The Associate of Arts degree in Early Childhood Care and Education prepares student-professionals to work with young children in a variety of private and public care and educational settings. This program of study focuses on the fundamentals of early childhood development and the methodologies of planning and implementing programs designed to promote healthy development in children from birth to five years of age. Degree Program Objectives In addition to meeting institutional and general education objectives, the Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Care and Education seeks to prepare its graduates for professional care of children from birth to five years in a variety of settings via the following program outcomes. Graduates in this degree program will be able to:
Articulate the major theoretical concepts undergirding the effective practice of infant and toddler care as a subspecialty of the larger disciplines of developmental psychology and early education. Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals and methodologies of planning and implementing infant and toddler education and care programs. Apply historical and contemporary informally and formally gathered data in the development of infant and toddler care programs. Critically evaluate the relationship between infant and toddler development and interactions with parents, siblings, peers, care providers, educators and communities. Identify and practice interpersonal, group, and presentational communication skills applicable in personal and professional intercultural environments.
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