Early Childhood Education, AS

Purpose

The Associate in Science (AS) in Early Childhood Education prepares students for immediate employment educating children from birth through age eight years in a variety of settings.  Completion of the AS qualifies students to serve as the Lead Teacher in childcare settings and Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten, and as paraprofessional educators within school districts.  Courses in Early Childhood Education equip students to become reflective and transformative educators. An emphasis on relationships between children, families, and communities in our diverse world is central to the framework of our courses and experiences. The opportunity to build a foundation of practical experience with young children in a variety of educational settings allows our students to be well prepared to enter the work force.   

One or more College Credit Certificates are associated with this AS degree:

• Child Development Specialization, CCC   
• Inclusion Specialization, CCC   
• Preschool Specialization, CCC  

Course Prerequisites

Many courses require prerequisites. Check the description of each course in the list below for prerequisites, minimum grade requirements, and other restrictions.  Students must complete all prerequisites prior to registering for a course.

Graduation Requirements

Students must fulfill all requirements of their program to be eligible for graduation.  All courses within the Program Requirements and Electives categories must be passed with a grade of “C” or better.