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Child Development Specialist CD61

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Early Childhood Care and Education

Technical Certificate of Credit

Program Description

The Early Childhood Care and Education Child Development Specialist TCC is a sequence of five courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. The program emphasizes the basics needed for a career in early childhood, but this TCC also includes more content about planning curriculum and working in the field. In addition, the student may complete a practicum and work in a child care program. Graduates have qualifications to be employed in early care and education settings including child care centers and Head Start.

Admission Requirements

Minimum Required Age	16
High School Diploma or GED Required	Yes

Minimum credit hours for Graduation


Program Courses		Credits
ECCE 1101 - Introduction to Early Childhood Care and Education	3
ECCE 1103 - Child Growth and Development	3
ECCE 1105 - Health, Safety and Nutrition	3
ECCE 1112 - Curriculum and Assessment	3
Choose one of the following:
ECCE 1121 - Early Childhood Care and Education Practicum	3
EMPL 1000 - Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development	2

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