Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education falls under the Human Services career pathway and prepares students for jobs related to young children, families, and human needs. Courses in this career pathway provide students with the skills needed to work with young children during important developmental stages birth to pre-K. - OSPI Human Services Career Pathway Info PDF

Career Pathway images created by Talley High School students.

pathway Courses

Child Development
ECE Nutrition & Safety (RTC CHS)
Interpersonal Relationships
Leadership Year 1 A, B, C
College & Career Prep A, B
Pathways to Success A, B
Worksite Learning

Beyond the classroom

These courses may visit worksites such as childcare centers, welcome guest speakers to discuss current advancements in early childhood education, and gain valuable skills through participation in after school clubs like HOSA and FCCLA.

after high school

WORKFORCE. Childcare Workers ($37,000)

MILITARY. Training Specialist ($82,000), Tactical Instructor ($89,000)

APPRENTICESHIP/CERTIFICATE. Preschool Teacher ($40,000)

2-YEAR DEGREE. Preschool Teacher ($40,000)

4-YEAR DEGREE. Preschool/Childcare Administrator ($60,000)

GRADUATE DEGREE. K-12 Counselor ($62,000), Educational Coordinator ($75,000), Postsecondary Instructor ($90,000), K-12 Principal ($103,000), Education Administrator ($140,000)

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