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Program Overview
The Child Care Services technical diploma from Madison College prepares you to work as a teacher-caregiver in early childhood settings. It combines hands-on fieldwork in area centers with related academic work at the college. Graduates are prepared to assist in the care and education of children in the birth-to-6-years age range. You will create and maintain safe and healthy play environments, guide behavior, plan and implement learning activities, and work cooperatively with staff and parents.
Following completion of the Child Care Services technical diploma, you may transfer directly into the Associate Degree of Early Childhood Education as the courses in this technical diploma are part of the Applied Associate ECE degree.
Upon admission to the program, you will complete a background and criminal history check form and submit it to the program director. Look for this form in your student email. Information obtained from the background may affect your ability to secure a practicum placement.
Prior to taking ECE: Introductory Practicum, you must show evidence of a physical examination including TB test using the State of Wisconsin Department of Children and Families Staff Health Report - Child Care Provider Form (external pdf) .
Travel to fieldwork sites is necessary and is your responsibility.
Some courses in the program involve preparation of learning materials, field trips, etc. that may involve additional expenses.
To learn how your experience could count toward your degree contact epink@madisoncollege.edu.
Program Details
Students in the Childcare Services Program may attend full or part time.
Child Care Services courses may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - South
- Online
Careers
Earning your diploma in the Child Care Services program at Madison Area Technical College prepares you for valuable work as:
- Child Care Teachers
Work in full-day and part-day child care programs, nursery schools and Head Start programs. - Child Care Assistant Teachers
Work under the supervision of a child care teacher. - Family Child Care Providers
Care for eight children or less in provider's home. - Infant or Toddler Caregivers
Care for children under two years of age. - In-home Providers/Nannies
Provide care in the child's home. - Early Childhood Educational Assistants
Work in district approved early childhood programs, and four-years-old kindergarten programs. - Early Childhood Special Needs Assistants
Work in district approved early childhood programs, and four-years-old kindergarten programs.
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2023-2024 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.
Note: It is recommended to only apply for a semester that has already started if you are currently enrolled in classes or you have verified that classes are still available for that semester.
Application Dates
Fall 2023
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2023
Spring 2024
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2024
Fall 2024
- Application available on September 15, 2023
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2024
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Official transcripts must be sent from the institutions you attended and indicate one of the following:
- High school (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED transcript
- College transcript(s) showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
- Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis.
- Course prerequisites differ from admission requirements; admission into a program does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses or success in the program. Refer to program curriculum for details.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Child Care Services career.
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Career Outcomes
Madison College Childcare Services graduates are prepared to:
- Apply child development theory to practice.
- Cultivate relationships with children, family and the community.
- Assess child growth and development.
- Use best practices in teaching and learning.
- Demonstrate professionalism.
- Integrate health, safety, and nutrition practices.
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2020 2021 2022 Number of Program Graduates 17 24 28 Number of Surveys Sent 15 24 28 Number of Surveys Returned 5 22 21 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 5 9 10 Percent Available for Employment 100.00% 47.40% 76.90% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 0.00% 68.40% 84.60% Available for Employment
2020 2021 2022 Graduates Employed 5 9 10 Percent of Graduates Employed 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% Employed in Related Occupation 3 7 9 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 60.00% 77.80% 90.00% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 2 2 1 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 40.00% 22.20% 10.00% Employed - No Response 0 0 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% Seeking Employment 0 0 0 Percent Seeking Employment 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2020 2021 2022 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3.4 3.5 3.8 Number of Satisfaction Responses 5 19 13 Very Satisfied (4) 2 11 10 Percent Very Satisfied 40.00% 57.90% 76.90% Satisfied (3) 3 7 3 Percent Satisfied 60.00% 36.80% 23.10% Unsatisfied (2) 0 0 0 Percent Unsatisfied 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% Very Unsatisfed (1) 0 1 0 Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.00% 5.30% 0.00% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2020 2021 2022 Number of Primary Reason Responses 5 22 21 Preparation for Getting a Job 2 5 3 Percent Preparation for Getting a Job 40.00% 22.70% 14.30% Career Change 1 1 0 Percent Career Change 20.00% 4.50% 0.00% Improvement of Existing Skills 1 2 4 Percent Improvement of Existing Skills 20.00% 9.10% 19.00% Preparation for Further Education 1 13 12 Percent Preparation for Further Education 20.00% 59.10% 57.10% Personal Interest 0 1 2 Percent Personal Interest 0.00% 4.50% 9.50% Other 0 0 0 Percent Other 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% When Employment was Obtained
2020 2021 2022 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 4 9 10 Before Enrollment 3 8 6 Percent Before Enrollment 75.00% 88.90% 60.00% While Attending the College 0 1 3 Percent While Attending the College 0.00% 11.10% 30.00% After Training at the College 1 0 1 Percent After Training at the College 25.00% 0.00% 10.00% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2020 2021 2022 Number of Employment Location Responses 4 9 7 In College District 4 9 7 Percent In College District 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% In Wisconsin, Not in District 0 0 0 Percent of In Wisconsin 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% Outside of Wisconsin 0 0 0 Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% Employer Location Unknown 0 0 0 Percent Location Unknown 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% Salary Trend 2020 2021 2022 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 1 3 6 Average Monthly Wage $2,460 $2,338 $2,852 Average Hourly Wage $14.30 $13.59 $16.58 Average Work Hours per Week 40 40.4 39.2 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 0 2 2 Average Hourly Wage $13.75 $14.50 Average Work Hours per Week 30 30 10.7 -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2022 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions Bright Child Learning Center Lead Toddler Teacher Kids At Play Lead Teacher Stoddard Marshall School District Special Education Paraprofessional Marshall Waunakee Preschool Teacher Waunakee We Care Childcare Center Assistant Teacher Waupun Wishing Well Preschool Lead Teacher DeForest Woods Hollow Children's Center Teacher Assistant Fitchburg YMCA Site Supervisor * - Only cities outside of Madison will display.
** - Only states outside of Wisconsin will display.
*** - If you have a position to post, please contact Career and Employment Services at jobpostings@madisoncollege.edu
