May 20, 2026  
College Catalog and Student Handbook 2026-2027 
  
College Catalog and Student Handbook 2026-2027

Early Childhood Care/Education, Diploma

Location(s): Coffee Campus, Valdosta Campus, Online


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The Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. The program emphasizes a combination of early childhood care and education theory and practical application as well as limited general core competencies necessary for successful employment. Graduates have qualifications to be employed in early care and education settings including child care centers and Head Start.

This program qualifies for the HOPE Career Grant.

Admission Requirements:

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