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Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation

AA - Associate in Arts program (WT Course ID #: A1010T)

The Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation (AATP) is a university transfer degree for students interested in becoming licensed elementary school, middle school or high school teachers or special education teachers. The program is designed for those who want to teach in the humanities or social sciences.

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Early Childhood Education Career Track AAS

AAS - Associate in Applied Science program (WT Course ID #: A55220C)

The Early Childhood Education curriculum prepares individuals to work with children from birth through age 8 in diverse learning environments. Students will combine learned theories with practice in actual settings with young children under the supervision of qualified teachers.

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Birth-Kindergarten Licensure Transfer AAS

AAS - Associate in Applied Science program (WT Course ID #: A55220B)

The Birth-Kindergarten Licensure degree is for Wake Tech students looking to transfer to a four-year college or university. Licensure allows you to work in public pre-K classrooms as a lead teacher.

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Early Childhood Education Non-Licensure Track AAS

AAS - Associate in Applied Science program (WT Course ID #: A55220E)

The Early Childhood Education curriculum prepares individuals to work with children from birth through age 8 in diverse learning environments. Students will combine learned theories with practice in actual settings with young children under the supervision of qualified teachers.

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Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation

AS - Associate in Science program (WT Course ID #: A1040T)

The  Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation (ASTP) is a university transfer degree for students interested in becoming licensed elementary school, middle school, high school or special education teachers. The program is tailored for individuals with an interest in teaching STEM subjects: science, technology, engineering and math.

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Early Childhood Education Diploma

Diploma program (WT Course ID #: D55220A)

The Early Childhood Education Diploma prepares individuals to work as assistants with early childhood specialists in the following settings:

  • Children's centers
  • Nursery schools
  • Kindergartens
  • Child development centers
  • Hospitals
  • Institutions
  • Camps
  • Recreation centers

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Early Childhood Education Certificate

Certificates program (WT Course ID #: C55220D)

The Early Childhood Education Certificate's five courses provides a strong foundation for early childhood professionals working with young children.

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Elementary Education Residency Licensure Certificate

Certificates program (WT Course ID #: C55490)

The Educator Preparation Program (EPP) provides comprehensive support for new public school teachers in North Carolina who need a certificate to obtain their teaching license from the state.

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Infant and Toddler Care Certificate

Certificates program (WT Course ID #: C55290)

The Infant and Toddler Care Certificate introduces students to the field of early childhood education. Five courses focus on working with children from birth through age 2.

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Preschool Foundation Certificate

Certificates program (WT Course ID #: C55220G)

The Preschool Foundation Certificate's five courses provide a foundation for early childhood professionals working with young children. The certificate is stackable within the Early Childhood Education diploma and associate degree programs.

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School Age Certificate

Certificates program (WT Course ID #: C55220E)

The School-Age Certificate's six courses provide a strong foundation for early childhood professionals working with school-age children. The certificate enables students to receive two state credentials.

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