Infant Toddler Nursery Certificate
My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.
My Academic Plan
Program Description
This certificate provides students with a solid foundation in the growth and development of infants and toddlers, plus advanced exposure in developing and implementing appropriate nurturing and developmental experiences. Working closely with parents is incorporated, as well as the issues of early intervention, high risk, and developmental delays. This certificate meets the State of Colorado requirements for Infant-Toddler Nursery Supervisor.
First Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| ECE 101 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 238 | ECE Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ECE 102 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education Techniques | 3 |
| ECE 103 | Guidance Strategies for Young Children | 3 |
| ECE 220 | ECE Curriculum Development: Methods and Techniques | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| ECE 111 | Infant and Toddler theory and Practice | 3 |
| ECE 205 | ECE Nutrition, Health and Safety | 3 |
| ECE 236 | Child Growth/Development Laboratory | 1 |
| ECE 240 | Administration of Early Childhood Care and Education Programs | 3 |
| ECE 241 | Administration: Human Relations for Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 260 | The Exceptional Child | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Total Credit Hours: 13