Early Childhood Education Diploma

Purpose

The diploma in early childhood education provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to plan and implement appropriate experiences for children from birth to age eight in various early childhood education occupations.

Note: First Aid and CPR are recommended in addition to course requirements

Suggested Sequence of Courses  

Required Courses

• ECED 1110 - Infant/Toddler Development 3 credit(s)
• ECED 1120 - Preschool Child Development 2 credit(s)
• ECED 1150 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 credit(s)
• ECED 1220 - Pre-Practicum 1 credit(s)
• ECED 1230 - School Age Child Dev & Program 2 credit(s)
• ECED 1260 - Health, Safety & Nutrition 3 credit(s)
• ECED 1610 - Infant Practicum 1 credit(s)
• ECED 1620 - Toddler Practicum 1 credit(s)
• ECED 1630 - Preschool Practicum 1 credit(s)
• ECED 1640 - School Age Practicum 1 credit(s)
• ECED 2050 - Children with Exceptionalities 3 credit(s)

General Education Core Requirements

All graduates with a diploma will complete a minimum of 9 credits of General Education from the following:

• GEN ED Group A: Communications 3 credit(s)
• GEN ED Group B: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving 3 credit(s)
• GEN ED Group C: Career and Life Skills, D: Information & Technology Literacy, or E: Global Awareness 3 credit(s)
  (Recommend: PSYC 2200 , SOCI 2150  or SOCI 2160 )

Total Credits for Diploma: 30