Early Childhood Education Associate in Science (CHILD-AS)
The Associate in Science degree in Early Childhood Education provides students with a broad foundation in all areas of early childhood education and prepares students to seek employment in a childcare center, preschool program, or a home child care center. Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.
The Associate in Science degree in Early Childhood Education includes College Credit Certificates in:
Early Childhood Teacher (Preschool)
Early Childhood Intervention (Child Development and Early Intervention)
Infant/Toddler Specialization
Program Contact:
Susan Morgan
Department Head, History, Languages, Social Sciences and Education
(850) 484-2137
smorgan@pensacolastate.edu
Degree Requirements
Term 1 (15 cc)
| ENC 1101C | English Composition I | 3 cc |
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| Choose one of the following Mathematics General Education Courses: | |
| MAC 1105 | College Algebra | 3 cc |
| MGF 1106 | Mathematics for Liberal Arts I | 3 cc |
| MGF 1107 | Mathematics for Liberal Arts II | 3 cc |
| STA 2023 | Elementary Statistics | 3 cc |
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| EEC 1100 | Introduction to Early Childhood | 3 cc |
| DEP 2001 | Child Development | 3 cc |
| EEC 1601 | Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood | 3 cc |
Term 2 (15 cc)
| See Choices | Humanities (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
| EEC 1312 | Creative Experiences for Young Children | 3 cc |
| EEC 2521 | Childcare Management | 3 cc |
| EEC 2940C | Early Childhood Practicum | 3 cc |
| EME 2040 | Introduction to Technology for Educators | 3 cc |
Term 3 (15 cc)
| See Choices | Natural Sciences (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
| EDF 1005 | Introduction to the Teaching Profession | 3 cc |
| EEX 1600 | Behavior Management | 3 cc |
| EEC 2401 | Home and Community | 3 cc |
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| HSC 2400 | First Aid and Injuries | 3 cc |
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| Electives | 3 cc |
If a student has a current CPR/First Aid card, an elective may be chosen.
See general education course list for general education course options.
Term 4 (15 cc)
| See Choices | Social Sciences (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
| EDF 2085 | Introduction to Diversity for Educators | 3 cc |
| EEC 2500 | Infant and Toddler Development | 3 cc |
| EEX 2010 | Introduction to Exceptional Children | 3 cc |
| Electives | 3 cc |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Some courses require field experience or service learning. Check course descriptions for more information.