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Certificate - State Short Early Childhood Education - School-Age Care
The Early Childhood Education program provides experiences in educational theory in the areas of social/emotional, physical/motor, language/literacy, cognitive, and creative for children from birth through age 8. Courses also are available for providers of school–age children, ages 5 through 14 years. Now that ongoing research reveals the significance of early development, professional preparation has become essential to anyone pursuing a career in the education and care of young children.
SFCC Early Childhood Education program options:
- WA State ECED Stackable Certificates (12–47 credits) –Three "stackable" certificates meet State requirements and allow progression without course repetition for students who wish to earn higher level certificates or degrees. (State Initial Certificate = 12 credits / State Short Certificate(s) of Specialization = 20 credits / State Certificate = 47 credits)
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree (90 credits) –contains the same course work as the ECED certificate above, plus supporting courses and electives to support professional development and career goals.
- Associate in Applied Science Transfer (AAS–T) degree (90-95 credits) –contains ECED core content with the option to transfer to accepting four–year schools.
- Specialized AAS-T agreements with four-year schools supporting seamless transfer for advanced degree opportunities: Eastern WA University – Bachelor of Education in P3 Teacher Certification, and WA State University – Bachelor of Human Development.
- Associate in Arts (AA) degree (90 credits) –includes 15 credits of electives in ECED that transfers to four–year schools.
- Articulation with area high schools articulates college credits for completion of specified high school ECED courses.
Offered At
Online Learning, Spokane Falls Community CollegeTypical Student Schedule
Program Courses (all required)
20
20 credits are required for the Certificate
Program Courses (all required)
ECED&105
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
5
ECED&107
Health, Safety, Nutrition
5
ECED&120
Practicum-Nurturing Relationships
2
EDUC&115
Child Development
5
EDUC&136
School-Age Care
3
Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. The information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.