Catalog 2023 SPRING REVISION

EAST CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (CDT) Advisors: Ms. Sheri Anders and Ms. Debra Payton

The student enrolled in Early Childhood Education Technology is required to successfully complete two academic years of study. The individual will receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree. The student receives adequate instruction and preparation for a professional career in the area of Early Childhood Education. Experiences in planning and coordination of developmentally appropriate activities in all content areas including but not limited to: creative arts, math, science, language arts, and other avenues of learning prepare the student for job placements in private and public day care centers, HeadStart, teachers’ aides in public school systems, and other early childhood related positions. All students enrolled in the program must have up-to date immunizations and submit to finger printing and a background check. Upon successfully completing the Early Childhood Education Technology program with an Associates of Applied Science degree, graduates should be able to gain entry to administrative level employment in the childcare industry. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY (CDT) FIRST YEAR Fall Semester Spring Semester CDT 1113: Early Childhood Profession 3 CC CDT 1713: Language & Literacy Development CDT 1213: Infant & Toddler Development 3 CC for Young Children 3 CC CDT 1313: Creative Arts for Young Children 3 CC CDT 1223: Preschool & Primary Development 3 CC CDT 1343: Child Health, Safety & Nutrition 3 CC CDT 2713: Social Studies, Math & Science for Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 AAS Young Children 3 CC Total Hours ……………………………………… 15 CDT 2513: Family Dynamics & Community Involvement 3 CC ENG 1113: English Composition I † 3 AAS Total Hours ………………………………………………….… 15 SECOND YEAR Fall Semester Spring Semester CDT 2613: Methods, Materials & Measurements 3 CC CDT 2813: Administration of Programs for Young Children 3 TC CDT 2233: Guiding Social & Emotional Behavior 3 CC CDT 2413: Development of the Exceptional Child 3 TC CDT 2915: Initial Practicum 5 TC CDT 2924: Advanced Practicum 4 TC Social/Behavioral Science Elective 3 AAS SPT 1113: Public Speaking I † 3 AAS Required Math or Lab-Based Science ‡ 3-4 AAS Total Hours ………………………………………………….… 13 AAS Associate of Applied Science Degree Required Courses (Career + Technical Certificate Courses + 15/16 Hours) †An ACT English sub score of 16 or higher is required for ENG 1113 and SPT 1113. A sub score of 15 or lower will require completion of ENG 0123 with a grade of “C” or higher to enroll in ENG 1113 and SPT 1113. ENG 1033 may be taken in lieu of ENG 1113, but ENG 1033 will not transfer to a baccalaureate institution. ‡An ACT Math sub score of 19 or higher is required for MAT 1313. A sub score of 18 or lower will require completion of MAT 1233 with a grade of “C” or higher to enroll in MAT 1313. MAT 1753 may be taken in lieu of MAT 1313. Total Hours ………………………………………. 17-18 CC Career Certificate Required Courses (30 Hours) TC Technical Certificate Required Courses (Career Certificate Courses + 15 Hours)

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