Assistant Teacher is a Diploma program (Hybrid) offered by Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, WI. Tuition is $3,100 total.
Program Overview
The Assistant Teacher technical diploma will prepare you to work as a program assistant in a variety of early childhood settings. This degree is perfect for individuals working with children three to five years of age. You’ll learn all about child development, positive strategies to guide behavior, safety and nutrition as well as social studies, art, music and movement curriculum development. Completion of this certificate will place you at Registry Level 9.
- Given this program’s focus on Wisconsin specific childcare regulations, licensure and certification requirements, and Wisconsin laws relating to residency, this program is currently not accepting out of state applicants. [Learn more about professional licensure](https://www.fvtc.edu/aboutus/facts/studentconsumerinformation/professionallicensureandcertificationdisclosure) for this program.* **
Career Opportunities
- Assistant Teacher
- Preschool Assistant
- School Age Assistant
School Information
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Admissions Requirements
An academic skills assessment is required for admission into this program or the following: High School GPA of 2.75 or higher OR provide completion of associate’s or higher degree OR; 165 or higher on your 2014 series GED tests OR; ACT OR Accuplacer to waive to the general education level; The cost of the Accuplacer assessment is $15; Catalog #: 94100100; Learn more at
www.fvtc.edu/Assessment
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Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Curriculum
| Component | Credits |
|---|---|
| Occupational Specific | 18 |
Program total: 18 credits.
Estimated Cost
Fox Valley Technical College publishes an estimated cost for this program: $3,100 based on current tuition and fees, plus $290 textbooks.
The college's 2026-2027 rate for Wisconsin residents is $157.45 per credit for both Associate Degree and Technical Diploma programs, with a $14.20 per credit student activity fee, a $6.00 standard material fee per lecture course, and $4.50 per semester for student accident insurance. Out-of-state tuition is $236.18 per credit and does not apply to online classes. The application fee is $30.00, non-refundable.
Accreditation
Fox Valley Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System.