Associate in Science degree - Early Childhood Education
Catalog and Addendum 2009-2010
The associate in science program in early childhood education is designed as a two-year curricular pathway that offers students a broad general education while integrating an in-depth study in child development and theory, principles and practices in early care and education. The early childhood education program prepares students for various careers working directly with children, families and other adults in the early childhood profession.
To earn a degree, students must complete each of the courses required for the major with a grade of "C" or better. Attending classes in the day, the evening or both can complete degree requirements.
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Required courses |
Units |
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Major requirements |
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ECE 124 |
Child Development and Psychology |
3 |
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ECE 125 |
Introduction to Early Childhood Education |
3 |
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ECE 126 |
Health, Safety and Nutrition for the Young Child |
3 |
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ECE 128 |
Curriculum Development for Young Children |
3 |
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ECE 130 |
Child, Family and Community |
3 |
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ECE 144 |
Diversity in Early Childhood Education Classrooms |
3 |
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ECE 249 |
Introduction to Early Childhood Education Theory and Practice |
4 |
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ECE 250 |
Early Childhood Education Theory and Practice |
4 |
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Total units for the major |
26 |
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Recommended degree electives: |
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ECE 129, 134, 137, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 220, 230, 231, 237, 240, 241, 242, 243, 245A, 246, 248, 251, 252, 253, 263, 265, 269, 298 |
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Associate in science degree in Early Childhood Education (DataTel code AS.ECE.D)
SLO#1. Students completing the program will be able to identify major childhood development milestones.
SLO#2. Students completing the program will be able to analyze the psychological, physical, and cognitive influences on human development.
SLO#3. Students completing the program will be able to demonstrate knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice.
SLO#4. Students completing the program will be able to demonstrate familiarity with community agencies which support contemporary family life.
SLO#5. Students completing the program will be able to apply strategies to maximize the health, safety and nutrition of children and adults in programs for young children.
SLO#6. Students completing the program will be able to examine constructionist and emergent curriculum theories.
SLO#7. Students completing the program will be able to identify biases and preconceptions that influence effective child care.
SLO#8. Students completing the program will be able to communicate effectively and responsibly with children and adults in diverse populations.
SLO#9. Students completing the program will be able to plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate curriculum experiences for young children.
SLO#10. Students completing the program will be able to evaluate personal teaching competencies to guide and inform practice.
SLO#11. Students completing the program will be able to integrate knowledge of children's development and needs into early childhood education.
SLOs updated 11/19/2009 4:46:46 PM
