Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education program offers courses applicable to all students as well as those planning on a highly satisfying career teaching and nurturing young children. Individual classes such as child development, child guidance, and children’s literature may also be of interest to parents or community members. 

Department Head:

Teddi Schnurr, MA ECE/MSW

Desert Vista Campus, B-102, Mail Code 6107

520-206-5158

tschnurr@pima.edu

Advisor:  

Donna Cohn, dcohn@pima.edu 

Full-time faculty:

Ginny Harmelink

520-206-5107

vharmelink@pima.edu 

Programs:

Early Childhood Assistant Educator Certificate  

Early Childhood Studies, AAS   

Program Highlights

• National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Accredited program 2009-Present
• Degree can be completed fully online, or combined with in-person courses
• Pathways to university partners
• Dedicated advisor