Early Childhood Education State Certificate

Program Requirements

• ECED& 120 - Early Childhood Practicum requires clearance through the Portable Background Check required by the Division of Children Youth and Families and managed by Merit.

Program Outcomes

• Investigate and develop curriculum that promotes learning across academic domains utilizing state standards and culturally sustaining practices
• Develop teaching strategies for language acquisition and literacy skills
• Design and evaluate inclusive classroom environments that support the optimal development of young children
• Collect, record, and reflect on observation and assessment data, describing responsible assessment practices
• Explore community demographics, integrating family and community contexts into program planning.
• Demonstrate competency in college level math
• Demonstrate competency in college level writing.

These outcomes build on the coursework of the Short State Specialization Certificates.

Program Notes

• Not all classes are offered every quarter. Talk to a faculty adviser.
• You have to earn a grade of 2.0 in each required EDUC and ECED class to apply it to a certificate or degree
• Education coursework older than 5 years may not apply. General education credits will be accepted regardless of age.

General Requirements

Read the Associate Degree and Certificate Requirements.

Internal Coding