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Child Development Occupational Certificate

 

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

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
CDEV1000Introduction to Early Childhood Education

3

CDEV1010Child Growth and Development

3

CDEV1030Creative Activities and Environments

3

CDEV1520Guiding Children’s Behavior

3

CDEV1530Health, Safety and Nutrition

3

CDEV2075Working with Diverse Families and Children

3

General Education Required 0 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

General Education Elective 0 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

Technical Studies Elective 0 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

Total Certificate Credits 18

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

Semester Sequence

Offered at Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie

First Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
CDEV1000Introduction to Early Childhood Education

3

CDEV1030Creative Activities and Environments

3

CDEV2075Working with Diverse Families and Children

3

Total Credits  9

Second Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
CDEV1010Child Growth and Development

3

CDEV1520Guiding Children’s Behavior

3

CDEV1530Health, Safety and Nutrition

3

Total Credits  9

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