Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education (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
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)
| DEP 2001 | Child Development | 3 cc |
| EEC 1100 | Introduction to Early Childhood | 3 cc |
| EEC 1601 | Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood | 3 cc |
| ENC 1101C | English Composition I | 3 cc |
| Mathematics (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
EEC 1100 and
DEP 2001 require field experience or service learning. Check course descriptions for more information.
Term 2 (15 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 |
| See Choices | Humanities (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
See general education course list for general education course options.
EEC 2521 and EEC 2940C require field experience or service learning. Check course descriptions for more information.
Term 3 (15 cc)
| EDF 1005 | Introduction to the Teaching Profession | 3 cc |
| EEC 2401 | Home and Community | 3 cc |
| EEX 1600 | Behavior Management | 3 cc |
| See Choices | Natural Sciences (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
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| HSC 2400 | First Aid and Injuries | 3 cc |
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| Elective | 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.
EDF 1005 requires field experience or service learning. Check course description for more information.
Term 4 (15 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 |
| Elective | 3 cc |
| See Choices | Social Sciences (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
See general education course list for general education course options.
EDF 2085 requires field experience or service learning. Check course description for more information.
Total Credit Hours: 60
Some courses require field experience or service learning. Check course descriptions for more information.