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The State Early Childhood Education Certificate is designed to meet the Washington State Career Lattice guidelines for people interested in becoming teacher assistants in early childhood, early elementary, special education or other settings caring for and educating young children. Emphasis is placed on active student involvement, observation, participation, and practical experience. Classes help adults increase their understanding of the physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of children and to apply developmentally appropriate guidance and curriculum methods to meet the individual and group needs of children and their families. Credits earned may be applied to the 90 credit Early Childhood Education, AAS degree.
Average number of students who completed each year
43
Gender
Male
6%
Female
94%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
1%
Asian
29%
Black or African American
4%
Hispanic
13%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
43%
Multi-racial
9%
Other
2%
Age
Under 20
2%
20 to 29
24%
30 to 39
26%
40 to 49
23%
50 and over
25%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
2%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
31%
Some college experience, but no degree
22%
Certificate or AA
9%
BA or higher
37%
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