Early Childhood Education
As one of the institution’s longest running programs, Triton has been preparing students to provide nurturing care and quality education to young children for decades. Future as well as current Early Childhood Educators receive expert instruction from Triton faculty members, all of whom have extensive experience working in the field. Courses focusing on child development, health and safety, creating developmentally appropriate activities, and working with children with special needs are included in the curriculum, along with many others.
To meet the needs of today's students, we offer a variety of courses which include: day, evening and online.
In addition, our newly designed cohort program has been developed to meet the demands of those juggling many responsibilities.
ECE Cohort Program has Launched. Click HERE to learn more.
Book an appointment for any program inquiries, classroom support, course outline, or general questions about the Early Childhood Education Program at Triton College.
Education Department Appointments
Degrees
- Early Childhood Credential Transfer Pathway - Level IV Degree (Associate in Applied Science - C220A)
- Early Childhood Transfer Pathway Level II, Gateways to Opportunity Credential (Associate in Arts - U224A14)
Certificates
- Early Childhood Administration & Management Advanced Certificate - C520A
- Early Childhood Career Pathway - Level II Certificate - C420C
- Early Childhood Credential Continuing Pathway - Level III Certificate - C320A
- Infant/Toddler Care Certificate - C420B
Courses
Success Stories
Job Outlook
Preschool Teacher, Projected Job Growth:
10 percent growth by 2026, faster than average for all occupations.
Childcare Center Director, Projected Job Growth:
11 percent growth by 2026, faster than average for all occupations.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Contact Information
FULL-TIME FACULTY
 Hunter Stuckemeyer Department Chair hunterstuckemeyer@triton.edu |
 Ally Miller allymiller@triton.edu |
ADJUNCT FACULTY
Dr. Angel S. Brooks
angelbrooks@triton.edu
Dr. Jo Lynn McCray
jomccray@triton.edu
Gail Shelton
gailshelton@triton.edu
Shannon Ellison
shannonellison@triton.edu