First Semester: 15 Credits

• ECED 1310 Introduction to Early Childhood Education
• ENGL 1010 English Composition I (Gen. Ed.)
• ECED 2310 Safe, Healthy, Learning Environment
• ECED 2335 Initial Practicum
• Mathematics Course Gen Ed Elective

Second Semester: 16 Credits

• Natural Sciences 4 Credit Hour(s) (Gen Ed.)¹

• ECED 2315 Early Childhood Curriculum
• ECED 2320 Infant, Toddler, Child Development
• SPCH 1010 Fundamentals of Speech Communication (Gen. Ed.)
• Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 Credit Hour(s) (Gen. Ed.) ¹

Third Semester: 12 Credits

• ECED 2340 Family Dynamics & Community Involvement
• ECED 2380 Language and Literacy in Early Childhood
• ECED 2385 Math and Science in Early Childhood
• ECED 2360 Development of Exceptional Children

Fourth Semester: 18 Credits

• ECED 2370 Developmental Assessment
• ECED 2365 Final Practicum
• Humanities/Fine Arts 3 Credit Hour(s) (Gen Ed.)¹  

Total Program Credits: 61

This program of study is designed as a terminal degree for a specific career field.

Criminal and/or other types of background check, possibly at the studen’t expense, may be a requirement of some courses in this degree program. The ability to complete coopertative training, internships, field experiences, and educational practicums may be based on the results of these background checks. This could result in your inability to successfully complete course/program requirements.

¹ MATH 1530  or MATH 1630 , consult advisor for correct selection.

² Review General Education pages and/or consult advisor for correct selection.

     Suggested Courses: HIST 2010 - United States History to 1877

                                   HIST 2020 - United States History since 1877

³ General Elective can be any college-level course not used in this degree program.

     Suggested Courses: INFS 1010: Computer Applications