You’ll learn about children's growth from birth through age five.
If you love children, you've come to the right place!
In the Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education (IECE) program, you will gain insight into the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of children from birth through age five. You will learn about child growth and development, health, safety, curriculum planning, assessment, and family involvement.
Getting Started
What are my degree, diploma, and certificate options?
- Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education - AAS
- Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education - Diploma
ECTC has numerous partnerships with 4-year universities. If you are interested in a transfer pathway in this field, check out our partnering university pathways. Find more information on transferring from ECTC.
How Do I Pay For This?
Worry no more. With the lowest tuition in Kentucky, financial aid options, and a helping hand to guide you through the application process, ECTC has you covered. ECTC will help you reach your goals at a price that won't break the bank.
Where do I Start?
Apply for admission to ECTC to receive information from the Admissions Office about submitting your placement test scores (ACT or other exams) and to schedule a meeting with an advisor to register for your classes.
What Else Do I Need to Know?
Additional Information
In order to stay in good standing and not be dropped from the IECE program, you must earn a grade of C or better in each IECE course and maintain a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale).
Field Licensure Requirements
Length of Program
You can earn an Associate in Applied Science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.
