSA®. Final financial aid offers are determined by the school. To apply or learn more, visit StudentAid.gov.
With flexible career paths and the opportunity to build strong community bonds, many early childhood education professionals report high job satisfaction and long‑term stability. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of preschool teachers is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations, driven by increased childcare and preschool enrollment.
Graduates with an Early Childhood Education degree can work in a variety of settings, including daycare centers, preschools, Head Start programs, and private homes as teaching assistants, lead teachers, or childcare providers in the Washington, DC metropolitan area and Northern Virginia.
Educational Outcomes/Settings
Through coursework and hands‑on experience, they gain the skills needed to understand child development from birth through age eight, design developmentally appropriate lessons, and manage safe, nurturing classroom environments. Graduates are prepared for a variety of career opportunities in early childhood education settings, including positions as;
- Teacher assistants
- Childcare providers
- Early childhood specialists
- Educational researchers
Median Salary
$71,390
per year$34.32
per hourIdentification
- •Passport
- •Driver's License
- •State-issued ID
Education History
- •Diploma/school transcript (at least high school)
- •General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- •DD-214 form
Application Fee
Domestic$100
International$200
International Applicants
F-1 Student Visa
- •Initial Enrollment
- •Transfer-In with I-20
- •Change of Status
- •1+1+1 Program
J-1 Exchange Visitor
- •College/University Student
- •Au Pair
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Non-Native English Speakers
CaMLA (Cambridge Michigan Language Assessments) English Test to define the English level (Must be at Advanced Level).
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