All students entering the major will be tested for English, reading, and mathematics deficiencies. Any reading deficiencies should be corrected prior to beginning the major. Students will be expected to remediate any other deficiencies during their first year in the major. Penn College Early Childhood faculty are certified CDA trainers. The general goal of the Early Childhood Education program is to prepare students for employment in a variety of early childhood education organizations.
Graduates are also prepared for advanced study in the profession.
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education program should be able to apply principles of psychology, sociology, mathematics, and natural science to personal and career situations.