This program is designed for students who are considering a career in teaching or child care in the early childhood field.   The course focuses specifically on working with children from birth through 8 years old.  The program features integrated academic and professional instruction, competency-based field experience, and preparation for post-secondary study. Course content includes program management, child development, creative arts, literacy and language development, working with special needs children, and working with families.   Students are expected to work effectively as team members in both the classroom and workplace.   Students in this program pursue a post-secondary degree at two- or four-year colleges.