Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education Career Training in Toledo, OH

Do you have a compassionate heart, with a strong sense of patience and understanding? If playing a key role in a child’s development sounds rewarding to you, Davis College’s Early Childhood Education program can put you on track towards a brighter future in a variety of educational environments.

Become an Early Childhood Education Professional

Early Childhood Education professionals take an essential role in many children’s lives, often being their first experience with formal education. They are responsible for many day-to-day tasks and goals, including using appropriate teaching aids, incorporating art, music, and play into early childhood settings, resolving conflicts, as well as communicating with parents, colleagues, and the greater community. They also maintain a level of professional safety within early childhood settings by earning CPR certification while upholding other health and safety guidelines.

Four Day Week

Davis College supports your life schedule, which is why classes only run Monday through Thursday. By having a shorter class week you can balance your schedule more easily, letting you focus on completing your program. You can relax knowing that you have an extra day every week to accommodate whatever obstacles life throws your way.

Reasons to Choose Davis College

• Accredited by the Higher Learning Commissions
• Career-focused programs to develop marketable skills and knowledge
• Small-size classes provide more Attention and Comfort
• Hands-on experience through an externship with local business
• Peer mentoring and leadership development programs
• Seamless university transfer pathways
• Active student life on campus
• Four start dates throughout a year offer great flexibility
• Center of Toledo Downton, within 40 minutes to Detroit Metro International Airport

Why Accreditation Is Important

When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It’s not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise, and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:

• A reliable indicator of quality
• Approved program of study
• Qualified instructors
• Recognition by employers nationwide

Davis College has a long history of excellence, beginning with its founding in 1858. Among the first to be accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Business Schools in 1953, Davis College continues to excel in career training by being recognized by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools (State of Ohio Certificate of Registration No. 81-02-0731B), having its programs authorized by the Ohio Board of Higher Education, as well as being continuously accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1991.

Exciting Career Opportunities

Once you’ve completed your training as an Early Childhood professional, you will have the skills to pursue a variety of rewarding careers, including,

• Preschool Teacher
• Childcare Center Director
• And more!

Please note some positions may require additional training and/or licensure in order to be employed.

How Davis College Prepares You for Success

The Early Childhood Education program at Davis College is specially tailored to get you into the field with confidence. Career training highlights your commitment and dedication by focusing on the skills that matter to potential employers who are always looking for trained professionals

During your Early Childhood Education program, you will cover a variety of topics in many interesting and engaging courses, including,

• Special Education in Early Childhood
• Art, Music, and Play for Early Childhood Education
• Literacy for Young Children
• Business Communication
• Guidance and Classroom Management in Early Childhood

At Davis College, you won’t be alone. Throughout your program, you will be given exceptional support from your instructors who will help you to put your best foot forward into the job market.

Externship and Career Services

Near the end of your training at Davis College, you will complete an externship, giving you the workplace confidence you need to pursue your career goals. Your externship will let you apply your new Early Childhood Education skills, and help you gain relevant work experience.

Davis College is dedicated to your employment success and provides you with resources to help you achieve a rewarding career. The Career Services Office is your link to the Toledo business community. You will have access to resume writing strategies, portfolio development, job search techniques, and more.