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| The mission of CATEY is to provide
academic credit classes and high quality professional development
training to Early Head Start, Head Start, and other Early
Childhood Educators who work with young children in low-income
communities, low performing school districts, and children
with limited English proficiency and specials needs. |
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The CATEY Project has a 3 tier training model
entitled: Career Ladder Professional Development Model
(CLPDM) is a three-tier training model. Early Childhood
Educators have an opportunity to complete professional development
courses for Continuing Education Unit (CEU) credits and a Certificate
of Completion. Additionally, educators can enroll in classes
leading toward the completion of a Bachelor of Science Degree
in Child Care and Family Education or Professional Interdisciplinary
Studies. Below explains the CLPD model:
Tier
I
The Certificate for Adult Paraprofessionals
is a 60 semester hour academic credit program for teacher assistants
who desire to meet federal requirements. Participants will be
able to use these hours to continue their studies for a Bachelor
of Science Degree in Child Care and Family Education or Professional
Interdisciplinary Studies.
Tier
II
The Bachelor of Science in Child Care and Family Education
Degree is an accredited degree program designed to
train and enhances the skills of childcare providers of infants,
toddlers, pre-schoolers, early childhood and family educators.
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The Bachelor of Science in Professional Interdisciplinary
Studies Degree Program is a cohort-based program for
mature adults who seek a non-traditional method of obtaining
a bachelor's degree. This flexible degree program is tailored
to meet the career needs of participants and take into consideration
their experiences prior to enrolling in college.
Tier
III
The Continuing Education Professional Development Training is
a high quality, research-based training program for Head Start
teachers, teacher assistants, and managers. Specialized areas
include:
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Cooperative Classroom Leadership Institute
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Early Childhood Curriculum Research Institute
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Cooperative Classroom Competition Event
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The Academic Support Service Center
is available to educators who need customized professional development
training, one-on-one mentoring, assessments, and research-based
support to Head Start teachers and teacher assistants.
Financial
Assistance
The Financial Assistance for CATEY Educators (FACE)
is available to eligible participants admitted to Jackson State
University through the Center for the Advancement of Teachers
Education Youngsters Program. Qualified undergraduate students
may receive support in the form of work aid, tuition assistance,
or book vouchers.
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