Specialization in Early Childhood Education and Care (Online Only)

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The Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) specialization offers working professionals the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree and the courses necessary to become an effective preschool teacher, or to move into a leadership position in early childcare and management. This specialization incorporates all requirements necessary for Head Start certification. It would allow students to obtain both the Foundational and Director’s Credentials necessary for early childcare administration.

The following courses are required. These 32 hours fulfill the Head Start requirements for teachers.

EEDU 3224 - Introduction to Pre-Primary Early Childhood Education 4 Credit Hours
EEDU 3234 - Model Programs in Early Childhood Curriculum 4 Credit Hours
EEDU 4374 - Teaching the Young Pre-Primary Exceptional Child 4 Credit Hours
EEDU 3264 - Family and Community Involvement in Pre-Primary Education 4 Credit Hours
EEDU 3274 - Health and Safety for Pre-Primary Education 4 Credit Hours
EEDU 4384 - Classroom Management and Guidance for the Preschool Child 4 Credit Hours
EEDU 4394 - Advanced Foundations of Pre-Primary Child Care and Education Program Administration 4 Credit Hours
EEDU 4494 - Pre-K Primary Practicum in Curriculum Design and Assessment 4 Credit Hours

Sample Degree Plan

Early Childhood Specialization 2012-2013