Early Childhood Education, AAS

As an early childhood educator, you have the incredible chance to shape how children first see and experience the world. Since those first few years are the most critical, you will be the one helping them explore, learn, and build a foundation that lasts a lifetime. The Early Childhood Education Associate of Applied Science degree program at Baker College is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The current accreditation term runs from March 2021 through March 2028. This degree program does not lead to eligibility for teacher certification.

Early Childhood Education Major - 30 Hours

ECE 1010 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education Credits: 3
ECE 1110 - Early Childhood Development Credits: 3
ECE 1510 - Administration of Early Childhood Education Programs Credits: 3
ECE 2410 - Child Guidance Credits: 3
ECE 2610 - Content Knowledge and Curriculum Development Credits: 3
ECE 2650 - Effects of Trauma and Stress on the Learning and Development of Young Children Credits: 3
ECE 2710 - Early Childhood Education Practicum I Credits: 3
ECE 2750 - Observation and Assessment Credits: 3
ECE 2910 - Family and Community Partnerships Credits: 3
Select One Course:
ECE 1810 - Infant and Toddler Development and Curriculum Credits: 3
OR
EDU 2150 - Introduction to Professional Education Experiences Credits: 3

General Education - 15 Hours

COM 1010 - Composition and Critical Thinking I Credits: 3
Select One Communication Course from the Following:
COM 1020 - Composition and Critical Thinking II Credits: 3
COM 2010 - Interpersonal Communication Credits: 3
COM 2050 - Public Speaking Credits: 3
Select One Mathematics Course from the Following:
MTH 1150 - Quantitative Reasoning Credits: 3
MTH 1170 - College Algebra Credits: 3
Psychology Requirement:
PSY 1110 - General Psychology Credits: 3
Required General Education Elective - Credits:3
- ELECTIVE - General Education Elective - Credits: 3

Program Elective Courses - 6 Hours

Select 6 credits from the following:

ECE 1310 - Healthy Environments for Early Childhood Credits: 3
ECE 1410 - Creative Activities Credits: 3
ECE 1710 - Language Development and Language Arts Credits: 3

Electives - 9 hours

Select 9 credits from any Baker College undergraduate-level courses.

Semester Hours Required for Graduation - 60

The Early Childhood Education Associate of Applied Science degree program at Baker College is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.