Early Childhood Care & Education, preparing students to nurture young minds and build a bright future.
The demand for early childcare professionals with professional degrees and industry-recognized credentials is rapidly growing. Being good with kids can turn into a career in the Early Childhood Care & Education program, which prepares students to earn their Child Development Associate (CDA) national credential.
Career Skill Levels
The various skill career levels for technical college high school: beginning, intermediate, advanced.
Program Opportunities
Certifications
- Child Development Associate (CDA-Ready)
- CPR/First Aid Certificate
- Pennsylvania Skills Certificate
- PSU Better Kid Care New Staff Orientation
- PSU Better Kid Care Health & Safety Training
College Credits
- Earn up to 3 college credits
- Learn about college credit opportunities in Early Childhood Care & Education
- Learn about opportunities to earn college credit
Workplace Opportunities
Some notable partners include:
Flanagan’s Preschool, YMCA of Greater Brandywine, Downingtown East High School, and more!
Tour the Program
CIP 19.0708
The Department of Education provides a CIP Code to approved Programs of Study (POS). Schools and postsecondary institutions use the CIP code to categorize the POS, outline the scope and sequence of educational offerings, and develop a POS task list. Review the task list.