GCIT's Academy of Education Studies is a four-year multi-level program designed for students interested in pursuing careers in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Secondary Education. Additional course and Work Based Learning opportunities may be available to enhance learning experiences with Special Education as well.Students will have on-site laboratory experience in our partnering school district as well as field experiences in elementary and secondary classrooms. Laboratory and classroom experiences will focus on childhood development, health, nutrition and safety, lesson planning, preparing the classroom learning environment, and career preparation in the education field. Students will prepare a professional portfolio of resources to be used both on the job and as an aid in further education and training.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Graduates of the Academy of Education Studies will possess the skills and competencies required for entry level employment as well as a foundation for pursuing post-secondary education. Upon completion of the 4-year program, students will have achieved the requirements to apply for and take the test for the CDA (Child Development Associate, a National Credentialing Program), PRAXIS I: General Content Knowledge, as well as American Red Cross Adult and Infant CPR Certification, Microsoft Office certified credentials and OSHA-10 Certification.
INDUSTRY VALUED CREDENTIALS
- CDA – Child Development Associate ???????
- American Red Cross Adult and Infant CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office Certified
- OSHA 10 Certification
- PRAXIS I: General Content Knowledge
POST SECONDARY ARTICULATIONS
- Rowan College South Jersey
- Rowan University
WORK BASED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
- Teaching Assistant opportunities
- Job shadowing in partnering school districts (multiple grade levels)
- Job placement (senior year option only)
- Dual credit college courses through Rowan College Prep
