Technical Colleges

2023-2024 Directory of Degree Programs in Early Childhood in Wisconsin

Note:  Not all educational pathways are eligible for T.E.A.C.H. scholarships.

Please note:  All Wisconsin Technical College System ECE Associate Degree programs include the coursework required to complete the Wisconsin Preschool Credential.  This coursework is also noted when available at the technical diploma or certificate/credential level.

For more information email: TEACH@wisconsinearlychildhood.org.

#1 - Blackhawk Technical College

College Website: www.blackhawk.edu/

Program Website: www.blackhawk.edu/Programs-Classes/Explore-Programs/Program-Detail/program/Early-Childhood-Education

Mailing Address of College: 6004 S. County Road G P.O. Box 5009 Janesville, WI 53547

Key Contact in Early Childhood Department or Education Department:

Michelle Weirich, ECE Lead Instructor

mweirich@blackhawk.edu

608-743-4505

Program Format:

*Program is available fully online, except for field experiences or practicum requirements.

T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

  • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree – AAS
    • 45 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 61 total credit hours
  • Child Care Services Technical Diploma (includes Wisconsin Preschool Credential courses)
    • 27 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 27 total credit hours

Useful Links:

Admissions: www.blackhawk.edu/Admissions
Financial Aid: www.blackhawk.edu/Paying-for-College/Financial-Aid
Tuition/Fees: www.blackhawk.edu/Paying-for-College/Tuition-Fees
Transfer Agreements: www.blackhawk.edu/Programs-Classes/Transfer-After-BTC

Credit for Prior Learning:

 https://www.blackhawk.edu/Admissions/Credit-for-Prior-Learning/Work-Life-Experience 
Student Resources: www.blackhawk.edu/Student-Resources
#2 - Chippewa Valley Technical College

College Website: www.cvtc.edu

Program Website: www.cvtc.edu/academics/programs/early-childhood-education

Mailing Address of College: 620 W. Clairemont Ave. Eau Claire, WI 54701

Key Contacts in Education Department:

Amanda Dohms
adohms1@cvtc.edu

NAEYC Early Childhood Higher Education Accreditation?: The Early Childhood Education  option is currently accredited by the NAEYC Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs.

Program format: 16 week semesters, with classes offered fall and spring semesters only.

*Program is available fully online, with the exception of practicum requirements.

T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

  • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
    • 42 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 60 total credit hours
  • Child Care Services Technical Diploma
    • 27 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 30 total credit hours
  • Early Childhood Apprenticeship
    • 24 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 24 total credit hours

Useful Links:

Admissions: www.cvtc.edu/admissions
Financial Aid: www.cvtc.edu/pay-for-college
Tuition/Fees: www.cvtc.edu/pay-for-college
Transfer Agreements: www.cvtc.edu/academics/transfer-pathways

Credit for Prior Learning:

 https://www.cvtc.edu/admissions#credit-for-prior-learning 
Student Resources: www.cvtc.edu/experience-cvtc
#3 - Fox Valley Technical College

College Website: www.fvtc.edu

Program Website: www.fvtc.edu/earlychildhood

Mailing Address of College: 1825 N. Bluemound Dr. P.O. Box 2277 Appleton, WI 54912

Key Contacts in Early Childhood Department:

Kathy Meetz

meetz@fvtc.edu

920-735-5724

Program Format: Traditional semester format.  Summer classes are available.

*Program is available fully online, with the exception of field experiences or practicum requirements.

T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

  • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
    • 42 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 60 total credit hours
  • Early Childhood Education Teacher Technical Diploma (includes Wisconsin Preschool Credential courses)
    • 27 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 30 total credit hours
  • Early Childhood Apprenticeship
    • 24 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 24 total credit hours
  • Assistant Teacher Technical Diploma (aligned with Wisconsin Preschool Credential)
    • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 18 total credit hours
  • Child Care Administrator Certificate (aligned with Wisconsin Administrative Credential)
    • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 18 total credit hours
  • Family Child Care Certificate (aligned with Wisconsin Family Child Care Credential)
    • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 12 total credit hours
  • Infant Toddler Certificate (aligned with Wisconsin Infant Toddler Credential)
    • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 12 total credit hours
  • Teacher Aide Certificate
    • 6 Early Childhood credit hours
    • 6 total credit hours

