Top Jobs in Early Childhood Education
Note: Some jobs require education or training beyond the CNM degree/certificate.
Program Information
New Mexico is a national leader in the professional development of early childhood educators with a career lattice that supports immediate entry into the profession starting with a 45-hour child care training course, to a state-wide articulated early childhood associate degree.
CNM offers an Early Childhood Multicultural Education Degree and a Child Development Certificate. This program is designed for you to become employable in the education system and provide advancement opportunities. The certificate and AA degree is designed if you are working, or would like to work, in the field of Early Childhood (PreK–3rd grade).
Other program features:
- Classes are in English/Spanish and we offer specialized bilingual advisement and support.
- Classes are available during evenings and weekends.
- Financial aid and scholarships are available through the ECECD Scholarship and Wage Supplement Program.
- The associate degree is fully transferable to any college or university in New Mexico with an early childhood bachelor’s degree.
Graduates are eligible to apply for a One Year Vocational Certificate and Child Development Certificate issued by the New Mexico Early Childhood Education & Care Department. You are employed almost immediately upon graduation in various professions, from an educational system to a childcare setting.
Mentor and Teacher Networking Opportunities
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The Infant Toddler Teacher Network (ITTN) is a network created for teachers who work with the youngest children. Join monthly support meetings, called Strong Foundations, or participate in the Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC) Training. ITTN meetings and PITC training are available in both English and Spanish. |
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Scholarships Available
- Grow Your Own Teachers Scholarship
- Teacher Preparation Affordability Scholarship
- T.E.A.C.H. Grant
- Teacher Loan Forgiveness program
- Teacher Loan-for-Service
45-Hour Entry-Level Course
CNM offers a 45-hour Entry-Level Course for employment at early learning and preschool centers around New Mexico.
Field Experience
Certain courses require students to complete hours in settings outside of the CNM classroom. Field experience hours are designed to give students real-world experience in a setting related to the study of the accompanying course.
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