Early Childhood Education

Technical Certificate in Early Childhood Education

The Technical Certificate in Early Childhood Education provides education and training for persons employed or entering the child care profession who will be working with infants through preschool children. The Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency are designed for employment purposes, and it should not be assumed that the certificates or the courses in this program can be transferred to another institution. Students to whom transfer is important should get assurances in writing in advance from the institution to which they wish to transfer. Students who complete the Technical Certificate in Early Childhood Education will have received training for entry level positions in a childcare setting. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 is required for this degree. 

Certificate of Proficiency in Early Childhood Education

Students who complete the following courses will be awarded a Certificate of Proficiency and will be eligible to take the Child Development Associate (C.D.A.) Exam. The C.D.A. exam is a national credential awarded through the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition in Washington, D.C. for persons who work in the child care field.

Academic Map - Early Childhood Education (Technical Certificate)

Academic Map - Early Childhood Education (Certificate of Proficiency)