    Other Options

    • Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder Certificate 
      • 6 Early Childhood credit hours
      • 6 total credit hours

    Useful Links:

    Admissions: https://www.fvtc.edu/admissions 
    Financial Aid: https://www.fvtc.edu/paying-for-college/financial-aid 
    Tuition/Fees: https://www.fvtc.edu/paying-for-college/tuition 
    Transfer Agreements: https://www.fvtc.edu/programs/credit-for-prior-learning 

    Credit for Prior Learning:

    		 https://www.fvtc.edu/programs/credit-for-prior-learning/work-life-experience 
    Student Resources: https://www.fvtc.edu/support-servicesandhttps://www.fvtc.edu/campus-resources
    #4 - Gateway Technical College

    College Website: www.gtc.edu

    Program Website: www.gtc.edu/programs/associate-degrees/early-childhood-education

    Mailing Address of College: 3520 – 30th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53144

    Key Contact in Early Childhood Department:

    Christine Spang

    262-564-2521

    spangc@gtc.edu

    Program format: 14 week semesters with 7 week hybrid sessions to be added soon.  Summer classes are offered.

    *Program is not available fully online.

    T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

    • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
      • 45 Early Childhood credit hours
      • 61 total credit hours
    • Child Care Teacher Certificate (aligned with Wisconsin Preschool Credential)
      • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
      • 18 total credit hours
      • Group Child Care Essentials Certificate
        • 6 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 6 total credit hours

      Useful Links:

      Admissions: www.gtc.edu/admissions
      Financial Aid: www.gtc.edu/paying-college/apply-financial-aid
      Tuition/Fees: www.gtc.edu/paying-college
      Transfer Agreements: www.gtc.edu/admissions/audience/transfer-students

      Credit for Prior Learning:

      		 https://www.gtc.edu/admissions/credit-prior-learning 
      Student Resources: www.gtc.edu/campus-life
      #5 - Lakeshore Technical College

      College Website: www.gotoltc.edu

      Program Website: www.gotoltc.edu/programs-and-courses/degree-programs/early-childhood-education

      Mailing Address of Colleges: 1290 North Avenue Cleveland, WI 53015

      Key Contact in Early Childhood Department:

      Araceli Roman

      araceli.roman@goltc.edu

      Program Format: Traditional semester format.  Summer classes are offered.

      *All courses except for the four Practicum courses (field experiences) are offered in the iFlex delivery mode.

      T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

      • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree – AAS
        • 42 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 60 total credit hours
      • Child Care Services Technical Diploma (includes Wisconsin Preschool Credential courses)
        • 27 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 33 total credit hours
      • Child Care Professional
        • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 12 total credit hours

      Useful Links:

      Admissions: www.gotoltc.edu/admissions
      Financial Aid: www.gotoltc.edu/paying-for-college/financial-aid-eligibility
      Tuition/Fees: www.gotoltc.edu/paying-for-college/tuition-and-fees
      Transfer Agreements: www.gotoltc.edu/future-students/transfer 

      Credit for Prior Learning:

      		 https://gotoltc.edu/academics/credit-for-prior-learning 
      Student Resources: www.gotoltc.edu/experience-ltc/student-resources
      #6 - Madison College

      College Website: www.madisoncollege.edu

      Program Website: www.madisoncollege.edu/academics/programs/early-childhood-education

      Mailing Address of College: 1701 Wright St Madison, WI 53704

      Key Contact in Education Department:

      Emily Pink

      epink@madisoncollege.edu

      608-258-2377

      Program format: Traditional semester format

      *Program is not available fully online.

