Early Childhood Education [2009]

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Associate in Science Degree

(60 Credit Hours)

Program Manager

Dr. K. DeWitt
941-752-5656
DewittK@SCF.edu

Program Goal

To prepare students for immediate employment as child development center teachers or managers, early intervention associates, child development curriculum coordinators, infant/toddler teachers or preschool teachers. This program prepares the student to assume primary responsibility for long-range planning for the care, education and guidance of young children. Supplementary training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations also is provided. This program transfers to the University of South Florida Bachelor of Science in Applied Science Program with concentration in early childhood development.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate knowledge of child growth and development.
Demonstrate knowledge of early childhood education: infants/toddlers. Demonstrate knowledge of early childhood education: preschool.
Demonstrate the importance of positive interactions with the family and communities.
Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations governing early childhood programs.
Demonstrate knowledge of child abuse and neglect.
Demonstrate knowledge of safety, health, and nutrition.
Demonstrate knowledge of the early childhood education profession.
Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate methods of guidance and classroom management.
Demonstrate knowledge of various observation, screening, assessment and documentation methods.
Demonstrate knowledge of children with special needs.

General Education Courses

ENC 1101 - Written Communication I (3 Credit Hours)
Mathematics - Choose from Area II , A.S. (3 Credit Hours)
Social Sciences - Choose from Area III, A.S. (3 Credit Hours)
Humanities - Choose from Area IV A.S. (3 Credit Hours)
Natural Science Choose from Area V, A.S. (3 Credit Hours)

Subtotal Credit Hours: 15

Program Core Courses

Please consult the course description section of the Catalog for any prerequisites.

HSC 2401 - Emergency First Aid and CPR (3 Credit Hours)
EEC 1000 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education (3 Credit Hours)
EEC 1601 - Observing and Recording Children’s Behavior (3 Credit Hours)
EDF 1030 - Effective Classroom Management (3 Credit Hours)
EDF 2085 - Introduction to Diversity for Educators & Field Experience (3 Credit Hours)
EEC 2401 - Family Interaction and Cultural Continuity (3 Credit Hours)
EEX 2010 - Introduction to Exceptional Learners (3 Credit Hours)
EEC 1001 - Early Childhood Growth and Development (3 Credit Hours)
Elective - Choose from EDF, EDG, EEC, or EME program courses (3 Credit Hours)
EEC 1319 - Portfolio Development and Performance Observation (3 Credit Hours)
EDG 2949 - Final Internship in Education (3 Credit Hours)

Subtotal Credit Hours: 33

Plus One Specialization Area

12 credits must be completed from courses within one specialization area.

Preschool Teacher

EEC 1312 - Introduction to Creative Experiences for Young Children (3 Credit Hours)
EEC 2217 - Introduction to Language and Emergent Literacy (3 Credit Hours)
EDF 1005 - Introduction to the Teaching Profession & Field Experience (3 Credit Hours) OR
EEC 2226 - Introduction to Principles of Mathematics and Science for Young Children (3 Credit Hours)
EEC 2002 - Early Child Care Center Management (3 Credit Hours)

Child Development Center Management

EEC 2202 - Child Care and Education Programming (3 Credit Hours)
EEC 2520 - Early Childhood Education Organizational Leadership Management (3 Credit Hours)
EEC 2527 - Legal Issues and Financial Issues in Child Care (3 Credit Hours)
EEC 2002 - Early Child Care Center Management (3 Credit Hours)

Subtotal Credit Hours: 12

Total Credit Hours: 60

Note(s):

Florida Child Care Professional Certification (FCCPC): Students who want the Florida Child Care Professional Certificate must complete EEC 1000 , EEC 1319 , EEC 1001 and EEC 1601 and work or volunteer at least a total of 480 hours in a childcare facility during the semester the coursework is completed. Once EEC 1319 is complete, the program director will submit appropriate paperwork to the State for obtaining the FCCPC. Credit for the FCCPC will appear on the student’s DCF transcript.

Child Development Associate Credentials: Students who want the National CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential must complete EEC 1000 , EEC 1001 , EEC 1601 and EEC 1319 and then apply to the National Council for Early Childhood Recognition to complete the credentialing process. The Council’s number is 1-800-424-4310.

Child Care Management Director Credentials: Students who need to meet the Department of Children and Families requirement for the Foundation Level Director Credential must complete EEC 2002 . The courses that meet the DCF Advanced Level Director Credential requirement are EEC 2202 , EEC 2527 and EEC 2520 .

Articulated credit from a technical college/secondary school may be applicable. For more information click here: http://www.scf.edu/Academics/CareerTechnicalEducation/Career_Pthwys.asp.

* A related certificate also is offered. See certificate listing.

Degree Pathway

Required Courses and recommended Sequence: The following is a recommended sequence of courses for completing this program. Developmental courses and prerequisite course requirements, credit load, and/or course availability may affect a student’s individual progress. Course availability within the program sequences is specifically intended for full-time students who begin their course work with the fall semester. Students should always consult their online degree planner for the catalog year that they entered the college, and contact their program manager to better understand typical course availability and individual program planning.

Please follow link to: http://www.scf.edu/Academics/degree-pathways.asp