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Earn your Degree in Early Childhood Education & Care
Research continuously shows how critical a child's early experiences are to their social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
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Benefits of a career in Early Childhood Education and Care
The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education and Care was designed for busy adults learners to achieve their goal of working with our newest arrivals and youngest students. This degree prepares you to work in state and private child care centers and programs and in positions such as Preschool Teacher, Childcare worker, Preschool Director, Teacher Assistant, and Family Childcare Provider.
Prepare for an In-Demand Career
Early childhood educators and care providers are in demand more than ever: according to the United States Department of Labor, the need for preschool teachers will rise 10% between now and 2026. Preschool teachers in Massachusetts earn one of the highest average annual salaries of all states, at $39,180 per year.
Prepare for Early Education and Care (EEC) Certification
Earn the academic requirements you need to seek EEC certification as an infant-toddler or preschool teacher, lead teacher, or director; our program meets the Department of Early Education and Care licensing standards.
Why Cambridge College Springfield for Early Childhood Education and Care
Flexible - We offer day, evening, weekend, and online classes.
Interactive - Hands-on learning experiences take you beyond the classroom and into the field.
Affordable - We’re one of the most affordable four-year nonprofit colleges in the United States.
Convenient - CC-Springfield is easy to access with parking available for students.
Diverse - We were named one of the most ethnically diverse colleges in the nation.
Classes start January 2022