Early Childhood Education Career Outlook

Percent Employed & Percent Furthering Their Education

100%



55%
Graduates Employed

45%
Graduates Furthering Their Education

 

Northwood Tech 2022-2023 Graduate Follow-Up Survey 

Employed in Related Field

 

83%

Employed in a Related Field

 

Northwood Tech 2022-2023 Graduate Follow-Up Study 

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$36,194

Range of Yearly Salary

 

Northwood Tech 2022-2023 Graduate Follow-Up Study


Careers

Typical positions available after graduation include:

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Infant or Toddler Caregiver

Infant or Toddler Caregivers attend to the basic needs of children, such as dressing, bathing, feeding and overseeing play. 

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Program Director/Administrator

Program Directors or Administrators supervise and lead their staff, design program plans, oversee daily activities and prepare budgets. They are responsible for all aspects of their center’s program.

Additional opportunities include:

  • Child Care Teacher
  • Preschool Teacher
  • Family Child Care Provider
  • Public School Teacher Aide/Assistant
  • Head Start Teacher/Assistant
  • Au Pair/Nanny

Related Programs

Transfer Opportunities

After you complete your Early Childhood Education associate degree at Northwood Tech, you can transfer to another college to continue your education and earn your bachelor's degree and beyond. 

Hear From Graduates

"I wouldn’t be the person I am today without Northwood Tech. At Northwood Tech, I got lead teacher experiences and actually planned curriculum. I know I’m pursuing the right career. Those hands-on experiences helped me realize I have a 'fire in my belly' for early childhood education.”

Stephanie P., Early Childhood Education graduate

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Rice Lake Admissions Contact

Nicole Messicci

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715.788.7144

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Ashland Admissions Contact

Jennifer Bednarik

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715.685.3039

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New Richmond Admissions Contact

Sherry Rehnelt

Admissions Advisor

715.752.8136

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Anna Kalin

Admissions Advisor

715.319.7331

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