      T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

      • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
        • 42 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 60 total credit hours
      • Child Care Services Technical Diploma (includes Wisconsin Preschool Credential courses)
        • 27 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 30 total credit hours
      • Early Childhood Education Preschool Diploma
        • 21 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 21 total credit hours
      • Early Childhood Education Infant Toddler Certificate (English & Bilingual Spanish) / (aligned with Wisconsin Infant Toddler Credential)
        • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 12 total credit hours
      • Basic Early Educator embedded diploma
        • 9 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 9 total credit hours
      • Early Childhood Education Administrator Certificate (aligned with Wisconsin Administrator Credential)
        • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 18 total credit hours
      • Early Childhood Education Diversity Credential
        • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 12 total credit hours 

      Useful Links:

      Admissions: www.madisoncollege.edu/get-started/apply
      Financial Aid: www.madisoncollege.edu/paying-for-college/financial-aid
      Tuition/Fees: www.madisoncollege.edu/paying-for-college
      Transfer Agreements: www.madisoncollege.edu/academics/transfer/from-mc/partnerships

      Credit for Prior Learning:

      		 https://madisoncollege.edu/paying-for-college/tuition/ways-to-save/get-credit-for-prior-learning 
      Student Resources: www.students.madisoncollege.edu/
      #7 - Milwaukee Area Technical College

      College Website: www.matc.edu

      Program Website: www.matc.edu/course-catalog/community-human-services/early-childhood-education.html

      Mailing Address of College:700 West State Street Milwaukee, WI 53233

      Key Contacts in Education Department:

      Instructional Chair:

      Dr. Toshiba Adams, adamst3@matc.edu

      Program Coordinator:

      Megan Cary, carym1@matc.edu

      Bilingual Program Coordinator:

      Celina Echeveste, echevecm@matc.edu

      Registry Credential:

      Chrishele Bates, batesc11@matc.edu

      NAEYC Early Childhood Higher Education Accreditation?:The Early Childhood Education  option is currently accredited by the NAEYC Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs.

      Program Format: 2 8-week sessions within a traditional semester.

      *Program is not available fully online.

      T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

      • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree (Bilingual (Spanish) mode offered at West Allis Campus)
        • 45 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 61 total credit hours
      • Childcare Services Technical Diploma (Bilingual (Spanish) mode offered at West Allis Campus)
        • 27 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 27 total credit hours
      • Early Childhood Apprentice
        • 24 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 24 total credit hours
      • Preschool Certificate (aligned with Wisconsin Preschool Credential)  / (Bilingual (Spanish) mode offered at West Allis Campus)
        • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 18 total credit hours
      • Coursework offered towards the following Wisconsin Credentials:
        • Administrator Credential
        • Infant Toddler Credential 
        • Inclusion Credential 

      Useful Links:

      Admissions: www.matc.edu/admissions-registration/index.html
      Financial Aid: www.matc.edu/costs-scholarships-aid/index.html
      Tuition/Fees: www.matc.edu/costs-scholarships-aid/tuition-fees.html
      Transfer Agreements: www.matc.edu/academics/academic-resources/four-year-transfer/index.html

      Credit for Prior Learning:

      		 https://www.matc.edu/course-catalog/community-human-services/documents/cple_early-childhood-education_flyer_fall23.pdf 
      Student Resources: www.matc.edu/student-life-resources/index.html
      #8 - Mid-State Technical College

      College Website: www.mstc.edu/

      Program Website: www.mstc.edu/programs/early-childhood-education 

      Mailing Address of College: 1001 Centerpoint Drive Stevens Point, WI  54481

      Key Contact in Education Department:

      April Hartjes

      April.hartjes@mstc.edu

      Program format: Mixture of accelerated 8 week classes and standard 16 week classes.  Summer classes are offered.

