Early Childhood Options at NWTC

Students have several options in taking the Early Childhood Education classes: online, accelerated (face to face which includes day, evening and weekend) and blended classes. Applications for the Associate Degree Program are being accepted.

Associate Degree

Associate Degree (online)

    Online classes
    Accelerated classes

Acceptance into the certificates is automatic, and certificate students can register before the general public. Plus, it’s free to enroll in a certificate, the $30 application fee is waived. Pay for the classes as you take them. The certificates consist of the Early Childhood classes in the Associate Degree without the General Education classes or the Elective credits. Your credits will transfer to the Associate Degree at a later time.

Early Childhood Certificates - All Certificates
Infant Toddler Certificate
Child Care Administration Certificate
Early Childhood Preschool Certificate
Certificate Enrollment Form

Certificate Completion Request Form

Entry Level Courses

    Non-Credit (Use the my.NWTC link to register for courses)

Continuing Education Courses

    Non-credit
    Autism - More Autism Classes-Fall 2008

The Registry offers the following Credentials that are recognized throughout the state for the following specialty areas. NWTC offers the coursework for the credentials through our certificates. To receive the Credential from The Registry, you will prepare a portfolio and complete a commission process in addition to completing the certificate courses.

Registry Credentials:
http://www.the-registry.org/Credential.htm

Registry Preschool Credential

Early Childhood Preschool Certificate (15 credits) is designed to provide specialized training for individuals working with children ages three to eight.

Infant Toddler Certificate (12 credits) provides specialized training on caring for infants and toddlers. It can provide an excellent introduction to caring for children or may be considered complementary to a degree already earned such as a bachelor's in Elementary Education.

Child Care Administration Certificate (18 credits) provides specialized training in the administration of child care programs.

Questions? Contact Peggy Anderson, 920-498-6255,
or 1-800-422-NWTC, Ext. 6255