Early Childhood Academy
Students enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Academy at Spanish River have a unique opportunity to learn all about teaching young children. Students will get first-hand experience working with children in a laboratory setting with the Little Sharks, our on-campus preschool. Students enrolled in this in-house Academy will study child development, child psychology, classroom management, observe classroom behaviors, and so much more.
Students in the Early Childhood Academy have the opportunity to:
- Earn their Early Childhood Professional Certificate (ECPC)
- Earn the National Child Development Associate certificate (CDA)
- Obtain DCF's 45-hour certification.
- Receive Infant First Aid/CPR certification
- Prepare for employment and/or advanced education in the field of Early Childhood Education.
- Join Florida Future Educators of America (FFEA) club
*A GPA of 2.5 is required for eligibility when applying.
In order to be a part of the Early Childhood Education Academy each year, students need to be enrolled in one of the following classes:
- Early Childhood 1
- Early Childhood 2
- Early Childhood 3 Honors
- Early Childhood 4 Honors
Possible Careers
- Child Psychologist
- Elementary School Teacher
- Family Law
- Preschool Teacher
- Preschool Director/Owner
- Parent Educator
- Social Worker