State Early Childhood Education

Certificate of Completion

Credits: 47-50 | Length of Program: 1-3 quarters

Early Childhood Education - State Early Childhood Education Certificate

The Early Childhood Education Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed to provide persons interested in working with children a systematic study of the care, development and education of children from birth to age eight. Students gain the knowledge and competency necessary for a professional career working with young children.

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Career Opportunities

Men and women with an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Education can qualify for positions as preschool teacher, child care director, child care program supervisor, child care provider, non-certified early childhood teacher, or elementary school classroom aide. Graduates may be employed by child care centers, cooperative preschools, family child care homes, parks and recreation departments, private preschools, public schools and state and federally funded preschools.

Program Outcomes

Critically thinking in order to analyze, evaluate and solve problems using multiple methodologies
Having multicultural awareness through exhibiting an understanding of the ways economic, political, social, and culture factors impact identity and interactions
Computation through identification, understanding and communicating the differences between quantitative and qualitative date and be able to explain results
Demonstrating ethics through identifying complex ethical issues and recognizing and evaluating interrelationships of related issues
Communicating effectively through written and verbal communications skills

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Required Courses

All students required to complete precollege Math or English coursework must complete HDEV 101: Enhancing Student Success (3 credits) within their first two quarters of attendance.

Initial and Short Certificate, Plus 27 credits from the following:

ENGL&101 English Composition I 5 Credits Search Schedule

Develops writing skills by focusing on strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas, evaluate information, make a point, and participate in multiple discourse communities. Emphasizes both the process and the product of writing. This course was formerly known as WRIT 101, College Writing I. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test scores OR appropriate completion of ENGL 095, ENGL 095X, or ENGL 098 OR concurrent enrollment in ENGL 110 with instructor's permission.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, COMMUNICATION, GER-CIS, AA-AAS-T-COMMUNICATION, AAS-COMMUNICATION: Reading/Writing, AAS-READING-WRITING

Or above

Math 5 credits
(Quantitative or computational Math above 100 or designated Q/SR)

EDUC&150 Child/Family/Community 3 Credits Search Schedule

Integrate the family and community contexts in which a child develops. Explore cultures and demographics of families in society, community resources, strategies for involving families in the education of their child, and tools for effective communication. This course was formerly known as EDUC 225. Prerequisite: None.

ECED&160 Curriculum Development 5 Credits Search Schedule

Investigate learning theory, program planning, and tools for curriculum development promoting language, fine/gross motor, social-emotional, cognitive and creative skills and growth in young children (birth-age 8). Requires 10 hours of observation time outside of class hours. This course was formerly known as ECE 240. Prerequisite: None.

ECED&180 Lang/Literacy Develop 3 Credits Search Schedule

Develop teaching strategies for language acquisition and literacy skill development at each developmental stage (birth-age 8) through the four interrelated areas of speaking, listening, writing, and reading. This course was formerly known as ECE 131 & ECE 180. Prerequisite: None.

ECED&190 Observation/Assessment 3 Credits Search Schedule

Collect and record observation of and assessment data on young children in order to plan for and support the child, the family, the group and the community. Practice reflection techniques, summarizing conclusions and communicating findings. Prerequisite: None.

ECED&170 Environments-Young Child 3 Credits Search Schedule

Design, evaluate, and improve indoor and outdoor environments which ensure quality learning, nurturing experiences, and optimize the development of young children. Prerequisite: None.

-OR-

EDUC&130 Guiding Behavior 3 Credits Search Schedule

Examine the principles and theories promoting social competence in young children and creating safe learning environments. Develop skills promoting effective interactions, providing positive individual guidance, and enhancing group experiences. Requires 5 hours of observation time outside of class hours. Prerequisite: None.

State Initial Early Childhood Education

ECED&105 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces the foundations of early childhood education. Students will examine theories defining the field, issues and trends, best practices, and program models. Observes children, professionals, and programs in action. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE

ECED&107 Health/Safety/Nutrition 5 Credits Search Schedule

Develops knowledge and skills to ensure good health, nutrition, and safety of children in group care and education programs. Students will learn to recognize the signs of abuse and neglect, responsibilities for mandated reporting, and available community resources. Prerequisite: None.

ECED&120 Practicum-Nurturing Relationship 2 Credits Search Schedule

Provides opportunities for students to apply best practice for engaging in nurturing relationships with children in an early learning setting. Practice keeping children healthy and safe while promoting growth and development. Prerequisite: None.

Plus 8 credits from one of the following:

General

EDUC&115 Child Development 5 Credits Search Schedule

Build a functional understanding of the foundation of child development, prenatal to adolescence. Observe and document physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children, reflective of cross cultural and global perspectives. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE

EDUC&130 Guiding Behavior 3 Credits Search Schedule

Infant and Toddlers

EDUC&115 Child Development 5 Credits Search Schedule

ECED&132 Infants/Toddlers Care 3 Credits Search Schedule

Examine the unique developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Study the role of the caregiver, relationships with families, developmentally appropriate practices, nurturing environments for infants and toddlers, and culturally relevant care. Prerequisite: None.

School Age Care

EDUC&115 Child Development 5 Credits Search Schedule

EDUC&136 School Age Care 3 Credits Search Schedule

Develop skills to provide developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant activities and care, specifically: preparing the environment, implementing curriculum, building relationships, guiding academic /social skill development, and community outreach. *School-Age Care Professionals work with children ages 5-12 in a variety of settings including before and after school care available in family child care homes and profit or non-profit settings sponsored by community based organizations or agencies such as YMCA and YWCA, public schools, community centers and faith-based programs. In all of these programs it is the responsibility of the School-Age Professional to support the needs of individual children/youth and provide developmentally age appropriate and culturally relevant activities. This course was formerly known as ECE 132. Prerequisite: None.

Family Child Care

EDUC&115 Child Development 5 Credits Search Schedule

ECED&134 Family Child Care 3 Credits Search Schedule

Learn the basics of home/family child care program management. Topics include: licensing requirements; business management; relationship building; health, safety, and nutrition; guiding behavior and; promoting growth and development. Prerequisite: None.

Administration

EDUC&115 Child Development 5 Credits Search Schedule

ECED&139 Administrative Early Learning Program 3 Credits Search Schedule

Develop administrative skills required to develop, open, operate, manage, and assess early childhood education and care programs. Explore techniques and resources available for Washington State licensing and NAEYC standard compliance. This course was formerly known as ECE 120. Prerequisite: None.

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Revision Date:

March 21, 2017