Early Childhood Education – General Track
Associate Degree in Applied Science
What You’ll Learn
Earning an associate degree in Early Childhood Education from Forsyth Tech sets you on a path towards a fulfilling career in nurturing young minds. Gain a strong foundation in child development, effective teaching methods, and curriculum planning. Practical experiences and expert guidance prepare you to create inclusive and engaging learning environments, making a positive difference in children’s lives.
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 (Global)
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
Credit Hours: 3
EDU 153: Health, Safety and Nutrition
Credit Hours: 3
ENG 111: Writing and Inquiry
U G RCredit Hours: 3
EDU 146: Child Guidance
Credit Hours: 3
EDU 145: Child Development II
Credit Hours: 3
EDU 151: Creative Activities
Credit Hours: 3
ENG 112: Writing/Research in the Disc (Global)
U G RCredit Hours: 3
Select one:
BIO 110: Principles of Biology
U GCredit Hours: 4
MAT 110: Mathematical Measurement and Literacy
RCredit Hours: 3
MAT 143: Quantitative Literacy
U G RCredit Hours: 3
EDU 221: Children With Exceptionalities
RCredit Hours: 3
EDU 252: Math & Sci Activities
Credit Hours: 3
EDU 259: Curriculum Planning
RCredit Hours: 3
EDU 280: Language/Literacy Experiences
Credit Hours: 3
: EDU Elective
Credit Hours: 3
EDU 234: Infants, Toddlers, and Twos
RCredit Hours: 3
EDU 284: Early Child Capstone Prac
RCredit Hours: 4
: EDU Elective
Credit Hours: 3
: Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
Credit Hours: 3
Select one:
PSY 150: General Psychology (Global)
U GCredit Hours: 3
SOC 210: Introduction to Sociology (Global)
U GCredit Hours: 3
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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2100 Silas Creek Parkway,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103