Program Overview

Early Childhood Education, S.C.

Highlights

• Degree Type: Skills Certificate
• Entry Term: Fall, Spring
• Program Format: On Campus
• Number of Credits: 18 hours

Core Courses

• FCSC 2121 - Child Development
• EDEC 1020 - Intro to Childhood Education
• EDEC 1100 - Observation and Guidance of Young Children
• EDEC 1105 - Observation and Guidance of Young Children lab
• EDEC 1300 - Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children
• EDEC 1305 - Curriculum Planning & Development for Young Children Lab
• EDEC 2200 - Early Childhood Practicum
• HLED 1221 - Standard First Aid and CPR

Total Credits for Certificate = 18

Academic Advising

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Career Advising

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Transfer Planning

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Campus Resources

• Counseling Services / Student Mental Health
• Disability Support Services
• First-Generation College Student
• Health & Well-Being
• International Student and Scholar Services
• Library Services
• Tutoring Services

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Financial Assistance

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Admission Events

Attend Preview Day in the fall and/or Experience Day in the spring, and be sure to attend one of our New Student Registration events in the summer.

Employment Outcomes

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Quality and Value

• 9 out of 10 NWC Students would recommend NWC
• $6 million+ grants & scholarships awarded to our students annually
• A true home away from home at Northwest College