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Program Description
The Early Childhood Care and Education program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in child care and related fields. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of early childhood care and education theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Early Childhood Care and Education diploma and have the qualification of early childhood care and education provider.
Program Length
A minimum of 73 credit hours is required for graduation.
A full time student can expect to complete requirements in 6-7 quarters
Salary Range
$9,888 to $12,480 annually
Career Opportunities
The job market is excellent.
Career Traits/ Requirements
Positive attitude, fond of children, happy individual, dependable and reliable, flexible, and patient
Additional Requirements
Criminal Records Check, Immunization record, Hepatitis B vaccine, and TC Skin Test are required prior to lab or internship experience.
Program Courses
General Education |
15 |
ENG 1010 |
Fundamentals of English I |
5 |
MAT 1012 |
Foundations of Mathematics |
5 |
EMP 1000 |
Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development |
5 |
Occupational Education |
58 |
SCT 100 |
Introduction to Microcomputers |
3 |
ECE 1010 |
Introduction to Early Childhood |
5 |
ECE 1030 |
Human Growth and Development I |
5 |
ECE 1050 |
Health, Safety, & Nutrition |
5 |
ECE 1012 |
Curriculum Development |
3 |
ECE 1013 |
Art for Children |
3 |
ECE 1014 |
Music and Movement |
3 |
ECE 2115 |
Language Arts and Literature |
5 |
ECE 2116 |
Math & Science |
5 |
ECE 1021 or
ECE xxx |
Early Childhood Care and Education Practicum I
Program Elective |
3 |
ECE 1022 or
ECE xxx |
Early Childhood Care and Education Practicum II
Program Elective |
3 |
ECE 2020 |
Social Issues and Families |
5 |
ECE 2240 |
Early Childhood Care and Education Internship |
12 |
Total Required Credits for Graduation |
73 |
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