CERTIFICATE

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

curriculum code: 0968

Hegis code: 5503

minimum credit hours required: 28-29

This certificate program is designed to enable students to obtain the skills, values, and knowledge necessary to work at entry level positions in early childhood education/child care such as assistants in preschools, Head Start programs, child care centers and family day care homes, and in school-age child care. In addition, the program provides opportunities for those already employed in child care facilities, including family care provider and those holding the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, to update and refresh their knowledge and skills. The program also provides interested students the opportunity to continue their education beyond the level of a certificate to that of an Associate in Science degree with the added possibility of transferring to a bachelor's level program in early childhood education. This certificate can be used as part of a more complete career ladder in early childhood education and care.

early childhood development certificate program

course descriptions - fall, spring, summer
early childhood development brochure (pdf)
A.S. Childhood Education degree program
A.S. Early Childhood Education degree program

Contact: 
Dr. Mary Kay Szwejbka, director, marykayszwejbka@mail.sunyjcc.edu