      *Program is not available fully online

      T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

      • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
        • 45 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 61 total credit hours
      • Early Childhood Professional Technical Diploma (NEW)
        • 24 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 27 total credit hours
      • Early Childhood Lead Teacher Certificate
        • 9 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 9 total credit hours
      • Infant Toddler Specialist Certificate
        • 6 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 6 total credit hours

      Useful Links:

      Admissions: www.mstc.edu/admissions
      Financial Aid: www.mstc.edu/paying-for-college/financial-aid
      Tuition/Fees: www.mstc.edu/tuition/tuition-and-fees
      Transfer Agreements: www.mstc.edu/transfer 

      Credit for Prior Learning:

      		 https://www.mstc.edu/admissions/credit-for-prior-learning 
      Student Resources: www.mstc.edu/student-services
      #9 - Moraine Park Technical College

      College Website: www.morainepark.edu/

      Program Website: www.morainepark.edu/academics/programs/early-childhood-education/

      Mailing Address of College: 235 North National Ave. P.O. Box 1940 Fond du Lac, WI 54936

      Key Contact in Early Childhood Department or Education Department:

      Associate Dean of Human Services

      Andrew Baus

      abaus2@morainepark.edu

      920-924-3330

      Program format: Mixture of 8 week and 16 week courses

      * Online depends on option

      T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

      • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
        • 42 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 63 total credit hours
      • Child Care Services Technical Diploma (includes Wisconsin Preschool Credential courses)
        • 27 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 27 total credit hours
      • Administrator Credential
        • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 18 total credit hours
      • Preschool Credential
        • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 18 total credit hours
      • Infant Toddler Credential
        • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
        • 12 total credit hours

        Useful Links:

        Admissions: www.morainepark.edu/admissions/new-student/how-to-apply-for-admissions/
        Financial Aid: www.morainepark.edu/pay-for-college/financial-aid/
        Tuition/Fees: www.morainepark.edu/pay-for-college/cost-of-your-education/
        Transfer Agreements: www.morainepark.edu/transfer-to-a-four-year-college/
        Credit for Prior Learning:
        		 https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/credit-for-prior-learning/
        Student Resources: www.morainepark.edu/experience-mptc/student-resources/
        #10 - Nicolet College

        College Website: www.nicoletcollege.edu

        Program Website: www.nicoletcollege.edu/programs-degrees/early-childhood-education

        Mailing Address of College: 5364 College Drive P.O. Box 518 Rhinelander, WI 54501

        Key Contacts in Education Department:

        Diana Rickert

        drickert@nicoletcollege.edu

        715-365-4585

        Program format: Mixture of full term and accelerated courses.

        *Program is not available fully online.    

         T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

        • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
          • 39 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 60 total credit hours
        • Child Care Services Technical Diploma (includes Wisconsin Preschool Credential courses)
          • 24 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 30 total credit hours
        • Infant Toddler Credential (aligned with Wisconsin Infant Toddler Credential)
          • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 12 total credit hours
        • Family Child Care Credential (aligned with Wisconsin Family Child Care Credential)
          • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 12 total credit hours

        Other Options

        • Child Care Basics Certificate
          • 6 Early Childhood Hours
          • 6 total credit hours 
        • Autism Spectrum Disorder Certificate
          • 9 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 9 total credit hours

        Useful Links:

        Admissions: www.nicoletcollege.edu/admissions
        Financial Aid:  www.nicoletcollege.edu/cost-aid/financial-aid
        Tuition/Fees: www.nicoletcollege.edu/cost-aid/tuition 
        Transfer Agreements: www.nicoletcollege.edu/programs-degrees/university-transfer/transfer-guides

        Credit for Prior Learning:

        		 https://www.nicoletcollege.edu/admissions/credit-prior-learning 
        Student Resources: www.nicoletcollege.edu/admissions/current-students
        #11 - Northcentral Technical College

        College Website: www.ntc.edu

        Program Website: www.ntc.edu/academics-training/programs/all/associate-degree/early-childhood-education

        Mailing Address of College: 1000 West Campus Drive Wausau, WI  54401

        Key Contacts in Early Childhood Department:

        Sara J. Bartelt, Associate Dean- School of Liberal Arts

        Transfer, Education & General Studies

        barteltsa@ntc.edu

        Nicole Guthrie, ECE Instructor

        guthrie@ntc.edu

        (715) 803-1675

        Program format: Mixture of full term and accelerated courses.

        *Program is available fully online, except for field experiences or practicum requirements.

