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South Carolina Can Now Take advantage of Apprenticeship with dual enrollment 

Free

EECI Has Been Added to the DEW Eligible Training Provider List for qualified individuals we are able to Bring
The Early Childhood Educator Program through Workforce

WHAT IS THE Workforce Eligible Training Provider List?

The Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL) is compiled to provide Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I participants a full array of training programs designed to meet their needs for employment or a career pathway. The ETPL is a comprehensive list of approved training providers and programs of training.  Only approved training providers and programs listed on the ETPL are eligible to receive WIOA Title I training funds through the use of Individual Training Accounts (ITA’s).  WIOA emphasizes informed customer choice, job-driven training, provider performance and continuous improvement. The ETPL is utilized by WIOA participants, training providers, SC Works staff and program partners when researching career and training options.

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The following is covered through the Early Childhood Educator Program:

  • Enrollment into Apprenticeship Related Training Instruction (Credential Prep Course)

  • Dual Enrollment Into Courses leading to National Recognized Childcare Industry Credential

  • One attempt to assessment for National Child Development Association (CDA) Credential Exam, application and observation fee included in tuition

  • Local and/or Virtual Support, group classes to meet the 120 Clock hour criteria

  • Job Placement and/or employee retention leading to higher wage in industry

  • Bridge academic gaps to support you in enrollment into an AA or BA program in Early Childhood Education

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How Do I Qualify?

To get started, qualified applicants must fill out an inquiry form at the local workforce office and the below form to help us determine the following:

  • Where you live in South Carolina

  • The SCWorks office nearest to you (Please contact and request our program)

  • Education level

  • When you can start training

  • How you prefer to attend class (eg: day, night, online, parttime, fulltime)

 

Steps To Enroll: (All steps must be completed)

  1. Fill out the SC Works criteria to indicate you want to enroll with Early Education Career Institute

  2. After submitting inquiry form, please fill the bottom form to let us know you are interested! 

  3. Complete the Application Form for EECI and you are all set!

  4. The final step is to wait for an enrollment letter to be issued, once received please join the orientation and submit any additional paperwork discussed.

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Classes Now Being Held Online, In Columbia and Sumter

Enrollment Short Form

Please complete the form below to be considered for grant funding

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