Early Childhood Education Diploma
Entry Time
Fall, Spring, Summer
Award
Diploma
3 terms
Students in the Early Childhood Education A.A.S. program may elect to receive this diploma after completing the required courses. Please consult with the Social Sciences Department for more information regarding this option.
Diploma Requirements
| Term 1 | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ECE-103 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE-105 | Technology for Early Childhood | 1 |
| ECE-158 | Early Childhood Curriculum I | 3 |
| ECE-133 | Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition | 3 |
| ENG-105 | Composition I 1 | 3 |
| ECE-170 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| ECE-159 | Early Childhood Curriculum II | 3 |
| ECE-221 | Infant/Toddler Care and Education | 3 |
| ECE-243 | Early Childhood Guidance | 3 |
| ECE-262 | Early Childhood Field Experience | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| PSY-111 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SPC-101 or SPC-112 |
Fundamentals of Oral Communication or Public Speaking |
3 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 34 | |
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Your writing placement score may require prerequisite courses.
Optional Courses
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDU-110 | Exploring Teaching | 3 |
| EDU-119 | Behavior Management | 3 |