Early Childhood Educator – Assistant (ECTC1)
Award: Certificate of achievement
Pathway to associate degree: Early Childhood Educator (ECAS1)
Program location: Fort Omaha Campus, Online
This certificate of achievement provides training/learning opportunities for paraprofessionals who assist head teachers in carrying out various responsibilities. These responsibilities include planning and organizing activities used in the care of young children.
Individuals who are considering going into the field of early childhood education should be aware that checks with the Adult and Child Abuse Registries are conducted before employment is offered. Such checks are also done on individuals enrolled in practicum courses. This practice is consistent with Nebraska state statutes.
All courses in the Early Childhood Education program require a minimum of four field experience hours within early childhood education settings except for ECED 1220, ECED 1221, ECED 1222, ECED 1240, ECED 1241, and ECED 2090.
For more information about educational cost, median loan debt, and other important information related to this program, please visit our website at mccneb.edu/Academics/Programs-of-Study/Social-Sciences/Early-Childhood-Education.aspx.
Graduation Requirements
General education
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13.5
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Major requirements
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37.5
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Total credit hours required
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51.0
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General education requirements (13.5 credit hrs.)
Communications
Social sciences
PSYC 1120 | Human Growth and DevelopmentONLINE | 4.5 |
Quantitative/numeracy skills
Select one course from the following:
Students planning to transfer to a four-year program should select
MATH 1310.
Major requirements for Early Childhood Educator – Assistant (37.5 credit hrs.)
See Curriculum Plan