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Certificate Level 1 – Early Childhood Educator (0 - 8 Years)
39 credit hours | ||
This certificate covers Special Education from Infancy through the School-Age child. | ||
FIRST YEAR | ||
First Semester | ||
CDEC | 1319 | Child Guidance |
CDEC | 1321 | The Infant and Toddler |
CDEC | 1323 | Observation and Assessment |
CDEC | 1359 | Children with Special Needs |
TECA | 1311 | Educating Young Children |
Second Semester | ||
CDEC | 1270 | Introduction to Teaching ESL |
TECA | 1303 | Families, School, and Community |
TECA | 1354 | Child Growth and Development |
CDEC | 1313 | Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs |
TECA | 1318 | Wellness of the Young Child |
Third Semester | ||
CDEC | 2166 | Practicum – Child Care Provider/Assistant (Capstone) |
CDEC | 2304 | Child Abuse and Neglect |
CDEC | 2340 | Instructional Techniques for Children with Special Needs |
CDEC | 2371 | Using Technology in the Classroom |