Preschool Specialization Technical Certificate (PREK-CT)
The Preschool Specialization Technical Certificate is a 12 college credit program designed to provide students with the skills needed to design developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children and enable them to begin careers as early childhood education caregivers with a preschool specialization. Additionally, the courses can be transferred into appropriate technical certificate programs within Early Childhood or can be used in either the AS or AA Early Childhood degree programs. Please contact the program coordinator for advising.
Certificate Requirements
Required Courses
| DEP 2001 | Child Development | 3 cc |
| EEC 1100 | Introduction to Early Childhood | 3 cc |
| EEC 1312 | Creative Experiences for Young Children | 3 cc |
| EEC 1601 | Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood | 3 cc |
Some courses require field experience or service learning. Check course descriptions for more information.
Total Credit Hours: 12