15676 State Route 691, Nelsonville, Ohio 45764 | 740.753.3511 | 800.637.6508

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Assist in the operation of a state certified preschool
Create, research, and provide for children developmentally appropriate preschool materials
Prepare young children for kindergarten

Program Description

The Early Childhood Education program prepares students for employment or continued advanced coursework in childcare and other early education areas. Students receive instruction in the operation of a licensed preschool center located on the Tri-County campus for children 18 months through five years of age. This program also provides students the opportunities to evaluate their interest in teaching and other human service careers requiring a high level of personal interaction. Besides on-campus experience, students have the opportunity to intern or be early-placed at an off-campus institution. Real-life experiences and quality training remain the keys to our students’ successes. Students have opportunity to belong and participate in FCCLA student organization.

Areas of Study:

Communication skills
Child development
Planning and record keeping
Maintaining a safe, healthful and educational environment
Preschool classroom management Interaction skills at appropriate level
Nutrition
Cooperative efforts with social service agencies
Laws required for childcare center operations
Childcare and guidance strategies
Computer operations
Leadership development

Helpful Background:

Interest in children
Good school attendance
Communication skills
Mathematics skills
Childcare experience

Further Educational Opportunities:

Associate’s degree in early childhood education
Bachelor’s and master’s degree in early childhood education
Teaching certification or license

Professional Certification Opportunities:

Child abuse and neglect
First aid
CPR
Communicable diseases

Class Champions and their Accomplishments:

This program has produced many regional and state champions in the FCCLA Skill Event and Star Events. State Star Event Champions earn the right to represent all of Ohio at the national competition.

Instructor Information

Instructor - Sharon Frame
sframe@tricountyhightech.com
740.753.3511 ext. 4386

Hocking Valley Day School
Kelly Adams - Director
740.753.5387
director@hockingvalleydayschool.com
http://www.hockingvalleydayschool.com/

15676 State Route 691, Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
740.753.3511 | 800.637.6508

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15676 State Route 691, Nelsonville, Ohio 45764 | 740.753.3511 | 800.637.6508