Early Childhood Care and Education ECC2, Diploma

Program Description

The Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. The program emphasizes a combination of early childhood care and education theory and practical application as well as limited general core competencies necessary for successful employment. Graduates have qualifications to be employed in early care and education settings including child care centers and Head Start.

External Standards

Though not an external accrediting agency, Bright from the Start (BFTS) determines and approves the credentials of childcare workers in Georgia. TCSG works closely with BFTS to make sure its programs meet the training needs required for approved credentials of early childcare teachers and professionals. To work in a childcare field, an employee must pass a criminal background check. Students should check with the college and employers for details.

The Early Childhood Care and Education, Degree program must conform to the institutional accreditation requirements of the Council on Occupational Education (COE) or the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (COC).

Admission Requirements

Minimum Required Age 16
High School Diploma or GED Required Yes
Placement Scores for Regular Admission (Next Gen Accuplacer) English Reading Math Algebra
236 224 229 N/A

Other Conditions for Admission

Criminal background checks and drug screens may be required based on the requirements for participation on clinical experiences.(ECCE 1121)

Location(s)

Jesup

Waycross

Basic Skills Courses (8-9 hrs)

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

Choose one of the following:

PSYC 1010Basic Psychology

3

EMPL 1000Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development

2

Occupational Courses

COMP 1000Introduction to Computer Literacy

3

ECCE 1101Introduction to ECCE

3

ECCE 1103Child Growth and Development

3

ECCE 1105Health, Safety and Nutrition

3

ECCE 1112Curriculum and Assessment

3

ECCE 1113Creative Activities for Child

3

ECCE 1121ECCE Practicum

3

ECCE 2115Language Arts and Literacy

3

ECCE 2116Math and Science

3

ECCE 2202Social Issues & Family Involvement

3

ECCE 2203Guidance & Classroom Management

3

ECCE 2245Early Childhood Care and Education Internship I

6

AND

ECCE 2246Early Childhood Care and Education Internship II

6

OR

Guided Electives

6

Total Credit Hours: 53