Online Child Care & Education Training (2023)

If you want to work with children, take the first step toward a new career with one of Penn Foster's online child care and education training programs. These affordable programs are all offered online and can be taken at your own pace. From accredited degree programs to career diplomas and certificates, you can find the child care or education training option that is right for you.

Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare

AVG SALARY**

$53,800/yr

NUMBER OF JOBS**

56,430

JOB GROWTH**

2.7%

Popular Child Care and Education Programs

In Demand

Early Childhood Education

Learn how to develop a curriculum and work with infants and pre-schoolers in our online Early Childhood Education Associate Degree.

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Associate Degree5 monthsAs low as $69/mo

Child Psychology

Learn how psychology impacts the growth and development of children in our online Child Psychology Certificate.

Certificate4 monthsAs low as $39/mo

Child Care Professional

Prepare for a job as a child care professional while gaining the 120 hours of education required for your CDA.

Career Diploma9 monthsAs low as $69/mo

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All Child Care and Education Programs

7 Programs

Child Development Training

Certificate5 monthsAs low as $49/mo

CDA Credential Prep

Undergrad. Cert.7 monthsAs low as $69/mo

Child Care Professional

Career Diploma9 monthsAs low as $69/mo

Child Psychology

Certificate4 monthsAs low as $39/mo

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In Demand

Early Childhood Education

Associate Degree5 monthsAs low as $69/mo

Comprehensive English: Reading and Writing Skills

Certificate2 monthsTotal cost $299

General Studies

Undergrad. Cert.9 monthsAs low as $59/mo

Our Proven Child Care and Education Learning Model

Empowering students to reach their professional goals

Flexible

• Self-paced
• Online
• Start anytime

Interactive

• Digital study guides
• Dynamic online practice
• Video and audio content

Supportive

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• Career Services
• Live support
• Academic Guidance

Connected

• Credentialed Instructor Assistance
• Student Services
• Student Community

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Career Certificate

1. Typically takes less than 6 months to complete
2. Focus on job-specific skills needed for success in certain occupations
3. For people looking to update their skills or pursue an interest in a field

Career Diploma

1. Time to complete can vary depending on the program
2. Provides the skills to prepare an individual to move to a new career path
3. Help you prepare for industry recognized certifications

Undergraduate Certificate

1. Typically takes less than a year to complete
2. College credits may be applied to a future Penn Foster degree program
3. Learn occupation specific skills for a new field

Associate Degree

1. Multi-semester, long form college program
2. Includes general education courses plus occupation specific curriculum
3. Helps prepare people for occupations that require a degree

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Student Success

Penn Foster’s child care and education programs help students prepare for the next step in a career working with children. These programs have helped recent graduates learn at their own pace, find new jobs, and qualify for promotions. Learn more about their experiences and how Penn Foster worked for them.

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Child Care Professional Career Diploma, 2018

"I have recommended Penn Foster to many friends. It is an affordable way to get the diploma needed for your desired career choice."

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Disclaimer:

*Start for $1 offer applies to select programs.

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*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, "Education and Childcare Administrators." Accessed September 27, 2022.

Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.

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