Early Childhood Education Career Pathway
I am a High School Student
Did you know you can take Lakeshore coursework while in high school? Learn more about dual credit options and what may be available at your local high school.
I need my GED/High School Diploma
Did you know Lakeshore offers the Certificate of General Education Development (GED) and the High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) testing services? We even have classes available to help you prepare for the exams. Learn more about obtaining a GED or HSED.
I have my High School Diploma
If you already have your High School Diploma you are ready to apply for a pathway at Lakeshore, start your application now.
I have prior College Education and/or Work Experience
With Lakeshore's Credit for Prior Learning opportunities you can save time and money toward your degree by earning credit for your prior learning experiences. Whether you've taken dual-credit courses in high school, at another college, or have on-the-job experience that's relevant to your Lakeshore program, you may be eligible for college credit. Learn more about Lakeshore's Credit for Prior Learning.
Reach your goals & earn meaningful credentials along the way.
Childcare Professional Certificate
Median Income: $25,654.00
Only 21 more credits
Childcare Services Technical Diploma
Median Income: $25,654.00
Childcare Workers
Attend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.
Learn more about this 33-credit Technical Diploma
Disclosure:
*Lightcast/EMSI data is a hybrid dataset derived from official government sources such as the US Census Bureau, Bureau of Economic Analysis, and Bureau of Labor Statistics. This salary data is from the Lakeshore District.
Only 27 more credits
Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
Median Income: $35,357.00
Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
Instruct preschool-aged students, following curricula or lesson plans, in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.
Learn more about this 60-credit Associate Degree
Disclosure:
*As with any survey data, the wages presented here are prone to error and sampling bias. Educational decisions should not be entirely based on the data presented here. Graduate Outcome Survey data is from 2021-22 Lakeshore graduates.
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