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Have you ever considered getting an Early Childhood Education Degree? This infographic, Degrees in Early Childhood Education - 2014 Emerging Trends, uses the latest data on Early Childhood Education Degrees in the United States and details the current job outlook, the outlook over the next ten years, top salaries, and top degree types for Early Childhood Education positions. - See more at: http://degreecouncil.org/programs/early-childhood-education/

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What is Childhood Education?Early Childhood Education Programs prepare students to become early childhood teachers, professionals, and cross-disciplinary leaders who support children's learning, development, and overall well-being. These full-time programs with weekday classes integrate theory, research, and practice in course work with field placements in a variety of early childhood settings. Students learn to use inquiry and ongoing critical reflection in combination with a strengths-based, relational approach to working with children, families, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds

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Types of Degrees in Early Childhood Education:• MA in Early Childhood Education

• with Multiple Subject Credential• with Early Childhood Special Education Credential

• MA in Education, Child Life in Hospitals• with Early Childhood Special Education Credential

• MA in Infant Mental Health• MA in Early Childhood Leadership• Doctorate (EdD) in Educational Leadership

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Average SalaryThe top three average salaries are Preschool Teachers at $31k, Head Teacher at $28k with Substitute Child Development and Early Childhood Lead Teachers at $26k

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Careers related to this degree are:• Childcare Worker• Teacher Assistant or Para-educator• Preschool Teacher• Kindergarten Teacher• First, Second or Third Grade Teacher• Educational Administrator or Director• Special Education Teacher for Preschool

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Qualifications/Assets:• Degree in Early Childhood Education• Current license to practice in your state (if applicable)• An understanding of the issues that affect children and their families• Excellent interpersonal skills• Mature and responsible attitude• Willingness to work flexible hours

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