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Prepare for work in a variety of facilities for young children with 91制片厂's Early Childhood Education program. You鈥檒l develop the skills and knowledge needed to launch a successful teaching career.
Focus areas of study include promoting child development and learning, building family and community relationships, using developmentally effective approaches to connect with children and families and using content knowledge to develop meaningful curriculum. You鈥檒l also get hands-on experience working with children at 91制片厂鈥檚 Child Care Learning Center, an on-site preschool facility where you鈥檒l receive guidance and feedback from certified teaching professionals.
The Associate in Applied Science in Early Childhood Education offers specializations in Director and Teacher. Students may complete ONE specialization (click to expand):
The 60 credit-hour curriculum is designed to provide students with the requisite skills and theoretical knowledge to work in a variety of facilities for young children as a director for half-day and full-day early childhood centers.
Upon completion of courses for the specialized area of director, demonstration of proof of First Aid/CPR certification and verification of 1200 hours of management experience, students need to complete an IL Gateways application to qualify for the Illinois Director Credential Level 1.
This sequenced degree plan is one of two options that students may pursue to earn the Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
The 60 credit-hour curriculum is designed to provide students with the requisite skills and theoretical knowledge to work in a variety of facilities for young children as a director for half-day and full-day early childhood centers.
Upon completion of courses for the specialized area of director, demonstration of proof of First Aid/CPR certification and verification of 1200 hours of management experience, students need to complete an IL Gateways application to qualify for the Illinois Director Credential Level 1.
This sequenced degree plan is one of two options that students may pursue to earn the Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
| ECE 101 | 3 | |
| ECE 102 | 3 | |
| ECE 115 | 3 | |
| ENG 101 | 3 | |
| Mathematics 1 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Second Semester | ||
| ECE 226 | 3 | |
| ECE 250 | 3 | |
| ECE 252 | 3 | |
| MGT 205 | 3 | |
| SPE 101 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Third Semester | ||
| ECE 253 | 3 | |
| EDU 219 | 3 | |
| EDU 220 | + | 3 |
| EDU 250 | 3 | |
| PSY 101 | + | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
| 2 | 3 | |
| ECE 254 | 1 | |
| ECE 293 | 3 | |
| ECE elective: Any ECE course. | 3 | |
| FSM 114 | 2 | |
| MKT 245 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 60 | |
The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with听MGT听150 (Business Math) or Math Competency. See Math Competency options for information. Students who use Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour AAS General Education elective. See full list of .
This course meets the World Culture and Diversity graduation requirement.
See full list of .
The 60 credit-hour curriculum is designed to provide students with the requisite skills and theoretical knowledge to work in a variety of facilities for young children. Upon completion of courses for the specialized area of teacher, students need to complete an IL Gateways application to qualify for the Illinois ECE Credential Level 4 and Illinois Infant/Toddler Credential Level 4.
This sequenced degree plan is one of two options that students may pursue to earn the Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
The 60 credit-hour curriculum is designed to provide students with the requisite skills and theoretical knowledge to work in a variety of facilities for young children. Upon completion of courses for the specialized area of teacher, students need to complete an IL Gateways application to qualify for the Illinois ECE Credential Level 4 and Illinois Infant/Toddler Credential Level 4.
This sequenced degree plan is one of two options that students may pursue to earn the Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
| ECE 101 | 3 | |
| ECE 102 | 3 | |
| ECE 115 | 3 | |
| ENG 101 | 3 | |
| Mathematics 1 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Second Semester | ||
| ECE 111 | 3 | |
| ECE 226 | 3 | |
| ECE 250 | 3 | |
| EDU 219 | 3 | |
| PSY 101 | + | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
Third Semester | ||
| ECE 209 | 3 | |
| ECE 210 | 3 | |
| ECE 291 | 3 | |
| EDU 220 | + | 3 |
| SPE 101 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
| 2 | 3 | |
| ECE 221 | 3 | |
| ECE 252 | 3 | |
| ECE 292 | 3 | |
| ECE elective: Any ECE course. | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 60 | |
The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with听MGT听150听(Business Math) or Math Competency. See听Math Competency options听for information. Students who utilize Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour elective. See full list of听.
This course meets the World Culture and Diversity graduation requirement.
See full list of .
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