Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Care & Management
Southwest Florida College's educational programs bring theory to practical, hands-on knowledge.
Students will not only understand and practice teaching strategies but are equipped to be reflective
practitioners.
The program's faculty consists of local, industry experts to prepare students for the expectations of local
education leaders. At the end of the program, students will also demonstrate soft skills such as
collaboration with peers, communication with parents and the ability to intervene with students having
difficulties.
Students will focus on the creation of developmentally appropriate curriculums, and instruction and assessment in their classrooms.
Upon completion of the program, the student will have a strong background in the growth and development of young children; understand how children learn; be aware of the diversity in our population; be able to observe children and use the data to plan developmentally appropriate instructional experiences; and understand the roles of the teacher, the family and the school community.
Southwest Florida College is listening to employers! We have an advisory board for each one of our programs that is comprised of representatives from local leading businesses. We meet with our advisory boards on a regular basis to find out what employers expect from our graduates. Below is a list of organizations that make up the Education program's advisory board.
Lee County Public Schools
Patriot Elementary
Bonita Springs Charter School
Diplomat Elementary
