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Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Program Type: Associate Degree

Overview

In addition to the baccalaureate degree programs maintained by the department, an associate of arts degree in early childhood education is offered for students who wish to qualify for leadership positions in daycare centers and Headstart and preschool programs.

Curriculum

This 2-year curriculum program blends a series of liberal arts courses with professional content and practical experiences in field centers to prepare early childhood workers.  The program includes two curriculum workshops that integrate the early childhood curriculum in the liberal arts with a multicultural/ multiethnic emphasis, experience at field-based centers, and a core curriculum.  The student will spend at least three hours weekly in a field-based center (selected daycare, preschool, or Headstart facility).  This degree requires a minimum of 64 hours.  Majors must take CAS 110 to meet their general education speaking requirement.


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