The early childhood development career studies certificate prepares students for working in an early childhood development setting. Possible occupations for graduates include instructional assistants or preschool and childcare workers.
Program Information and Curriculum
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Tuition and Funding Options
Tuition rates for this program are approximately one-third the cost of attending a four-year college or university in Virginia. Compare savings now!
An estimated $15.2 million dollars in grants, loans, work-study and scholarships are awarded to Laurel Ridge Community College students each year. We are committed to using all available funds to help you gain access to a college education.
Payment plans are offered to break down tuition payments.
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Gainful Employment
The US Department of Education under 34 CFR 668.412 (d) and (e), requires colleges to disclose a variety of information for any financial aid eligible program that “prepares students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation.” The information provided below is the best available to us. We hope that this information is helpful to our current students and to prospective students as they make their career and educational choices:
Scholarships
- https://www.dss.virginia.gov/family/cc/professionals_resources.cgi (Scholarship Program menu item)
- https://www.vecf.org/application-materials/
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