        T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

        • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
          • 42 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 62 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Teacher Technical Diploma
          • 27 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 31 total credit hours
        • Preschool Credential
          • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 18 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Education Basics Certificate (Ages 0-2)
          • 9 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 9 total credit hours

        Useful Links:

        Admissions: www.ntc.edu/admissions
        Financial Aid: www.ntc.edu/admissions/financial-aid
        Tuition/Fees: www.ntc.edu/admissions/tuition-fees
        Transfer Agreements:  https://www.ntc.edu/admissions/credit-prior-learning/transfer

        Credit for Prior Learning:

        		 https://www.ntc.edu/admissions/credit-prior-learning 
        Student Resources:  www.ntc.edu/campus-life
        #12 - Northeast Wisconsin Technical School

        College Website: www.nwtc.edu

        Program Website: www.nwtc.edu/academics-and-training/early-childhood-education

        Mailing Address of College: 2740 W. Mason Street P.O. Box 19042 Green Bay, WI 54307

        Key Contact in Early Childhood Department:

        Mary Beth Boettcher

        marybeth.boettcher@nwtc.edu

        (920)498-5410 or (800) 422.NWTC x5410

        NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation?: The Early Childhood Education A.A.S. option is currently working towards accreditation through the NAEYC Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs.

        Program format: 2 8-week sessions during a semester.

        *All courses are available fully online. Some courses require child observations or interviews that may be in-person. Each field experience course requires attendance at a student teaching site. See student handbook for more field experience information.

        T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

        • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree 
          • 42 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 61 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Technical Diploma
          • 27 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 34 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Educator Apprenticeship (New at NWTC)
        • Early Childhood Child Care Administration Certificate (aligned with Wisconsin Administrative Credential)
          • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 18 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Preschool Credential (aligned with Wisconsin Preschool Credential)
          • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 18 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Infant Toddler Certificate (aligned with Wisconsin Infant Toddler Credential)
          • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 12 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Licensing Basic Pathways Certificate: Ages 0-2 years
          • 9 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 9 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Licensing Basic Pathways Certificate: Ages 3-5 years
          • 9 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 9 total credit hours

        Useful Links:

        Admissions: www.nwtc.edu/admissions-and-aid
        Financial Aid: www.nwtc.edu/admissions-and-aid/paying-for-college
        Tuition/Fees: www.nwtc.edu/admissions-and-aid/paying-for-college/tuition-and-fees
        Transfer Agreements: www.nwtc.edu/admissions-and-aid/transfer
        Credit for Prior Learning: www.nwtc.edu/admissions-and-aid/transfer 
        Student Resources: www.nwtc.edu/student-experience
        #13 - Northwood Technical College

        College Website: www.northwoodtech.edu 

        Program Website: www.northwoodtech.edu/academic-programs/degree-programs-and-certificates/early-childhood-education

        Mailing Address of Colleges: 600 North 21st Street Superior, WI 54880

        Key Contact in Early Childhood Department:

        Amy Pennington

        amy.pennington@northwoodtech.edu

        715-246-1896

        Program format: Traditional semester

        * Online depends on pathway

        T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

        • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
          • 42 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 60 total credit hours
        • E-CHiLD Online Associate Degree 
          • 42Early Childhood credit hours
          • 60 total credit hours
        • E-Connect-Child Care Services Technical Diploma (includes Wisconsin Preschool Credential courses)
          • 27Early Childhood credit hours
          • 27 total credit hours
        • Preschool Credential
          • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 18 total credit hours
        • Infant Toddler Credential
          • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 12 total credit hours
        • Group Child Care Essentials Pathway Certificate
          • 6 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 6 total credit hours
        • Guiding and Supporting Children Certificate 
          • 6 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 6 total credit hours

        Useful Links:

        Admissions: www.northwoodtech.edu/admissions
        Financial Aid: www.northwoodtech.edu/tuition-and-financial-aid/financial-aid
        Tuition/Fees: www.northwoodtech.edu/tuition-and-financial-aid
        Transfer Agreements: www.northwoodtech.edu/admissions/preparing-for-college/credit-for-prior-learning/transfer-credit-from-other-colleges 
        Credit for Prior Learning: https://www.northwoodtech.edu/admissions/preparing-for-college/credit-for-prior-learning 
        Student Resources: www.northwoodtech.edu/campuses
        #14 - Southwestern Technical College

        College Website: https://www.swtc.edu/ 

        Program Website: www.swtc.edu/academics/programs/service-industry/early-childhood-education

        Mailing Address of College:1800 Bronson Blvd. Fennimore, WI 53809

        Key Contact in Education Department:

        Renae Blaschke

        rblaschke@swtc.edu

        (608) 822-2459

        Program format: Traditional semester

        *Program is available fully online, except for field experiences or practicum requirements.

