Early Childhood Education – B-K Licensure Transfer Track
Certificate
What You’ll Learn
Earning one of our certificates in early childhood education from Forsyth Tech can provide you with specialized knowledge in administration, early intervention, and infant and toddler care. Develop essential skills in program management, inclusive education, and supporting the unique needs of young children. Gain practical experience through hands-on training and prepare for diverse roles in early childhood settings, empowering you to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families.
Outcomes
- Child Development
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Design
- Assessment Techniques
- Play-Based Learning
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Inclusive Education
- Early Literacy Skills
Curriculum & Class Schedule
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
Disclaimer line: This is a suggested list. You will consult with an academic advisor to develop your exact curriculum, based on your interests and any credits you may already have obtained prior to arriving at Forsyth Tech.
COM 231: Public Speaking
A U GCredit Hours: 3
EDU 119: Intro to Early Child Educ
Credit Hours: 4
EDU 131: Child, Family, and Community
Credit Hours: 3
EDU 144: Child Development I
ACredit Hours: 3
EDU 153: Health, Safety and Nutrition
Credit Hours: 3
ENG 111: Writing and Inquiry
A U G RCredit Hours: 3
EDU 145: Child Development II
ACredit Hours: 3
EDU 146: Child Guidance
Credit Hours: 3
EDU 151: Creative Activities
Credit Hours: 3
MAT 143: Quantitative Literacy
A U G RCredit Hours: 3
PSY 150: General Psychology
A U GCredit Hours: 3
Select one:
ENG 112: Writing/Research in the Disc
A U G RCredit Hours: 3
ENG 114: Prof Research & Reporting
A G RCredit Hours: 3
EDU 216: Foundations of Education
ACredit Hours: 3
EDU 221: Children With Exceptionalities
A RCredit Hours: 3
EDU 280: Language/Literacy Experiences
Credit Hours: 3
: Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
ACredit Hours: 3
: Social/Behavioral Science
Credit Hours: 3
Select one:
BIO 110: Principles of Biology
A U GCredit Hours: 4
BIO 111: General Biology I
A UCredit Hours: 4
EDU 234: Infants, Toddlers, and Twos
RCredit Hours: 3
EDU 250: Teacher Licensure Preparation
RCredit Hours: 3
EDU 284: Early Child Capstone Prac
RCredit Hours: 4
: Natural Science Elective
Credit Hours: 4
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)

- Preschool Teacher
- Childcare Center Director
- Curriculum Development
- Child Development Specialist
- Early Childhood Educator
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Forsyth Tech is located at:
2100 Silas Creek Parkway,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103