Early Childhood Education, Associate of Applied Science

Students who successfully complete all Early Childhood Education, Associate of Applied Science degree requirements will be able to:

  • Plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate curriculum.

  • Create developmentally appropriate learning environments, including cultural sensitivity.

  • Meet the needs of children by implementing positive guidance strategies.

  • Interpret child assessments, observations, and documentation to create developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children.

  • Function effectively as a team member in an early education setting.

  • Analyze collaborative parent partnership strategies. 

Program Course Requirements

See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Applied Science degree. For information on the advised sequence of program courses, see the Early Childhood Education, Associate of Applied Science Program Map.

Communication

WR 121English Composition

4

Computation

MTH 105Math in Society

4

Human Relations

ANTH 110Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

3

Core Courses

COMM 218Interpersonal Communication

3

ED 101Observation and Guidance

4

ED 102Education Practicum

4

ED 103Extended Education Practicum

4

ED 110Principles Of Observation

3

ED 125Job Search Skills

1

ED 131Positive Guidance: Young Child

3

ED 152Creativity & the Arts

3

ED 163Infant Toddler Development and Group Care

3

ED 179Literacy, Science & Math

3

ED 219Social Justice, Civil Rights & Multiculturalism in Education

3

ED 222Constructive Discipline

3

ED 282Working w/Child w/Special Need

3

ENG 221Children's Literature

3

GS 106Phy Sci: Prin of Earth Science

4

HDFS 225Infant and Child Development

4

HDFS 233Intro to Early Childhood Education

3

HDFS 248Learning Experiences/Children

3

HDFS 261Working with Individuals and Families

3

HDFS 280CWE Childhood Development

1 TO 12

PE 231Lifetime Health & Fitness

3

Electives

14

Students need to take a minimum of 2 credits of HDFS 280 Cooperative Work Experience (CWE).

Students are advised to speak with a faculty advisor about approved elective coursework.

Total Credit Hours: 90