Early Childhood Education

Program Mission Statement

The Aims Community College Early Childhood Education (ECE) program provides comprehensive educational opportunities for students to develop entry level skills, to upgrade abilities needed for career advancement, and to complete coursework required for transfer into a baccalaureate degree program. High quality coursework delivered with integrity by professional, caring faculty and staff leads to earned certificates and associate degrees. The ECE program partners with child care providers, agencies, and professional organizations to enhance the quality of care offered to children and to support child care providers with ongoing professional development.

Career Opportunities

Private Preschools
Small and Large Child Care Centers
Head Start Programs
Infant Nurseries
Inclusive Child Care Centers
Family Child Care Homes

Degrees and Certificates

Degrees

Certificates

Aims ECE classes meet Colorado requirements for Early Childhood Teacher Qualifications and Child Care Center Director.