Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education - Early Care and Education

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Early Childhood Education – Early Care and Education is designed for students seeking careers andor personal growth in the field of early childhood education. The program provides students with both theoretical and practical skills needed to work in an infanttoddler, preschool setting, family day care, child care center, or in other child centered jobs. Upon completion of this degree, students may go directly into employment.Student Learning OutcomesDiscuss the elements and dynamics of quality education and care for young children ages 0-5.Demonstrate appropriate skills for providing quality education and care for young children ages 0-5.Demonstrate appropriate skills in interacting with young children ages 0-5 and their families.Distinguish typical and atypical development in young children ages 0-5.Demonstrate appropriate skills in modifying the care and education of young children ages 0-5 to allow for the appropriate inclusion of those with atypical development.