Early Childhood Education Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Early Childhood Education Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Overview: A FREE opportunity designed to help high school and CTE (Career and Technical Education) students continue with higher education, access funding for the Child Development Associate (CDA) exam, and open doors to employment opportunities in early childhood education.

Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania (supported by PA Department of Labor and Industry)

Target Population:

High school students

CTE students

Students preparing for early childhood education careers

Focus Areas:

Connection to existing apprenticeship programs

Approved training curriculum

Hands-on learning with career focus

Recognized credential opportunity (CDA)

Career counseling and support

Key Elements:

Connection to existing apprenticeship programs

Approved training curriculum

Hands-on learning with career focus

Opportunity to earn recognized credential

Access to support & career counseling

Benefits:

Classroom & technology-based training

Build work-readiness skills that employers value

Qualify for advanced standing with partnered apprenticeship programs

Guaranteed interview with Early Childhood Education Apprenticeship Program upon successful completion

Entry-level employment opportunities in childcare industry

Connection to job outreach events & information

Funding Support Provided:

CDA workbooks/kits

Tablets

PENNAEYC memberships

Scholarships for concurrent enrollment

Free CDA testing opportunities

Program Funding:
Supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry of the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $94,017.00 (19%) with 81% ($379,990.00) financed from non-governmental sources.

Partners: Early Connections, PennWest, PASSHE PDO, NWPa JobConnect, PACareerLink, PA Dept of Labor and Industry

Contact:

Program Coordinator

Email: mstanford@earlyconnectionserie.org

Phone: (814) 874-0144

Address: 200 W 11th St Suite 200, Erie, Pennsylvania 16501