Early Childhood Intervention College Credit Certificate (CHD-CT)
The CHD-CT Child Development and Early Intervention Technical Certificate is a 36- college credit program designed to prepare students as entry level teachers in a child care or pre-school program. Upon completion of this program, students will have earned their FCCPC along with Pre-K and Infant/Toddler specialization certificates. This program is composed of selected college credit courses offered within the AS Early Childhood degree program and will count toward that degree. Selected credits will count toward the Early Childhood Teacher Pre-Primary AA program. Please contact the program coordinator for advising.
Certificate Requirements
Required Courses
| DEP 2001 | Child Development | 3 cc |
| EEC 1100 | Introduction to Early Childhood | 3 cc |
| EEC 1312 | Creative Experiences for Young Children | 3 cc |
| EEC 1601 | Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood | 3 cc |
| EEC 2401 | Home and Community | 3 cc |
| EEC 2500 | Infant and Toddler Development | 3 cc |
| EEC 2521 | Childcare Management | 3 cc |
| EEC 2940C | Early Childhood Practicum | 3 cc |
| EEX 1600 | Behavior Management | 3 cc |
| EEX 2010 | Introduction to Exceptional Children | 3 cc |
| | Approved Elective | 6 cc |
Approved Elective List (choose two)
| EDF 2085 | Introduction to Diversity for Educators | 3 cc |
| EME 2040 | Introduction to Technology for Educators | 3 cc |
| EDF 1005 | Introduction to the Teaching Profession | 3 cc |
| HSC 2400 | First Aid and Injuries | 3 cc |
Some courses require field experience or service learning. Check course descriptions for more information.
Total Credit Hours: 36