Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Early Childhood Education at Everett Community College is an academic program designed to develop the skills needed to be a successful Early Childhood professional.  This program is directed toward students planning to work with young children in a variety of settings, including preschools, child care centers, family child care, public schools (as teacher assistants) and/or other programs for young children. Classes in early childhood education also provide valuable training for men and women in preparation for parenthood.

Program options include Stackable Certificates meeting minimum licensing requirements, an Associate in Technical Arts Degree, which is transferable to Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees at several local colleges, and an Associate in Arts and Sciences Direct Transfer (DTA) Degree, which is transferable to a four-year college or university. Our stackable certificates meet licensing requirements for the state of Washington. Everett Community College has not determined if they meet the state education requirements in any other state, any U.S. Territory, or the District of Columbia. The Associate in Technical Arts (ATA) degree is accepted as an alternative pathway to Head Start Lead Teacher.

Courses are offered online, with lab requirements, and in the early evening to help accommodate the varied schedules of students. Hiring requirements vary from Early Childhood Education program to program, but with a certificate or Associate in Technical Arts (ATA) degree, you can expect to increase your employment opportunities.

If you are energetic, enjoy working with children, parents, and diverse populations, are able to adapt to creative and challenging situations, adhere to high standards for yourself and others, and are willing to continually improve and expand on your skills and knowledge, you may be a candidate for becoming an Early Childhood Education professional. 

For further information, contact Paula Solis Krock at 425-388-9976