Early Childhood Education Certificate: Emphasis in Early Childhood Preschool

C55860 Total credit hours: 16

This curriculum prepares individuals to work with preschool aged children (3-5) in diverse learning environments. Students will combine learned theories, competency-based knowledge, and practice in actual settings with preschool children.

Course work includes child growth and development, physical/nutritional needs of preschool children, safety issues in the care of preschool children; care and guidance; communication skills with families and children; design and implementation of appropriate curriculum; and other related topics.

Graduates should be prepared to plan and implement developmentally appropriate preschool programs in early childhood settings. Employment opportunities include child development and child care programs, preschools, public and private schools, recreational centers, Head Start Programs, and other preschool programs.

Technical Standards

In addition to DCCC requirements and course objectives, there are professional standards that encompass communication, motor skills, sensory and cognitive ability and professional conduct that are essential for the competent study and practice of this program. Early Childhood Education Technical Standards

Fall

EDU-119 Introduction to Early Childhood Education Credit Hours: 4.00
EDU-131 Child, Family, and Community Credit Hours: 3.00
EDU-153 Health, Safety and Nutrition Credit Hours: 3.00

Spring

EDU-145 Child Development II Credit Hours: 3.00
EDU-146 Child Guidance Credit Hours: 3.00