This curriculum prepares individuals to work with preschool aged children (3-5) in diverse learning environments. Students will combine learned theories, competency-based knowledge, and practice in actual settings with preschool children. Course work includes child growth and development, physical/nutritional needs of preschool children, safety issues in the care of preschool children; care and guidance; communication skills with families and children; design and implementation of appropriate curriculum; and other related topics. Graduates should be prepared to plan and implement developmentally appropriate preschool programs in early childhood settings. Employment opportunities include child development and child care programs, preschools, public and private schools, recreational centers, Head Start Programs, and other preschool programs.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Preschool Certificate program, a graduate should be able to:
- Create learning environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging for all children.
- Involve families and communities in children's development and learning.
- Use observation and documentation and other appropriate assessment tools and approaches.
- Design, implement and evaluate meaningful, challenging curricula for each child using knowledge, appropriate early learning standards and other resources.
- Demonstrate leadership, advocacy and professionalism in the field of early childhood.
Certificate Awarded
An Early Childhood Preschool Certificate is awarded by the College upon completion of this program.
Gainful Employment Information
- Does Program Lead to Licensure/Certification? Yes
- Is Licensure/Certification Required for Employment? No
- Name of Licensure/Certification - EC Credential (EDU 119 completion)
- Name of Licensure/Certification Agency - DCDEE (Division of Child Development & Early Education)
Projected Program Cost
Books $450.00
Equipment/Tools $0
Supplies/Other $0
Tuition & Fees $1,382.00
Test Fees $0
Total Program Cost $1,832.00
First Semester
| EDU 119 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| EDU 131 | Child, Family, and Community | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 7 |
Second Semester
| EDU 145 | Child Development II | 3 |
| EDU 146 | Child Guidance | 3 |
| EDU 153 | Health, Safety and Nutrition | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Total Credit Hours: 16