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Early Childhood Education Non-Licensure Track AAS

Wake Tech Course ID: A55220E

The Early Childhood Education Non-Licensure AAS Degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor's degree.

The curriculum provides students with a solid foundation in early childhood education to work in careers such as special education/early intervention, child life specialist, parent educator, child care consultant and many more.

Students gain both theoretical and practical knowledge in areas such as child development, child guidance, health and safety, nutrition and family engagement. This knowledge is reinforced through direct experience with young children in real-world settings under the supervision of qualified teachers.

The Program Planning Guide outlines the courses required for the degree.

Graduates are well-prepared to continue their education at a four-year institution to obtain a bachelor’s degree. Wake Tech maintains partnerships with many colleges and universities across North Carolina, ensuring a seamless transfer process for students.

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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$5,548
Locations
  • Southern Wake Campus
  • Scott Northern Wake Campus
  • RTP Campus
  • Perry Health Sciences Campus
Total Credits
73
NOTE: Tuition listed is for in-state students. Out-of-state tuition is higher.
Tuition is set annually by the State Board of Community Colleges.
Wake Tech charges various fees in addition to tuition, and individual programs also have specific costs associated with them.

Career Outlook


  • School Psychologist
    60553.83
    Starting Salary
    86885.03
    Median Annual Wage
    5%
    Growth*
  • Child, Family, or School Social Worker
    40577.13
    Starting Salary
    58569.83
    Median Annual Wage
    9%
    Growth*
  • Elementary School Teacher, Except Special Education
    45947.63
    Starting Salary
    62064.96
    Median Annual Wage
    4%
    Growth*
  • Preschool Teacher, Except Special Education
    27495.89
    Starting Salary
    36677.89
    Median Annual Wage
    8%
    Growth*
  • Teaching Assistant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education
    23578.97
    Starting Salary
    35172.32
    Median Annual Wage
    5%
    Growth*
  • Kindergarten Teacher, Except Special Education
    45624.62
    Starting Salary
    61357.25
    Median Annual Wage
    4%
    Growth*
  • Special Education Teacher, Kindergarten
    47475.54
    Starting Salary
    62947.29
    Median Annual Wage
    4%
    Growth*
  • Special Education Teacher, Preschool
    38588.02
    Starting Salary
    62116.31
    Median Annual Wage
    7%
    Growth*
  • Instructional Coordinator
    45714.11
    Starting Salary
    75146.19
    Median Annual Wage
    7%
    Growth*
  • Childcare Worker
    17855.28
    Starting Salary
    29370.19
    Median Annual Wage
    -3%
    Growth*
  • Nanny
    17855.28
    Starting Salary
    29370.19
    Median Annual Wage
    -3%
    Growth*
  • Education Administrator, Elementary and Secondary School
    71804.18
    Starting Salary
    103482.20
    Median Annual Wage
    5%
    Growth*
  • Education Administrator, Preschool and Childcare Center/Program
    35013.39
    Starting Salary
    54131.16
    Median Annual Wage
    2%
    Growth*
USA Wake County *Estimated job growth over 10 years.
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