Title of Major: Early Childhood Development, A.A.S.

Award: Associate of Applied Science degree, A.A.S.

Code: AAS.EDU.ECD

Total Credit Hours: A minimum of 60

http://www.aacc.edu/programs-and-courses/credit-and-degree-seekers/education/ 

Purpose: The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Early Childhood Development fulfills the state educational requirements for employment as a director, teacher (senior staff), school-age staff member and/or director. The program emphasizes the study of child development, early childhood curriculum/strategies and administrative responsibilities, as well as requires a field-based experience in the early childhood learning environment. Individuals must meet additional state requirements regarding age and experience for employment.

Faculty Contact (https://webapps.aacc.edu/directory/): Karen Phelan, Ed.D.

Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.

Course/Advising Notes: ________________________________________________________________________

 

TERM 1

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
ENG 111-Composition and Introduction to Literature 1  OR ENG 115-Composition and Introduction to Literature 1 for Non-Native Speakers  OR ENG 121-Composition and Literature	3 credit hours
MAT 221-Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics 1	4 credit hours
PSY 111-Introduction to Psychology	3 credit hours
EDU 131-Children’s Literature	3 credit hours
EDU 231-Infant/Toddler Child Care	3 credit hours

TERM 2

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
ENG 112-Composition and Introduction to Literature 2  OR ENG 116-Composition and Introduction to Literature 2 for Non-Native Speakers   OR Elective Must have 60 credits to graduate	3 credit hours
EDU 132-Introduction to Early Childhood Development	3 credit hours
EDU 135-Children’s Health, Nutrition and Safety	3 credit hours
Interdisciplinary Studies or Biological and Physical Sciences GER See General Education Requirements and degree program required courses  for approved courses	3-4 credit hours
EDU 232-School-Age Child Care	3 credit hours

TERM 3

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
EDU 133-Growth and Development   (first 8-week session) EDU 133 and EDU 214 are offered in accelerated formats and should be taken consecutively during the third semester to complete the program within a two-year timeframe.	3 credit hours
EDU 214-Introduction to Special Education   (second 8-week session) EDU 133 and EDU 214 are offered in accelerated formats and should be taken consecutively during the third semester to complete the program within a two-year timeframe.	3 credit hours
EDU 235-Child Care Administration	3 credit hours
PHS 100-General Physical Science	4 credit hours
EDU 229-Observing and Assessing Young Children	1 credit hour
EDU 248-Instructional Strategies	1 credit hour

TERM 4

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
EDU 242-Foundations of Reading and Language Arts   EDU 242 and EDU 247 should be taken concurrently to complete the program within a two-year timeframe.	3 credit hours
EDU 247-Early Childhood: Methods and Materials   EDU 242 and EDU 247 should be taken concurrently to complete the program within a two-year timeframe.	3 credit hours
EDU 230-Educator Portfolio Development	1 credit hour
COM 111-Fundamentals of Oral Communication  OR COM 116-Fundamentals of Oral Communication for Non-Native Speakers	3 credit hours
SPA 111-Elementary Spanish 1  OR ASL 111-American Sign Language 1	3 credit hours
EDU 239-Quality Parent and School Partnerships	1 credit hour