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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Early Childhood Director and enter the workforce. Students explore early childhood education techniques and practices, business operations, program development, and evaluation. This certificate prepares students for career paths in preschool, childcare, infant and toddler, and elementary education settings. This program prepares students to meet state education requirements for CDHS Director certification. Curriculum development, child growth and development, and administrative skills are among focus areas. CDHS also requires experience hours.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| ECE 101 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 103 | Guidance Strategies for Young Children | 3 |
| ECE 238 | ECE Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ECE 102 | Intro to ECE Techniques | 3 |
| ECE 220 | Curriculum Methods/Technologies | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| ECE 111 | Infant and Toddler Theory and Practice | 3 |
| ECE 205 | ECE Nutrition, Health and Safety | 3 |
| ECE 240 | Admin of ECE Programs | 3 |
| ECE 241 | Admin: Human Relations ECE | 3 |
| ECE 260 | The Exceptional Child | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |