AWARD: After satisfactorily completing courses with a "C" average (2.0), the student should contact the registrar's office and apply for graduation after verification that all program requirements have been met. Students interested in a certificate, diploma or associate degree should talk to a counselor to investigate the possibilities of using these courses in other curricula.
LENGTH:
Variable for upgrading, retraining and continuing career students. The options within this program normally amount to the minimum equivalent of one semester of full-time community college work and not more than the equivalent of a year (9-29) credits.
PURPOSE:
This program is designed to provide individuals working in supportive roles in education with appropriate knowledge and skills needed in the classroom. Students should complete all necessary developmental courses prior to or in conjunction with these courses.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES:
Graduates will have fundamental skills for entry level classroom assistance. Graduates will demonstrate proficiency in education methods, instructional technology, presentations, and lesson planning.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Students must meet the general admission requirements established by the college.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Certain certificate-related courses require satisfactory scores on college placement tests. Students with deficiencies will be required to complete satisfactorily developmental studies courses before enrolling in these courses. Other certificate-related courses may be taken while developmental studies are being completed. Some programs, such as Therapeutic Massage require additional expenditures for supplies and equipment. Please check with the appropriate division chair for this information.
CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS:
Students must successfully complete all of the requirements listed below to receive the Award. You may also want to consider earning an Associate degree in Education Assisting.
CHD 109 Music and Movement for Children (3)
CHD 118 Language Arts for Children (3)
CHD 120 Introduction to Early Childhood Education (3)
CHD 125 Creative Activities for Children (3)
CHD 126 Math and Science for Children (3)
CHD 205 Guiding the Behavior of Children (3)
HLT 100 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (3)
HLT 135 Child Health and Nutrition (3)
PSY 135 Child Care Psychology (3)
Student must complete each of the above requirements for a total of 27 credits to be awarded the Career Studies Certificate in Early Childhood Instruction.
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