Early Childhood Education AA & AAS
Early Childhood Education
The Early Childhood Education program at CMC can help you qualify for a career in the classroom or in administration
This program enables students to meet the educational requirements for Early Childhood Teacher and Director as defined by the Department of Human Services of the State of Colorado. This program provides training for those who want to become involved in the care of young children from birth to age eight. Courses in theory and lab experience are combined to provide a comprehensive base of growth and development, with a strong emphasis on field experiences. Early intervention, high risk, gifted and developmentally delayed issues are included.
Employment may be found in child care centers, preschools, kindergartens, nursery schools, after-school programs, recreational centers, playground, and other programs serving children from birth to age eight.
The Early Childhood Education Program at CMC offers 4 Certificates and 2 Degrees.
The Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education degree at Colorado Mountain College is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The current accreditation term runs from March 2019 through March, 2026.
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The Early Childhood Education (AAS) is offered at:
- Aspen: Mostly Virtual
- Breckenridge: In-person & virtual
- Dillon: Mostly Virtual
- Glenwood Springs: Mostly Virtual
- Rifle: Mostly Virtual
- Salida: Mostly in-person
- Spring Valley at Glenwood Springs: Mostly in-person
- Vail Valley at Edwards: Mostly Virtual
- Fully Virtual
The ◆ Early Childhood Teacher Education Emphasis (AA) is offered at:
- Aspen: Mostly Virtual
- Breckenridge: Mostly Virtual
- Dillon: Mostly Virtual
- Glenwood Springs: Mostly Virtual
- Leadville: Mostly Virtual
- Rifle: Mostly Virtual
- Spring Valley at Glenwood Springs: Mostly Virtual
- Steamboat Springs: Mostly Virtual
- Vail Valley at Edwards: Mostly Virtual
- Fully Virtual
Program Learning Outcomes are what we expect each student will learn while earning a degree or certificate. Meeting these learning outcomes is how we assess our performance as a college. Our learning outcomes support both important career skills and future success as a student.
Upon completing the Early Childhood Education (AAS) program, CMC students will be able to:
- Quality Standard I: Teachers demonstrate mastery of and pedagogical expertise in the content they teach.
- Quality Standard II: Teachers establish a safe, inclusive and respectful learning environment for a diverse population of students.
- Quality Standard III: Teachers plan and deliver effective instruction and create an environment that facilitates learning for their students.
- Quality Standard IV: Teachers demonstrate professionalism through ethical conduct, reflection, and leadership.
Program Learning Outcomes are what we expect each student will learn while earning a degree or certificate. Meeting these learning outcomes is how we assess our performance as a college. Our learning outcomes support both important career skills and future success as a student.
Upon completing the ◆ Early Childhood Teacher Education Emphasis (AA) program, CMC students will be able to:
- Quality Standard I: Teachers demonstrate mastery of and pedagogical expertise in the content they teach.
- Quality Standard II: Teachers establish a safe, inclusive and respectful learning environment for a diverse population of students.
- Quality Standard III: Teachers plan and deliver effective instruction and create an environment that facilitates learning for their students.
- Quality Standard IV: Teachers demonstrate professionalism through ethical conduct, reflection, and leadership.
Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education Program Effectiveness Data
Number of Program Completers
| Academic Year | Number of program completers | Percent of program completers who were attending full-time (at the time of completion) | Percent of program completers who were attending part-time (at the time of completion) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 | 0% | 100% |
| 2022 | 2 | 0% | 100% |
| 2023 | 7 | 0% | 100% |
Program Completion Rate For 2 Year Completion Period
| Academic year in which a Fall cohort of full-time candidates enrolled in the program (select three sequential years) | Percentage of those candidates who completed the program within 150% of the published timeframe | Percentage of those candidates who completed the program within 100% (exactly the published timeframe) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 (18/FA) | 16.67% (1) | 16.67% (1) |
| 2019 (19/FA) | 50% (3) | 33.33% (2) |
| 2020 (20/FA) | 40% (4) | 10% (1) |
Average GPA of Graduating Class by Academic Year
| Academic Year | Outcome Measure | Performance Data |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | GPA | 3.18 |
| 2022 | GPA | 3.54 |
| 2023 | GPA | 3.63 |
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