There are many reasons to choose a career in child care. As an educator you get to work daily with young children during their early years, the most pivotal time of their growth and development. This is why academic preparation and ongoing professional development are needed to keep up, not just with the development of children, but also with the requirements for each branch of the child care field.
Ms. Mary McGoughy was the owner of Mary’s Little Hearts until a major car accident in 2015 forced her to close her business and put her education on hold.
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Abigail, Brooke, and Tiffany, three TECTA supported students, are taking classes at Walters State Community College.
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In a significant step toward providing accessible and affordable professional development opportunities, the Tennessee Early Childhood Training Alliance (TECTA) has unveiled its revamped website, offering a seamless and user-friendly experience […]
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