In the IECE program you will gain an understanding of the cognitive, physical, and social and emotional development of children from birth through age five. Topics of discussion include growth and development, health, safety, curriculum planning, assessment and family involvement.
Available Credentials
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
- Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education: 66-67 credit hours
Certificate
- Child Care Assistant: 9 credit hours
- Early Childhood Administrator: 12 credit hours
- Kentucky Child Care Provider: 3 credit hours
For program course requirements, consult the Madisonville Advising Plan.
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities for persons with a CDA credential or an AAS degree are available in public and private preschools, Early Start, Head Start, early intervention programs, and corporate-sponsored child care facilities.
Admission Requirements
This program has no special admission requirements. Please consult MCC’s general admission requirements.
IECE Scholarship
The Early Childhood Development Scholarship is available for students who meet certain eligibility requirements. This scholarship is a non-repayable tuition scholarship, and is only available to students in the Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education program. More information
Length of Program
The program can be completed in two years if you take 15 to 18 credit hours per semester. General education classes should be taken along with curriculum classes.
For more information
April Grace
(270) 824-8597
april.grace@kctcs.edu
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.