About
Stautzenberger College's online Diploma in Early Childhood Education prepares you to work with children from birth through age 8 in preschools, childcare centers, and Head Start programs. Study child development stages, classroom management, positive behavior guidance, and health and safety practices through flexible online courses designed for busy schedules. Learn to foster cognitive, emotional, and social development while creating nurturing, inclusive learning environments. The curriculum is rooted in current best practices and taught by instructors with classroom experience in early childhood education and curriculum development.
Key Details:
- Program Length: 7 months
- Format: 100% online, study on your schedule
- Career Settings: Preschools, childcare centers, Head Start programs, early education centers
- Support Services: Academic advisors, tech support, dedicated career team assistance
- Instructors: Experienced early childhood educators with classroom and curriculum development backgrounds
- Skills Focus: Child development (birth-age 8), classroom management, behavior guidance, health and safety, nutrition, inclusive environments, family collaboration
Financial aid
Financial aid may be available for those who qualify.
Organization
Stautzenberger College - Online
For nearly 100 years, Stautzenberger College has strengthened communities across Ohio, Michigan, and beyond by training skilled workers in healthcare, animal sciences, business, and skilled trades. Since 1926, the college has supported local employers and helped families build better futures through practical career education. Stautzenberger graduates fill vital roles in medical offices, veterinary clinics, construction sites, and corporate offices—doing the essential work that keeps communities moving forward. With campuses deeply rooted in the neighborhoods they serve, Stautzenberger College combines nearly a century of experience with a continued commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for students and the communities where they live and work.