Early Childhood Academy

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      Students enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Academy at Spanish River have a unique opportunity to learn all about teaching young children. Students will get first-hand experience working with children in a laboratory setting with the Little Sharks, our on-campus preschool. Students enrolled in this in-house Academy will study child development, child psychology, classroom management, observe classroom behaviors, and so much more.
       
      Students in the Early Childhood Academy have the opportunity to:
      • Earn their Early Childhood Professional Certificate (ECPC)
      • Earn the National Child Development Associate certificate (CDA)
      • Obtain DCF's 45-hour certification.
      • Receive Infant First Aid/CPR certification
      • Prepare for employment and/or advanced education in the field of Early Childhood Education.
      • Join Florida Future Educators of America (FFEA) club

      *A GPA of 2.5 is required for eligibility when applying.

      In order to be a part of the Early Childhood Education Academy each year, students need to be enrolled in one of the following classes:

      • Early Childhood 1
      • Early Childhood 2
      • Early Childhood 3 Honors
      • Early Childhood 4 Honors

      Possible Careers

      • Child Psychologist
      • Elementary School Teacher
      • Family Law
      • Preschool Teacher
      • Preschool Director/Owner
      • Parent Educator
      • Social Worker