The Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education is an online degree structured to provide a seamless acquisition of academic requirements for various career levels in occupations related to child care and early childhood education in the public and private sectors. The early childhood education courses provide the academic requirements for meeting assessment guidelines for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. The general education courses can be applied toward the Bachelor of Professional Studies degree in Early Childhood Education.
Early Childhood Education Associate's Degree: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child development and learning Know about, understand, and value the role of a child's family, culture, and community in children's lives Work cooperatively with parents, using an understanding of the family as a context for young children's development Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions of a reflective early childhood practitioner Demonstrate knowledge of health, safety, nutrition, and administrative guidelines Develop a thorough understanding of child development and the value of play in children's learning Design developmentally-appropriate curriculum and classroom practices Adhere to ethical practices in the field of early childhood education.
