Early Childhood Development

Award: Certificate in Early Childhood Development

Advisor: Mrs. Earlene Walker
Semester hours required for graduation: 27

The Early Childhood Development curriculum prepares graduates for employment in educational programs for children from birth to age eight. Students will obtain a basic understanding of the developmental needs of young children and will learn how to create a nurturing environment in preschool programs.
Job opportunities are available in public and private nursery schools and kindergarten programs.

Major Courses: 27 Credit Hours
ECD 101- Introduction to Early Childhood (3)
ECD 102- Growth and Development I (3)
ECD 203- Growth and Development II (3)
ECD 105- Guidance—Classroom Management (3)
ECD 107- Exceptional Children (3)
ECD 131- Language Arts (3)
ECD 132- Creative Experiences (3)
ECD 133- Science and Math Concepts (3)
ECD 135- Health, Safety and Nutrition (3)

Recommended Course Sequence*

First Semester	Second Semester
ECD 101 ECD 102 ECD 135 ECD 131 ECD 133	ECD 103 ECD 107 ECD 132 ECD 105