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Early Childhood Education Certificate (C55220)
Early Childhood Education Certificate (C55220)
Overview
A certificate in Early Childhood Education provides students with foundational training and skills to work with young children. It focuses on the physical, emotional, and social development of children from infancy through age 8. The certificate serves as a building block to an advanced degree, as well as a credential to begin working with children in childcare settings.
Details
- Credential Level: Certificate
- Total Credit Hours: 16
- Offered Online: Yes
Course Requirements
See A55220C Early Childhood Education degree program for course availability and recommended semester.
Core Courses
Take All Courses:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDU-131 | Child, Family, and Community | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| EDU-144 | Child Development I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| EDU-145 | Child Development II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| EDU-221 | Children With Exceptionalities | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 12 | |||||
Courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.
Other Required Courses
Take All Courses:
| Course Code | Course Name | Class | Lab | Clinic | Work |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACA-122 | Transfer and Career Success | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| EDU-216 | Foundations of Education | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours: 4 | |||||