Education and Social Sciences

Program information

Learn the essentials of caring for and teaching young children. You will learn how art, music and nutrition factor into behavior and learning.

This program prepares you to work as a pre-school teacher and family care provider.

Earnings: Average monthly wage reported by graduates within six months: nearly $2,100

Employers include: YMCA, Unity Point Health Meriter Hospital, Lighthouse Christian School, Reach Dane

Program information

Work with children and families to foster joy in learning. You will learn how to engage young students, correct behavior and how to assess growth and development.

Earnings: Average wage reported by graduates within six months: $12.33/hr. (full and part time)

Employers include: Divine Savior Healthcare, Blooming Grove Montessori, Wisconsin Dells School, Unity Point Healthy Meriter Hospital

Program information

Train to teach and care for children from birth to age six. You will learn teaching and behavior management essentials plus how to assess student growth.

Earnings: Average wage reported by graduates within six months: $17.16/hr.

Employers include: Toad Hill Montessori, Leap Academy, Country Creek Learning Center, Tender Heart Daycare

Program information

Start your bachelor’s degree with us. Our general electives are transferable to many four-year colleges and universities. This pre-major is an early step on your way to becoming a K-12 teacher. 

Bonus: Save thousands on your bachelor’s degree. Graduate with less debt!