Students prepare for careers in child care and early education in such positions as child care director, child care teacher, and teacher assistants. Curriculum is based on core competencies outlined by the Washington State Child Care Coordinating Committee and the nationally-recognized Child Development Associate credential.

First year training provides students with skills to work as entry-level child care / early education teachers. Second year students prepare to become lead teachers, program supervisors and directors.

Note: In support of working child care professionals who already have a Child Development Associate (CDA) or a firstyear Certificate of Training, Bates offers 200-level Child Care / Early Education during a convenient evening timeframe. Prospective students should contact the program instructor for current and upcoming course offerings and schedules throughout the year.

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