Early Childhood Education
2 Year Program
Harkness, Kenton, Potter
Students will examine the physical, social/emotional, and intellectual development of children. Topics of study include: child development, child psychology, nutrition, social/emotional learning, special needs of children, and health and safety of children. Students will design and implement lesson plans, care for children in a preschool environment, enhance professional written and oral communication skills, and gain hands-on experience through internships at local preschools, childcare centers, and elementary schools.
Program Highlights
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Work side-by-side with a certified teacher in a daycare or
elementary classroom. -
Participate in Work Based Learning experiences with
the YMCA, Children’s Hospital, the Buffalo Zoo, UB
Childcare and more.Create and teach your own lessons
in a preschool program run right out of our school. -
Re-experience the fun of your early childhood years
through art, music, and storytelling. - Dignity for All Students (DASA) workshop
College Agreements
- Herkimer County Community College
- SUNY Niagara
- SUNY Buffalo State University
- SUNY Canton
- SUNY Erie
Additional Information
- Current physical and PPD required.
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This program is eligible for post-secondary dual
enrollment opportunities.
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Instructor Information
Harkness Career & Technical Center
(716) 961-4070
Roseanne Ruh
Kenton Career & Technical Center
(716) 961-4010
Sarah Fujiuchi
Dina Verso
Potter Career & Technical Center
(716) 821-7331
Jaime Lubs