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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Program of Study
Graduation credits
CTE
Electives
Credentials
First Aid/CPR
Blood Borne Pathogens
Food Worker's Card
DCYF Certification, working towards WA State Stackable ECE certification
College credit
CTE Dual Credit
College in the High School
Note
Child Development and ECE Nutrition and Safety earn credit towards the Washington State Stackable Certification in Early Childhood Education.




