The program provides a foundation in academic skills, child development theory, literacy and mathematics, and classroom management strategies. During the required education courses in this option, students are exposed to the teaching profession through a variety of field experiences.

The Early Childhood Education Development curriculum prepares the future early childhood professionals to develop and implement curriculum, to communicate effectively with families, and to manage a classroom or a child care program.

The Birth to Second Grade Option combines the Early Childhood Development curriculum with a student transfer focus. The program prepares students for transfer to a four-year in-state institutions to complete requirements for a bachelor’s degree and early care/education (Birth to Second Grade).