Associate in Science - Early Childhood Education
The Associate in Science degree in Early Childhood Education provides students with a broad foundation in all areas of early childhood education and prepares students to seek employment in a childcare center, preschool program, or a home child care center. Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.
The Associate in Science degree in Early Childhood Education includes Technical Certificates in:
Child Care Center Management
Early Childhood Development
Early Childhood Inclusion Specialist
Preschool Specialization
Infant/Toddler Specialization
Program Contact:
Scott Schackmann
Department Head, Humanities and Social Sciences
(850) 484-1118
sschackmann@pensacolastate.edu
Degree Requirements
Term 1 (15 cc)
| DEP 2001 | Child Development | 3 cc |
| EEC 1100 | Introduction to Early Childhood | 3 cc |
| EEC 1601 | Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood | 3 cc |
| ENC 1101 | English Composition I | 3 cc |
| Mathematics (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
EEC 1100 and DEP 2001 require field experience or service learning. Check course descriptions for more information.
See general education course list for general education course options.
Term 2 (15 cc)
| EEC 1312 | Creative Experiences for Young Children | 3 cc |
| EEC 2500 | Infant and Toddler Development | 3 cc |
| EEC 2521 | Childcare Management | 3 cc |
| EEC 2940C | Early Childhood Practicum | 3 cc |
| See Choices | Humanities (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
Term 3 (15 cc)
| EDF 1005 | Introduction to the Teaching Profession | 3 cc |
| EEC 2401 | Home and Community | 3 cc |
| EEX 1600 | Behavior Management | 3 cc |
| EEX 2010 | Introduction to Exceptional Children | 3 cc |
| See Choices | Natural Sciences (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
Completing DEP 2001, EEC 1100, EEC 1312, and EEC 1601 fulfills the Childcare Center Management CCC.
Completing DEP 2001, EEC 1601, EEX 1600, and EEX 2010 fulfills the Early Childhood Inclusion Specialist CCC.
EDF 1005 require field experience or service learning. Check course descriptions for more information.
See general education course list for general education course options.
Term 4 (15 cc)
| EEC 2734 | Health, Safety, and Nutrition for Young Children | 3 cc |
| EDF 2085 | Introduction to Diversity for Educators | 3 cc |
| EME 2040 | Introduction to Technology for Educators | 3 cc |
| Electives | 5 cc |
| See Choices | Social Sciences (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
Completing DEP 2001, EEC 1100, EEC 1312, and EEC 1601, EEC 2401, EEC 2500, EEC 2521, EEC 2940C, EEX 1600, EEX 2010 and 2 of the following approved electives (EEC 2734, EDF 1005, EDF 2085, or EME 2040) fulfills the Early Childhood Development CCC.
EDF 2085 require field experience or service learning. Check course descriptions for more information.
See general education course list for general education course options.
Total Credit Hours: 60
Some courses require field experience or service learning. Check course descriptions for more information.