Early Childhood Education - Massasoit Community College

The Early Childhood Education department at Massasoit endeavors to fulfill the college’s mission of supporting students in attaining their educational, professional, and personal goals. This is accomplished by providing a comprehensive Early Childhood Education program that prepares students to meet the ever changing needs of children, families, and the community.

The program encourages students to view themselves as life long learners who continue to develop professionally. The diversity of our students and the local communities in which they live and work is recognized as an essential aspect of the Early Childhood Education curriculum.

The Early Childhood Education and Administration Associates Degree at Massasoit Community College is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children [NAEYC].

The current accreditation term runs from July 2022 through December 2024.

NAEYC 2020 Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators

NAEYC Program Outcome Data

NAEYC Student Outcome Data [PDF]

NOTE: These programs may qualify for MassTransfer. Please visit the MassTransfer website to confirm if the program you are interested at Massasoit and a participating state university qualifies.

Programs

Child Development Associate (CDA) Pathways Certificate Certificate (For Credit) Early Childhood Education & Administration Associate Degree Early Childhood Education & Administration – Transfer Associate Degree Early Childhood Education Certificate Certificate (For Credit) EEC Director (Qualifying Courses) Certificate Certificate (For Credit) EEC Lead Teacher (Qualifying Courses) Certificate ^{^} Certificate (For Credit)

* Selective admissions program
^ Not Financial Aid Eligible