College Catalog Programs of Study 2013-2014

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

 

Certificate

Offered through AL, ELI, LO, MA

Purpose: The curriculum is designed to prepare individuals for employment in environments where the care and education of young children is the primary focus. Occupational opportunities include employment in child development programs and family child care homes and before and after school-age 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.

One Year Credits
1st Semester
CHD 118 3
CHD 205 3
ENG 111 3
  1CHD  225  Curriculum Development for School-Age Child Care  
CHD 146 3
  1CHD  270  Administration of Childcare Programs  
CHD 216 3
Total   15
Total credits for the Early Childhood Development Certificate=31

1Students preparing to work with school-age children should take these courses.

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