Career & College Prep

Family & Consumer Sciences / Human Services

It Takes a Village
From family and community services to education and training, you can play a role in helping children, families, or school communities succeed.

Early Childhood Education—This pathway prepares students for multiple teaching career possibilities, including specialties like special education, speech-language, and early childhood learning.

Some of the jobs include:

  • Daycare owner
  • Certified nanny
  • Pre-school manager
  • Pre-school teacher
  • Pre-school assistant
  • Childcare assistant/worker
  • Teacher’s aide (elementary, secondary, special education)
  • Elementary school teacher
  • Coach

*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.

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**Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.

Which industry-recognized, in-demand certifications and exams can my student prepare for?

  • Infant & Child First Aid & CPR
  • Child Development Associate