Early Childhood Education, AAS-T
Prepare for a career in early childhood education and additional training with this transfer degree. You’ll be ready for immediate employment in a variety of childcare settings and roles. You’ll also be prepared to transfer and complete a bachelor of applied science. This program emphasizes observation and other effective assessment strategies. Join a profession designed to positively influence children’s development, families, and communities.
Course Maps
A course map is a quick guide to help students figure out which courses to take each quarter. Course maps were written by BC faculty, who have used their expertise to recommend specific courses students can take to achieve their academic or career goals. Students should meet with an advisor to learn more.
Courses & Requirements
The course catalog is a great place to find detailed information on this program.
Sample Courses
- Environments for Young Children
- Observation and Assessment
- Diversity in Education
- Practicum-Nurturing Relationships
Program Points of Pride
Expand Your Job Prospects
Be eligible to work in subsidized and federally funded early learning programs.
Job Options
Qualify for work as a Center Director or Program Supervisor in a licensed early learning center.
Ready to Transfer
Be prepared for teacher certification programs (K-12).
Featured Faculty
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DeeDee Orcajo, Ph.D.
- Program Chair
Dr. Orcajo’s professional roles include infant development specialist, foster care social worker, parenting instructor, parent advocate, and community college and university faculty in the fields of early childhood education and child/family development. She specializes in working with children who have experienced trauma and developmental delay in both home and center-based programs.
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Alicia Brender
- Program Faculty
Alicia Brender has worked for more than two decades as a teacher, early learning director, early childhood education and assistance program director, STARS trainer, integrated pre-K administrator, and professor. She has served on the Early Childhood Education Advisory Committee at Renton Community College and the Governor’s Early Learning Advisory Council, and testified before Washington State legislators on early learning initiatives.