Certificate

Early Childhood Development

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Early Care and Education

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE
28 SEMESTER HOURS

The Early Childhood Development Certificate program prepares students for employment in educational programs for young children such as child development centers and nursery schools. This certificate is organized with standards from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Students obtain a basic understanding of the needs of young children and are trained to implement quality pre-school programming. They also learn growth and development principles and discipline techniques.

Special Admissions Requirements

  • Meet the specific program requirements outlined in admissions requirements.
  • Completed physical exam, including T.B. screening and hepatitis vaccines, when applicable.
  • Satisfactory background record check, when applicable.

Fall I

Course Number
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
15

CPT-170 may be taken in place of CPT-101. 

COL-101 may be taken in place of COL-103.

Spring I

Course Number
Title
Credits
3
Sub-Total Credits
15

ART-101 may be taken in place of MUS-105. 

CPT-170, ENT-101, MUS-105, and ART-101 are Statewide University Transfer courses - Admissions standards are more stringent. Check with your academic advisor.

Total Credits
30