Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education introduces students to the duties of caring for children of all ages in daycare centers, nursery schools, before and after school programs and private homes. In addition to attending to the children's basic needs, they will learn to organize activities that stimulate their physical, emotional, intellectual and social growth. They help the children to explore their interests, develop their talents, build self-esteem and how to get along with others. Early Childhood Education students operate the Vantage Preschool. Students successfully completing this program are eligible to receive college credits through Rhodes State College. Students will learn to

Research and use creative problem-solving to deliver developmentally appropriate activities to young children
Education and engage children by preparing them for kindergarten
Operate a state-licensed preschool
Explore careers that deal with the education of young children

POTENTIAL CAREERS
Pre-K Teacher
Nanny
Children's Author/Illustrator/Photographer
Preschool Teacher Assistant
Children's Party Planner
Elementary Teacher (further education necessary)

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
This program offers students the potential to earn any of the following industry recognized credentials. Each exam is worth the points toward the Industry Credential and Workforce Readiness Ohio pathway to graduation.
-Child Development Associate Credential
-Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention
-OSHA 10 hour General Industry
-CPR & First Aid

CAREER TECHNICAL STUDENT ORGANIZATION
FCCLA- Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America

COLLEGE CREDIT OPTIONS
Vantage Career Center has partnered with Northwest State Community College to offer courses both online and in our building. These are part of College Credit Plus. Students can also opt to attend local campuses to meet academic requirements. Contact Student Services for more information.

SERVICES
Vantage Preschool

Career Pathways

A Career Pathway is a collective look at education and training, wage and outlook information for related occupations. The Vantage Early Childhood Education program can be part of the Career Pathways listed below. Whether a student is interested in going to college, getting a certificate or working right after high school, career pathways can be customized for any ambition or plan.

Teaching

These career pathways were developed around Ohio’s in-demand occupations, according to the July 2015 In-Demand Occupations. Secondary and post-secondary courses reflect career-tech programs approved by the Ohio Department of Education and Ohio Board of Regents. For additional career planning resources, visit OhioMeansJobs.com.