Early Childhood Education, Associate of Applied Science

Program Outcomes:

• Understand developmentally appropriate theories, models and practices for young children and families.

• Apply early childhood concepts and knowledge to planning environments, curriculum, family interactions and program management.

• Demonstrate ability to respond to the holistic needs of diverse children and families in a variety of settings.

• Interact professionally and ethically with diverse children, families and coworkers.

• Utilize professional and community resources to promote developmentally appropriate care and education of children and families.

Major Code: 4680A

**Alternative plans of study available by contacting your advisor

Fall Semester Freshman Year

EARC 109	Foundations of Early Childhood Education	3 Credits
EARC 111	Health, Safety and Nutrition	3 Credits
EARC 155	Early Childhood Practicum*	3 Credits
EARC 166	Early Childhood Curriculum*	2 Credits
ENGL 101	Writing and Rhetoric I	3 Credits
MATH GE	Any Gen. Ed. Math Course	3 Credits
Total Credit Hours:		17

Spring Semester Freshman Year

COMM GE	Any Gen. Ed Oral Comm. Course	3 Credits
EARC 155	Early Childhood Practicum*	3 Credits
EARC 166	Early Childhood Curriculum*	2 Credits
EARC 105	Early Childhood Environments	3 Credits
EARC 203	Child Development	3 Credits
ELEC GE	General Education Elective	3 Credits
Total Credit Hours:		17

Fall Semester Sophomore Year

EARC 155	Early Childhood Practicum*	3 Credits
EARC 207	Infant & Toddler Care & Education	3 Credits
EDUC 204	Families Communities & Culture	3 Credits
ELEC ANY	College Level Electives	2 Credits
WELL GE	Any Gen. Ed. Wellness Elective	3 Credits
Total Credit Hours:		14

Spring Semester Sophomore Year

EARC 155	Early Childhood Practicum*	3 Credits
EARC 209	Inclusive Practices for Infants & Toddlers*	3 Credits
EARC 222	Introduction to Teaching Children’s Literature	3 Credits
EDUA 245	Special Education Policies & Procedures	3 Credits
Total Credit Hours:		12

Total Credit Hours: 60