Program Overview

The ECE School-Age Care Certificate program at Olympic College equips students with the knowledge and skills to work with children ages 5-12 in various settings. Through a combination of theoretical and practical experiences, students learn about child development, curriculum planning, behavior management, and family support. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for roles such as school-age care providers and after-school program directors, and are placed on Level 5 of the Washington State Department of Early Learning Career Lattice.