{"id":9111,"date":"2025-03-10T18:19:21","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T01:19:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/news\/?p=9111"},"modified":"2025-03-10T18:20:07","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T01:20:07","slug":"maac-and-palomar-college-celebrate-the-success-of-inaugural-cohort-of-early-care-education-apprenticeship-program-celebrating-the-next-generation-of-early-childhood-educators","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/news\/maac-and-palomar-college-celebrate-the-success-of-inaugural-cohort-of-early-care-education-apprenticeship-program-celebrating-the-next-generation-of-early-childhood-educators\/","title":{"rendered":"MAAC and Palomar College Celebrate the Success of Inaugural Cohort of Early Care & Education Apprenticeship Program"},"content":{"rendered":"

San Diego, CA \u2014 March 10, 2025 \u2014 MAAC and Palomar College proudly recognized the successful completion of its first cohort of the Next Level Early Care & Education (ECE) Apprenticeship Program at an event held on March 3, 2025, at Palomar College. The event honored the hard work and dedication of 20 teacher apprentices, marking a significant milestone for the future of early childhood education in San Diego County.<\/p>\n

The Next Level ECE Apprenticeship Program is the first early childhood education apprenticeship program in Southern California and the second in the state of California to be officially recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor and the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards. Through this innovative two-year program, teacher apprentices earn while they learn\u2014completing college coursework through Palomar College while gaining paid, hands-on experience at a MAAC early learning center under the guidance of a mentor. Upon program completion, participants are qualified to apply for their Associate Teacher Permit and prepared for full-time employment working with children in our local communities.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis program is a testament to the power of collaboration, the strength of our community, and our shared commitment to the children in our care,\u201d said Dr. Alexis Avi\u00f1a, MAAC\u2019s Chief Early Childhood Education Officer. \u201cBy investing in our apprentices, we are investing in the future of our children and families.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dr. Star Rivera-Lacey, Superintendent\/President of Palomar College, highlighted the program\u2019s impact, stating, \u201cThe beauty of this program and our partnership with MAAC is that we\u2019ve removed the obstacles that often stand in the way of student success. By offering college courses in the community, covering tuition and childcare costs, and providing paid on-the-job training, we\u2019re not only creating a workforce pipeline for high-quality early childhood educators but also providing economic mobility opportunities for families across North County.\u201d<\/p>\n

Program Highlights
\nThe first cohort\u2019s achievements reflect the program\u2019s success in developing a skilled and diverse early childhood education workforce:
\n\u2022 20 apprentices successfully completed the program, with an impressive 92% retention rate.
\n\u2022 Apprentices reflect diverse backgrounds, including recent high school graduates and working parents balancing family, school, and career aspirations.
\n\u2022 100% of participants identify as individuals from historically underrepresented communities, with 95% identifying as English language learners.
\n\u2022 Collectively, apprentices completed 40,000+ hours of on-the-job training and attended over 50 professional development workshops.
\n\u2022 19 apprentices have applied for their Associate Teacher Permit, and 11 have already secured permanent roles in MAAC\u2019s Child Development program.<\/p>\n

During the event, Arnulfo Manriquez, MAAC President & CEO, emphasized the program\u2019s profound impact, stating, \u201cthis initiative is more than just about creating jobs\u2014it\u2019s about transformation. Many of our apprentices come from MAAC families, creating a full-circle impact where those we once served are now stepping up to serve the next generation.\u201d
\n[View Event Photos here.]<\/a><\/p>\n

What\u2019s Next? Expanding Opportunities for Future Educators
\nWith Cohort 2 already underway and applications opening for Cohort 3, MAAC and Palomar College remain committed to growing the program, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring more aspiring educators receive the support and training needed to thrive in the field of early childhood education.
\nAs the program\u2019s official apprenticeship sponsor and intermediary, ECEPTS continues to provide technical assistance and support to ensure the program\u2019s long-term growth and sustainability.
\nCohort 3 of the Next Level ECE Apprenticeship Program will welcome 32 apprentices, an expansion from the 23 spots available previous cohorts. Applications are now open until April 30, with participant selection taking place in May. The next cohort will begin in July 2025.
\nApply Today! For more information about MAAC’s ECE Apprenticeship Program and to apply, visit MAACproject.org\/NextLevel-ECE.
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About MAAC MAAC is the leading provider of comprehensive social services in San Diego County and provides life-changing services to over 100,000 individuals every year. We create healthier and stronger communities by providing a space where individuals and families can find means to self-sufficiency, through advocacy and access to high-quality programs in five key areas of focus: Housing, Economic Development, Education, Health & Well-being, and Advocacy & Leadership Development. MAAC provides Head Start, Early Head Start, and State Preschool child development programs that promote school readiness of children from birth to age 5. We operate 19 early learning centers and a network of 20 home-based family childcare providers and currently serve more than 1,100 children across the county. For more information, visit www.MAACproject.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About Palomar College Palomar College is a public two-year community college, with a main campus in San Marcos, three education centers, (Rancho Bernardo, Escondido, Fallbrook) and an education site at Camp Pendleton. Palomar enrolls approximately 29,000 full-time and part-time students. Residents of California are charged only $46 per unit. At Palomar, students may choose from more than 250 associate degrees and certificate programs while completing the first two years of a bachelor\u2019s degree, training for a career, or enjoying personal enrichment classes for lifelong learning. Courses are offered onsite and online. For more information, visit www.Palomar.edu<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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