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Your pathway to ECE excellence starts here

This is the first step to the enrollment and intake process please schedule your appointment today.


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Packages that pave the route to your credential success

Choose a package that match your credential goals

  • CDA Prep Class

    65$
    Middle Tech Option: Must be able to navigate an online portal and participate actively in live webinars with minimum tech assistance.
    Valid for 12 weeks
    • Self Paced Learning Portal
    • 120 Clock Hours meeting National CDA Criteria
    • Portfolio Support Embedded In Criteria
    • Test Preparation
    • Head Start Framework In Each Module
    • Curriculum Readiness Activity
    • Choose 1 - Family Childcare, Infant/Toddler/Pre-K
    • *Student Success Binder Not Included
    • Opportunity to join 6 live instructor sessions
  • Mobile CDA Prep

    1,099$
    Micro-Credential We Come To You For 3 Days over 50 Head Start sites have utilized this program in multiple states for quickly supporting compliance
     
    • More Than CDA PrepTM All In One Signature Program
    • 120 Clock Hours (CDA Equivalence CCDF and HS Criteria)
    • Assessors Recommendation or Test Preparation
    • Written Demonstration Support (CDA Equivalence)
    • Family Child Care, Infant/Toddler, Pre-K, Home Visitors
    • Planning and Implementation Demonstration (CDA Equivalence)
    • Manual Review of All Assignments With Instructor Feedback
    • Student Success Binder
  • WIOA Approved

    ECE Registered Apprentice Program

    3,625$
    Career-ready ECE training with employment, credentials & 21 college credits. Join 300+ apprentices with 88% completion, 100% job placement rates!
    Valid for 12 months
    • 🎓 US Department of Labor Registered Program
    • 💼 Guaranteed Employment Placement (if not employed)
    • 📚 21 College Credits Included
    • 🏆 Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential
    • 💰 Earn While You Learn
    • 🌟 Comprehensive Support System

Upcoming Events

    Rev Up - CDA Prep Online
    Rev Up - CDA Prep Online
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Nov 04
    Live Webinar
    Rev Up The Workforce - $65 CDA Prep Program Fast-track your early childhood education career with our affordable, intensive CDA preparation program!
    Blood Borne Pathogen (2)
    Blood Borne Pathogen (2)
    Multiple Dates
    5 days to the event
    Sat, Nov 08
    Early Education Career Institute
    This Bloodborne Pathogens training supports participants in the ability to identify common pathogens, demonstrate steps to protect themselves from blood and bodily fluids and identify steps or protocols that may be in written procedures regarding protection children and staff.
    CDA Directors Only Class
    CDA Directors Only Class
    Multiple Dates
    6 days to the event
    Sun, Nov 09
    Online
    Sunday Evening 5-8 pm 6 session Course for Directors and Aspiring Directors, must already have 3 years or more experience in the industry.
    Volunteer Orientation | ECE Census | Virtual Opportunity (1)
    Volunteer Orientation | ECE Census | Virtual Opportunity (1)
    Multiple Dates
    6 days to the event
    Sun, Nov 09
    Zoom Meeting
    The ECE Census is a research initiative created by ECE to collect the current workforce needs and trends of employment for Early Childhood Educators, Centers and Agencies. This project is 100% volunteer ran and needs the support of individuals like you to collect data complete logs .
    Communicating Professionally (1)
    Communicating Professionally (1)
    Multiple Dates
    8 days to the event
    Tue, Nov 11
    Live Webinar
    This learning opportunity addresses communication as a core value and competence in ECE.
    Planning A Healthy Learning Environment (1)
    Planning A Healthy Learning Environment (1)
    Multiple Dates
    16 days to the event
    Wed, Nov 19
    Early Education Career Institute
    This learning opportunity will address the risks associated with improper hygiene while discussing strategies to reduce the spread of infectious disease.
    Pancakes and PJs  Advocacy Night (5)
    Pancakes and PJs  Advocacy Night (5)
    Multiple Dates
    18 days to the event
    Fri, Nov 21
    EECI - Indianapolis Campus
    Let them eat Cake - PanCakes! Great week end unwinding and networking opportunity.. you are invited to attend as we host this real talk event!

Why EECI Graduates Succeed

 

Nationally Recognized Excellence

  • US Department of Education standards compliance

  • NAEYC professional standards framework

  • Four college board systems recognition

  • Transferable to universities nationwide

What You'll Learn

16 Essential Modules

Our comprehensive curriculum covers all Early Childhood Education competency areas:

Child Development & Learning

  • Understanding developmental milestones from birth to 8 years

  • Creating developmentally appropriate learning experiences

  • Supporting children with diverse learning needs

Health, Safety & Nutrition

  • Maintaining safe learning environments

  • Promoting healthy habits and nutrition

  • Emergency procedures and risk management

Learning Environment & Curriculum

  • Designing engaging indoor and outdoor spaces

  • Implementing age-appropriate curriculum

  • Using assessment to guide instruction

Family & Community Partnerships

  • Building positive relationships with families

  • Competency practices to engage family

  • Community resource connections

 

Professional Development

  • Ethics and professionalism in ECE

  • Continuing education and career advancement

  • Leadership and advocacy skills

Career Outcomes That Matter

Job Opportunities After Credential Completion:

  • Lead Teacher in licensed childcare centers

  • Head Start/Early Head Start Educator

  • Preschool Teacher in public and private programs

  • Family Childcare Provider (licensed)

  • Early Intervention Specialist

  • Childcare Center Director (with experience)

 

Apprentice Salary Progression:

  • Direct Service Providers: ~$15-19 per hour average starting salary

  • Administrative Positions: ~$45,000 average salary

  • Owner/Operators: $66,000-$88,000 salary range

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