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Q. How do you navigate the OCCRRA Website to
view Early Childhood Programs?
A. Just click on the link of the school you
wish to view. Then you can view each profile with each school’s individual
information.
Q. What careers are there in Early Childhood
Education (ECE)?
A. Many different types of positions are
available. Positions in the field include teaching (various age groups), child
care center administration, policy development, social services, college
instruction, family child care, home visiting, and resource and referral
agencies. Undergraduate degrees can also lead to graduate school and greater
opportunities.
Q. Does every ECE program lead to a licensure?
A. This is dependent upon each individual
program/school. You will need to view the profiles for specific information
about a program you are interested in.
Q. What if the profile does not have all the
information listed?
A. Each profile should have a web address and
information can be obtained through each school or you can contact the school’s
department contact for more specific answers to your questions.
Q. What courses are required to receive my
degree?
A. This depends on each individual
program/school. Each profile has a web address. Information can be obtained
through for each school. Contact the school’s ECE department for more specific
questions.
Q. What does the tuition cover listed on the
profile?
A. This includes attendance fees and other
student fees. It is not inclusive of books or room and board. Tuition fees are
listed on the profiles but may be subject to change. For updated information on
fees as well as a listing of room and board fees, visit the school’s web
address.
Q. How long will it take me to obtain my
degree?
A. This is dependent on the type of degree you
are working towards. Full time students may be able to complete an associate
degree in 2 years or a bachelor degree in 4 years. It will take more time for
students who carry less than a full-time course load.
Q. What is the difference between an AA degree
and an AAS degree?
A. The Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS)
is more specifically focused to early childhood and leads to teacher licensure.
The AAS degree articulates to four year degrees more readily. The Associate of
Arts degree is a more general education degree.
Q. What does it mean when a profile states
that there is a “2 plus 2” agreement?
A. This agreement means that a college and/or
university program has an articulation agreement exists for students
transferring from a 2 year program to a 4 year program. This means that certain
coursework will be transferred which will help ease the way for transferring
students to help ensure that students can obtain a bachelor degree in two
years. This may lessen the requirements for that student for obtaining the 4
year degree. Students should review requirements with their advisors.
Q. Who should I talk to if I need help with
tuition costs?
A. Check with the program’s financial aid
office. Assistance may also be available through T.E.A.C.H Early Childhood Ohio
scholarships by visiting the website at
http://www.occrra.org/TEACH.htm.
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