Technical Certificate - Early Childhood Development

The Technical Certificate in Child Development and Early Intervention 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.  Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.

Certificate Requirements

Required Courses

DEP 2001Child Development

3 cc

EEC 1100Introduction to Early Childhood

3 cc

EEC 1312Creative Experiences for Young Children

3 cc

EEC 1601Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood

3 cc

EEC 2401Home and Community

3 cc

EEC 2500Infant and Toddler Development

3 cc

EEC 2521Childcare Management

3 cc

EEC 2940CEarly Childhood Practicum

3 cc

EEX 1600Behavior Management

3 cc

EEX 2010Introduction to Exceptional Children

3 cc

Approved Elective

6 cc

Approved Elective List (choose two)

EEC 2734Health, Safety, and Nutrition for Young Children

3 cc

EDF 1005Introduction to the Teaching Profession

3 cc

EDF 2085Introduction to Diversity for Educators

3 cc

EME 2040Introduction to Technology for Educators

3 cc

Some courses require field experience or service learning.  Check course descriptions for more information.

Total Credit Hours: 36

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