        T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

        • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree
          • 45 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 61 total credit hours
        • Child Care Services Technical Diploma
          • 24 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 30 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Licensing Basic Ages 0-2 Certificate 
          • 9 Early Childhood credit hours 
          • 9 total credit hours 

        Useful Links:

        Admissions: www.swtc.edu/admissions/
        Financial Aid: www.swtc.edu/student-resources/financial-resources/
        Tuition/Fees: www.swtc.edu/admissions/paying-for-college/NetPriceCalculator/index.html
        Transfer Agreements: www.swtc.edu/admissions/transfer

        Credit for Prior Learning:

        		 www.swtc.edu/admissions/transfer 
        Student Resources: www.swtc.edu/student-resources/financial-resources/
        #15 - Waukesha County Technical College

        College Website: https://www.wctc.edu/ 

        Program Website: https://www.wctc.edu/academics/programs/early-childhood-education 

        Mailing Address of College: 800 Main Street Pewaukee, WI  53702

        Key Contact in Education Department:

        Dena Constantineau, Associate Dean

        Dconstantineau1@wctc.edu

        NAEYC Early Childhood Higher Education Accreditation?: The Early Childhood Education  option is currently accredited by the NAEYC Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs.

        Program format: Mixtures of accelerated and full term courses.

        *Program is available fully online, except for field experiences or practicum requirements.

        T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

        • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree 
          • 45 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 60 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Preschool Technical Diploma (includes Wisconsin Preschool Credential courses)
          • 24 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 24 total credit hours
        • Child Care Administrator Credential (aligned with Wisconsin Administrative Credential)
          • 18 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 18 total credit hours
        • Infant Toddler Credential (aligned with Wisconsin Infant Toddler Credential)
          • 12 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 12 total credit hours

        Useful Links:

        Admissions: https://www.wctc.edu/admissions 
        Financial Aid: https://www.wctc.edu/admissions/tuition-aid/financial-aid 
        Tuition/Fees: https://www.wctc.edu/admissions/tuition-aid 
        Transfer Agreements: https://www.wctc.edu/WCTC/Admissions/Transfer-Students 

        Credit for Prior Learning:

        		 https://www.wctc.edu/WCTC/Admissions/Earning-Credit-for-Prior-Learning 

        Student Resources:

        		 https://www.wctc.edu/WCTC/Campus-Life 
        #16 - Western Technical College

        College Website: https://www.westerntc.edu/ 

        Program Website: https://www.westerntc.edu/early-childhood-education 

        Mailing Address of College: 400 7th Street North La Crosse, WI  54601

        Key Contact in Education Department:

        Sara Horstman

        horstmans@westerntc.edu

        608-789-6016

        Program format: 7 week sessions during fall and spring terms; no summer classes offered.

        *Program is not available fully online.

        T.E.A.C.H. Eligible Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees

        • Early Childhood Education Associate Degree 
          • 42 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 60 total credit hours
        • Early Childhood Professional Technical Diploma
          • 24 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 24 total credit hours
        • ECE: Professional Development Certificate
          • 6 Early Childhood credit hours
          • 6 total credit hours

        Useful Links:

        Admissions: https://www.westerntc.edu/admissions 
        Financial Aid: https://www.westerntc.edu/financial-aid 
        Tuition/Fees: https://www.westerntc.edu/tuition 
        Transfer Agreements: https://www.westerntc.edu/transfer-options 
        Credit for Prior Learning: https://www.westerntc.edu/credit-prior-learning 
        Student Resources: https://www.westerntc.edu/student-life 
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