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Course of Study
Early Childhood Education [ECE]
The ECE program is a career ladder that accommodates the needs of both part-time and full-time students.
The Certificate Program meets the minimum requirements for teachers in an Oregon licensed child care
facility. Required courses for the certificate program are applicable to the AAS program.
Federal regulations require teachers in Head Start programs to have a minimum of an AAS degree in Early
Childhood Education, the suggested minimum recommended by the National Association for the Education of
Young Children. The AAS degree qualifies a student to be a Head Start Teacher in an Oregon licensed child
care facility.
Education
The Education program is designed to allow students to pursue a career as an educational assistant in
regular or special education classrooms. Students who complete the AAS degree will be prepared to meet
future training requirements for Education Assistants under Title I. This program also provides the
opportunity to explore careers in teaching or special education.
It is recommended that students interested in Elementary Education complete the Associate of Arts Oregon
Transfer degree, with approved electives in education. This degree is transferable to Oregon state colleges
and universities.
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