Early Childhood Education
Associate Degree in Applied Science
10-307-1
Degree Completion Time: 4 Terms

2008-2009 Program Sheet
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About the Career
Children are our future. Nurturing and caring for them takes place in homes, in schools, and in various child care facilities. Parents and guardians put their trust in qualified early childhood educators to ensure the safety, well-being, and healthy development of their children–our future. If you love being with young children and want to be a part of their positive growth and development, a career in early childhood education may be a rewarding choice for you.

Special Note
Completion of First-Aid/CPR is required for graduation.

Career Outlook
There continues to be a critical need for qualified child care professionals both locally and throughout the nation. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics projects about a 20 percent growth in demand for child care workers. In addition, local child care facilities rely on LTC to train new employees as well as provide ongoing continuing education to their existing staff.

Potential Positions
Assistant Teacher in a Kindergarten/Elementary School/Special Education Site
Assistant Teacher in a Licensed Child Care Facility
Lead Teacher in a Day Care Facility
Owner/Director of an In-Home Day Care Facility
Program Director

Instructors
Leigh Ann Kramer
Ann Mickelson

Approximate Costs
•$97.05 per credit (resident)
•$594.25 per credit (out-of-state resident)
•Online class fee is $10 per credit
•Other fees vary by program (books, supplies, materials, tools, uniforms, health-related exams, etc)

FAQ
What are the approximate program costs?
See the LTC Program Costs Brochure.

What's the starting monthly salary for an LTC Early Childhood Education program grad?
For the latest LTC graduate salary information available, click here.

Can I receive financial aid?
On average, more than 90 percent of LTC students who apply for financial aid receive some kind of assistance. In addition, thousands of scholarship dollars are awarded each year by the LTC Foundation, Inc. For more info, visit our
financial aid page.

How do I apply for admission?
Request and complete a student application and mail to LTC at 1290 North Avenue, Cleveland, WI 53015 or print out the application. Or you can apply online.

Testimonials
“LTC’s Early Childhood Education program assisted me in reaching my career goals because it gave me a lot of experience in going out and working with children. The teachers were always there to help me when I needed it.”
–Sara M. Danay

Want more information?
•Submit your questions online.
•Email info@gotoltc.edu
•Call 1.888.GO TO LTC, Ext. 1109

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