Early Childhood Studies Diploma

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Campus Offered: Council Bluffs

The Early Childhood Diploma program of study is designed to provide students with a foundation in best practices with an emphasis in the development of the young child, planning activities and working with families. Students apply research and theory by demonstrating newly acquired skills in the Laboratory School. This program prepares students to be assistant preschool teachers and nannies. Graduates of this program are awarded a diploma.

Students must complete the curriculum described below:

Recommended Course Sequence

First Semester

ECE 244 - Early Childhood Guidance with Lab 4.0 Credit(s)
ECE 103 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3.0 Credit(s)
ECE 170 - Child Growth and Development 3.0 Credit(s)
ECE 153 - Early Childhood Curriculum I with Lab 4.0 Credit(s)
SPC 122 - Interpersonal Communication 3.0 Credit(s)

Semester Total: 17.0 Credits

Second Semester

ECE 120 - Communication with Families 2.0 Credit(s)
ECE 133 - Child Health, Safety, and Nutrition 3.0 Credit(s)
ECE 156 - Early Childhood Curriculum II with Lab 4.0 Credit(s)
ECE 221 - Infant/Toddler Care and Education 3.0 Credit(s)
ENG 110 - Writing For The Workplace 3.0 Credit(s)
or
ENG 105 - Composition I 3.0 Credit(s)

Semester Total: 15.0 Credits

Total Semester Hours Required: 32.0

Notes:

Students must maintain First Aid/CPR certification throughout the program.