The Salem High School Early Education and Care track prepares scholars for various careers working with children.

Scholars learn about EEC laws, policies, regulations and explore different aspects of child development, developmentally appropriate practices, curriculum planning, health, nutrition, and wellness to be able to work with different ages (infancy through adolescence).

Certifications/College Credit

  • Early Education and Care MA Teacher certification

  • Early Education and Care Essentials (MA Strong Start certificates)

  • Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED

  • Articulation agreement with North Shore Community College (NSCC)

  • Chapter 74 Early Education and Care Completion Certificate

Career Opportunities

  • Child Care Provider/Director

  • Childcare Entrepreneur

  • Teacher

  • Nanny

  • Social Worker

  • Early Intervention Specialist

  • Pediatric Healthcare Worker

Scholars in the EEC program also participate in field experience through partnerships with YMCA and Elementary Schools in Salem.

A SHS Early Education and Care graduate possesses all the skills to find postgraduate employment in the early childhood field and/or continue to post-secondary education.