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Early Childhood Specialist Requirements

Associate Degree Program - 63 Credits

Admission Criteria Technology Requirements ADDITIONAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Curriculum

Early Childhood Specialist, AAS

See Additional Details in Catalog

Admission Criteria

At least one of the following:

High School GPA: 2.0
GED: 580
College GPA: 2.0, based on 9+ credits
ACT: 15
SAT: 830

Additional Program Requirements

Background Check and Drug Screen

Completion of a background check and drug screen are required before program classes start.

Background Check Drug Screen

Uniforms

Uniforms are required for this program and are available through the Southeast Tech Bookstore.

Technical Standards

Read the Technical Standards form and review physical requirements. If you apply online, this is part of the application process.

Early Childhood Technical Standards

Technology Requirements

Southeast Technical College's Early Childhood Specialist program is a Bring Your Own Laptop (BYOL) program. You may purchase a laptop on your own or from the Southeast Tech I.T. Support Center.

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