Early Childhood Educator Certificate | North Shore Community College

The Early Childhood Educator Certificate Program prepares students for the Department of Early Education and Care certification and employment as Preschool Teachers in non-public school settings for children ages 2.9 to six years. This program serves as a stackable credential for the Early Childhood Education Associates degree program that prepares students to be certified as Lead Teachers.

Free Community College

Massachusetts allows all residents without a bachelor’s degree to attend North Shore Community College for free.

No tuition. No fees. Both programs include an allowance for books and supplies for certain students.

Next Steps

Admissions

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Achievement and Outcomes

Learner Outcomes

Guided Pathway Sheet

Get in touch

If you have questions related to program admissions or applications, please contact admissions@northshore.edu or call 978-762-4188.

If you have program advising related questions, please contact earlychildhood@northshore.edu or call 781-477-2215.

Program Requirements

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Accreditation

North Shore Community College is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. NSCC is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.