Child Development Associate - Certificate of Achievement (0204)
Division: Social Sciences Division
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements (12 Credits) | ||
| EDU 101 | Introduction to Education | 3 |
| EDU 203 | Children with Special Needs | 3 |
| EDU 205 | Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| EDU 234 | Education Fieldwork I | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Notes:
- For an explanation of why General Education courses are included in this Program, please refer to the Section on General Education for an explanation of its Purpose and Requirements.
- This plan assumes the student is eligible to enroll in College Level Courses (designated as 100 +, e.g., ACC 102 Prin Accounting II Managerial, HST 131 Latin American History I, MTH 221 Calc with Analytic Geom III). Placement results will determine College Level Readiness in English and Mathematics.
Upon Completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of principles of instruction in Early Childhood settings;
- Prepare and complete professional resources files;
- Demonstrate understanding of professional standards and practice skills in professional settings;
- File application and successfully sit for National Childhood Development Certification (CDA) exam; and
- Secure employment in Child Care industry.