Program Information
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Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus, West Allis Campus
- Pathway: Community & Human Services
- Program Code: 10-307-1
- Offering: In-Person
- Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate), Bilingual
- Start Dates: August/January
About the Early Childhood Education Degree
Description
Bilingual (Spanish) mode offered at West Allis Campus
Pursue a career in child care or exceptional education settings for young children and have a positive impact on a child's life. Program requirements include the completion of four practicum experiences. All courses are offered in English; a bilingual mode (Spanish) is offered at the West Allis Campus.
Opportunities exist in child care centers, family child care, or working with exceptional-needs children.
You can earn the Child Care Services technical diploma and Preschool certificate on the way to completing this associate degree.
Additional program details: This program offers a comprehensive course of study, including healthcare and nutrition, literature and language arts, creative activities, communication skills and supervised experience in licensed child care centers.
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Career Outlook
Related Programs
Child Care Services
This program provides a framework that will focus on child development, nutrition, creative activities, guidance techniques, and includes practical experience with young children in a child care facility.
Preschool Certificate
Enter the early childhood profession with knowledge about preschool-age children's development and behavior. After completing this certificate's coursework and an additional required course (CHILDD-175), you become eligible for The Registry Preschool credential.
Detailed Program Information
2025-26 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDD-148 | ECE: Foundations of Early Childhood Education ^ | 3 |
| CHILDD-151 | ECE: Infant and Toddler Development ^ | 3 |
| CHILDD-167 | ECE: Health, Safety and Nutrition ^ | 3 |
| CHILDD-160 | ECE: Field Experience 1 ^ | 3 |
| ENG-195 |
Written Communication ‡ ^ |
3 |
| CHILDD-108 | ECE: Early Language and Literacy ^ | 3 |
| CHILDD-170 | ECE: Field Experience 2 ‡ | 3 |
| CHILDD-179 | ECE: Child Development ^ | 3 |
| CHILDD-195 | ECE: Family and Community Relationships ^ | 3 |
| ENG-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Communication ‡ (or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course |
3 |
| CHILDD-110 | ECE: Social Studies, Art and Music | 3 |
| CHILDD-190 | ECE: Field Experience 3 ‡ | 3 |
| CHILDD-188 | ECE: Guiding Child Behavior ^ | 3 |
| GEOSCI-112 | Principles of Sustainability (or) Any 200-level BIOSCI, CHEM, GEOSCI or PHYS course |
3 |
| PSYCH-188 | Developmental Psychology (or) PSYCH-238 Lifespan Psychology (or) Any 200-level PSYCH course |
3 |
| CHILDD-112 | ECE: STEM | 3 |
| CHILDD-187 | ECE: Children With Differing Abilities | 3 |
| CHILDD-210 | ECE: Field Experience 4 ‡ | 3 |
| ELECTIVES | (Three credits) | 3 |
| SOCSCI-172 |
Introduction to Diversity Studies |
3 |
|
TOTAL CREDITS |
60 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
^ Counts toward earning the Child Care Services technical diploma.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
Search for available classes now (link) to see course descriptions, class times and locations.
Already a student? You can visit Self-Service (link) and choose Student Planning to register for classes.
DIGITAL BADGES
Upon completion of specified coursework, students may be eligible for the following digital badge(s):
2025-2026 Program Flyer
2024-2025 Spanish Program Flyer
Links & Resources
Important Dates
Deadlines and important dates can be found on:
Cost & Aid Deadlines
Also, you can find dates and deadlines on the MATC Events Calendar
Program Outcomes
View 2023-2024 Program Completion Data (pdf)
- Apply child development theory to practice
- Cultivate relationships with children, family, and the community
- Assess child growth and development
- Use effective, research-based practices in teaching and learning
- Demonstrate professionalism
- Integrate health, safety, and nutrition practices
Admission Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Documentation of compliance with Wisconsin’s Caregiver Law; proper immunizations and good health as evidenced by a medical examination; practicum placement is contingent upon results of criminal background check
Waiting List
Academic Preparedness Requirements
Scholarships
Accreditation
The A.A.S. Early Childhood Education program at Milwaukee Area Technical 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 from July 2018 through July 2025.
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
1401 H Street NW, Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005
800-424-2460
naeyc.org/accreditation.
NAEYC Professional Standards Competency Data ECE AAS 2024 (pdf)
Early Childhood Education Program Documents
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