Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education Associate curriculum prepares individuals to work with children from infancy through middle childhood in diverse learning environments. Students will combine learned theories with practice in actual settings with young children under the supervision of qualified teachers.

Program of Study

The original AAS degree in early childhood education is a 67 credit hour degree. There is a basic core 32 credit hours of required early childhood courses. In addition to the early childhood core courses, the degree includes 21-24 credit hours of general education courses depending upon individual course selections. Seven additional hours of early childhood classes are included as local requirements.

Careers Available

Students entering this program will have the opportunity to specialize in areas unique to their particular interests through the certificate programs available. Certificate programs are available in literacy, early childhood, infant and toddlers, and child care administration.

Recommended Courses and Skills

High school algebra I, computer skills and CPT testing.

Helpful Personal Attributes

Good motivation to work with children ages 0-12, good judgment and a sense of responsibility, ability to work as a member of a team, possess good oral and written and communication skills.

Program Offerings

Program	Credential Level	Offered	Code
Early Childhood Education - General Track	Associate in Applied Science	Day and Evening	A55220GE
Early Childhood Education	Diploma	Day and Evening	D55220
Early Childhood Education - Administration	Certificate	Day and Evening	C55220A
Early Childhood Education - B-K Licensure Transfer Track	Associate in Applied Science	Day and Evening	A55220LT
Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood	Certificate	Day and Evening	C55220
Early Childhood Education - Early Ed Non-Licensure Transfer Track	Associate in Applied Science	Day and Evening	A55220NL
Early Childhood Education - Early Intervention	Certificate	Day and Evening	C55220EI
Early Childhood Education - Infant and Toddler	Certificate	Day and Evening	C55220IT

Program Contact

If you would like additional information about the Early Childhood Education Associate Program, contact Stephanie Shockley, Program Coordinator, at 336.734.7969 or sshockley@forsythtech.edu.