Early Childhood Education-Childcare-Associate in Applied Science
The Child Care Option in the Early Childhood program meets the requirements of the State of Illinois for the training of child care directors and workers. Upon initial enrollment in the program students must complete an "Application to Participate" form (see NOTE). Students must complete the majority of their coursework prior to enrolling in
EDUC 201, Early Childhood Education Practicum. Students must meet DCFS requirements in order to complete the practicum.
Students completing observation hours may be required to complete state and federal criminal background checks, de- pending upon where they are doing their observations. Students completing the practicum for Early Childhood Education or the Practicum for the Paraprofessional or Teaching Assistant programs are required to complete both the federal and state background checks.
NOTE: Entry into the program is determined through the evaluation of personal qualifications and verification that the student meets the requirements to work in the field.
The Child Care Option in the Early Childhood program meets the requirements of the State of Illinois for the training of child care directors and workers. Upon initial enrollment in the program students must complete an "Application to Participate" form (see NOTE). Students must complete the majority of their coursework prior to enrolling in
EDUC 201, Early Childhood Education Practicum. Students must meet DCFS requirements in order to complete the practicum.
Required Courses
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
Fourth Semester
| EDUC 170 | Infant/Toddler Curriculum I | 3 |
| EDUC 201 | Early Childhood Ed Internship | 5 |
| EDUC 220 | Day Care Administration | 3 |
| EDUC 240 | Program Planning/Young Children | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Education Electives
Total Credit Hours: 60