Program: Early Childhood Education Certificate - Northeast State Community College - Modern Campus Catalog™

2025-2026 Catalog

Apr 12, 2025

The Technical Certificate in Early Childhood Education prepares the student for a career in child care and early education. The program includes both educational theory and the practical application of learning. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to deliver appropriate programming for young children (birth through age 8) and their families.

Children

Learning Support

Students must complete learning support deficiencies in English and reading, or have appropriate entrance scores.

Fall

ECED 1310 - ♦Introduction to Early Childhood Education Credits: 3
ECED 2310 - ♦Safe, Healthy, Learning Environments Credits: 3
ECED 2335 - ♦Initial Practicum Credits: 3
ECED 2380 - ♦Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Credits: 3

Spring

ECED 2315 - ♦Early Childhood Curriculum Credits: 3
ECED 2340 - ♦Family Dynamics and Community Involvement Credits: 3
ECED 2385 - ♦Math and Science in Early Childhood Credits: 3
Elective - Select one from the following:
ECED 2300 - ♦The Mentoring Teacher Credits: 3
ECED 2312 - ♦Administration of Early Childhood Programs Credits: 3
ECED 2320 - ♦Infant, Toddler and Child Development Credits: 3
ECED 2360 - ♦Development of Exceptional Children Credits: 3
ECED 2370 - ♦Developmental Assessment Credits: 3
ECED 2390 - ♦Creative Development Credits: 3

Total Credit Hours: 24

Gainful Employment Disclosure

As required by the U.S. Department of Education
https://apps.northeaststate.edu/GainfulEmployment/

For Further Information

Mitzi Neeley, Coordinator
Early Childhood Education
Telephone: 423.354.2550
mineeley@NortheastState.edu

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