Rank #65 of 80
Early Childhood Education
Programs preparing individuals to teach and care for children from birth through age 8.
CIP 13.12101 career path
52
51.7/100
Moderate RiskScore Breakdown
Automation Resistance
30% weight99.3
How resistant the typical career paths are to automation by AI and robotics, based on O*NET task analysis.
Job Growth Outlook
25% weight32.5
Projected employment growth from the Bureau of Labor Statistics 10-year occupational outlook.
Earnings Potential
20% weight21.3
Median salary potential relative to the national median, indicating economic stability.
Degree Flexibility
15% weight6.7
Number of distinct career paths available to graduates, providing economic optionality.
AI Adaptability
10% weight85.0
Ability to leverage AI as a productivity tool rather than being displaced by it.
Career Paths & Occupation Analysis
These are the primary occupations linked to a Early Childhood Education degree via the NCES CIP-SOC crosswalk, with O*NET and BLS data for each.
| Occupation | Automation Risk | Job Growth | Median Salary | AI Exposure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Preschool Teachers SOC 25-2011 | 0.7% | +3% | $37,840 | Low |