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Child Care and Early Education A.A.S.
Child Care & Early Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree
This program provides students with the knowledge and skill necessary to care for and teach young children. Child care professionals promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth of children from birth to age eight by guiding and supervising them through a variety of developmentally appropriate experiences.
| General Education Requirements |
24 | ||
| Required Courses in Child Care | 39 | ||
| CDC 101 | Introduction to Early Childhood | 3 | |
| CDC 102 | Creative Activities for Children | 3 | |
| CDC 103 | Literacy & Literature for Young Children | 3 | |
| CDC 104 | Principles of Early Childhood Education | 3 | |
| CDC 105 | Observation & Participation in Early Childhood Settings | 2 | |
| CDC 107 | Introduction to Young Children with Special Needs | 3 | |
| CDC 109 | Observation & Participation Seminar | 1 | |
| CDC 112 | Child Growth & Development I | 3 | |
| CDC 113 | Child Growth & Development II | 3 | |
| CDC 201 | Cognitive Activities for Children | 3 | |
| CDC 203 | Child Care & Education Practicum I | 2 | |
| CDC 205 | Children, Families, & Communities | 3 | |
| CDC 206 | Child Care & Education Practicum II | 2 | |
| CDC 208 | Nutrition, Health, & Safety of Children | 3 | |
| CDC 209 | Child Care & Education Practicum Seminar | 2 | |
| Elective Courses in Child Care (choose one) | 3 | ||
| CDC 106 | Issues in Early Childhood | 1-3 | |
| CDC 108 | Infant & Toddler Development and Curriculum | 3 | |
| CDC 202 | Movement & Music in Early Childhood | 3 | |
| CDC 204 | Management of Early Childhood Programs | 3 | |
| CDC 207 | Curriculum & Materials for Young Children with Special Needs | 3 | |
| Total Required Hours | 66 | ||
For more information call 636-922-8398.
Call 636-922-8398
Child Care and Early EducationSocial Sciences Building, Room 1104
