Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
This program is designed to give students an introduction to the field of Early Childhood Education and the variety of possible career opportunities. Each of our other programs begins with Certificate-level courses (Diploma, Transfer Pathways AS, AAS). Students will gain skills in child development, guidance, health and safety, professional relations, and strategies for promoting learning in young children.
Students must have a high school diploma or GED. Respect for cultural differences is essential. Good judgment and absolute integrity are also necessary for success in the field of child development.
Award Outcomes
Develop self-reflective habits as an early childhood professional
Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and teaching practices
Career Opportunities
Job opportunities are available in child care centers, special needs programs, in-home care (nanny), family child care, school-age care, recreational, and parent/child programs.
Program Requirements
Technical Studies Required 18 Credits
| CDEV1000 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| CDEV1010 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| CDEV1030 | Creative Activities and Environments | 3 |
| CDEV1520 | Guiding Children’s Behavior | 3 |
| CDEV1530 | Health, Safety and Nutrition | 3 |
| CDEV2075 | Working with Diverse Families and Children | 3 |
General Education Required 0 Credits
General Education Elective 0 Credits
Technical Studies Elective 0 Credits
Total Certificate Credits 18
Semester Sequence
Offered at Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie
First Semester
| CDEV1000 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| CDEV1030 | Creative Activities and Environments | 3 |
| CDEV2075 | Working with Diverse Families and Children | 3 |
Graduation (18 Credits)
Criminal Background Studies:
Minnesota law requires that any person who provides services that involve direct contact with children, patients, and residents at a health or child care facility licensed by the State of Minnesota must have a background study conducted by the state. Individuals with specified felony convictions are prohibited from having direct contact with children, patients, and residents of licensed facilities. Anyone refusing to cooperate in the criminal background study cannot participate in coursework that requires direct contact with children, patients or residents. Students who are disqualified from having direct patient/resident/child contact will not be able to participate in coursework which includes a practical experience. Therefore, completion of coursework for the program major will not be possible without documentation of a cleared background study.
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
4/15/2024 : BP 7010/ EP 7011