Students in the first year Early Childhood Education program will be prepared for careers involving children and families. Students may become teacher assistants in elementary schools, pre-schools, day care centers, family day care settings, Head Starts, or in special needs programs. Hands-on work experience is gained by working for 20 weeks in the Children's Learning Center, which houses approximately 115 children. Students plan and prepare lesson plan materials, and then carry them out twice a week to infants through pre-school aged children. Opportunities are available for students to work in their home town elementary classrooms, day cares, special education programs, and other early childhood programs.

Second year Early Childhood Education students will work toward their Child Development Associate Credential (CDA).

Students in the Early Childhood Education program will gain knowledge in child growth and development, appropriate guidance techniques, observational skills and professionalism. All students will become CPR and First Aid certified and meet all the standards for health, age, and character as required by state licensing. Students are required to have proof of a negative TB test, a physical exam, and a central registry clearance.