Our program prepares students to make a difference in the lives of children every day, specifically young children up through the third grade.

Why Study Early Childhood Education at CSN?

Our students can earn an associate of arts degree that will prepare them to transfer to a four-year institution or choose from an associate of applied science degrees or certificates of achievement that will prepare them to move into entry-level positions right away.

Careers in early childhood education can include assistants in preschools and child care centers while those continuing on to earn a bachelor's degree can look forward to teaching positions in both public and private schools.

The Early Childhood Education Program operates a lab school for children ages 6 months through kindergarten that allows our students to receive hands-on, field-based experience.

Learn About Our ECE Lab & Day Care Facilities

Career Outlook: Preschool Teaching

Career Outlook: Childcare Workers

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Degrees and Certificates

Early Childhood Education: AA

This degree is designed to provide for the first two years of college preparation for students wanting to be certified as early childhood teachers (preschool through second grade) who plan to become a paraprofessional (Instructional Aide) and/or in preparation for other early childhood careers.

Early Childhood Education: Infant/Toddler Education: CA

The Infant/Toddler Certificate in Early Childhood Education provides students with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills training necessary for the care of infants and toddlers in family day care homes or childcare centers. This certificate enables students to meet Nevada State licensing requirements for Infant Toddler Director.

Early Childhood Education: Director: AAS

The program is aimed at providing individuals with both the business knowledge needed for managing and/or owning a child care facility and the knowledge of children necessary to provide quality care.

Early Childhood Education: Preschool Education: CA

The Preschool Education Certificate in Early Childhood Education provides students with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills training necessary for students working in a preschool setting, family day care home, or childcare center. This certificate enables students to meet Nevada State licensing requirements for Preschool Director.

Early Childhood Education: Early Care and Education: AAS

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Early Childhood Education – Early Care and Education is designed for students seeking careers and/or personal growth in the field of early childhood education. The program provides students with both theoretical and practical skills needed to work in an infant/toddler, preschool setting, family daycare, child care center, or in other child-centered jobs.

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