Early Childhood Education Associate Degree Courses
A recommended course of study, listed below, has been created to insure that each student completes the program in the minimal amount of time required. However, the course of study can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each student.
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| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
| Required Courses First Semester | ||
| ECE173 | Early Childhood Development | 3 |
| ECE101 | Intro to Early Childhood Education | 1 |
| ECE242 | Early Childhood Guidance | 2 |
| ECE147 | Assessment Planning - Young Children | 1 |
| ECE148 | Group Exp. for Early Childhood Programs | 2 |
| ECE149 | Curriculum - Preschool Children | 3 |
| ECE130 | Emergency Care | 1 |
| ECE265 | Student Participation I | 3 |
| Total | 16 | |
| Required Courses Second Semester | ||
| ECE133 | Child Health, Safety and Nutrition | 3 |
| ECE220 | Infant and Toddler Care and Education | 3 |
| ECE121 | Professional Relationships | 2 |
| ECE266 | Student Participation II | 3 |
| ECE281 | Practicum | 2 |
| Required Courses for Remaining Semesters | ||
| Additional AS Degree Core Requirements | 28 | |
| ECE290* | Early Childhood Program Administration | 3 |
| ECE267 | Early Childhood Assoc Practicum | 3 |
| Elective | 2 | |
| *ECE290 is only offered in the spring semester | ||
| Total minimum credits required to complete this program | 65 | |
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