College Catalog Programs of Study 2013-2014

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

 

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Offered through AL, LO, MA

Purpose: The curriculum is designed for individuals who seek employment involving the care and education of young children, or for those persons presently employed in these situations who wish to update and enhance their competencies. Occupational opportunities include program leaders, supervisors, and/or directors in child development programs.

Credit for Prior Learning: Students in this program may be eligible for credit for prior learning. See an academic advisor with the Early Childhood Programs for further information.
Two Years Credits
1st Semester
CHD 118 3
CHD 145 3
PSY 235 1
Total   16
2nd Semester
CHD 119 3
CHD 166 3
ENG 112 1
Total   17
3rd Semester
CHD 146 3
CHD 215 3
EDU 235 3
Total   18
4th Semester
CHD 265 3
CHD 298 Seminar and Project (Portfolio) 1
CST 100 3-4
   
5___ 3
Total   16-17
Total credits for the Early Childhood Development A.A.S. =67-68

1 May substitute the SDV 101 Orientation section related to this program.

2 The PED requirement may be met by one of the following options: PED 116, 2 cr.; PED 116, 1 cr. plus a PED activities course, 1 cr.; or PED 116, 1 cr. plus RPK activities course. PED 116 is offered as both a 1-credit and a 2-credit course.

3 See humanities/fine arts courses listed under General Education Electives.

4 See biology, chemistry, ENV 121–122, physics, geology, or natural science courses with a lab component, listed under General Education Electives. Some four-year colleges require a two-semester sequence.

5 See social/behavioral science courses listed under General Education Electives.