EC13 Early Childhood Care/Education, Associate of Applied Science Degree
Offered at the Griffin and Flint River Campuses and Henry Site
| Program Entrance Term: |
Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Minimum Length of Program: |
6 terms |
| Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
72 |
Program Description
The Early Childhood Care and Education associate of applied science degree program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. The program emphasizes a combination of early childhood care and education theory and practical application as well as general core competencies necessary for successful employment. Graduates have qualifications to be employed in early care and education settings including childcare centers and homes, Head Start/Early Head Start programs, Georgia Pre-K programs, and elementary school paraprofessional positions. Graduates of this program will earn one of three areas of specialization: exceptionalities, infant/toddler, or program administration.
Admission Requirements
- Submit completed application and application fee
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
- Meet assessment requirements
A minimum grade of C for each ECCE course is required to receive the AAS from SCTC.
Additional Costs
Approximate additional costs other than tuition, fees, and textbooks
| CPR/first aid |
$70 |
| Fingerprint check(s) |
$53 |
| Lab Fees |
$25 |
| NOCTI Fee |
$22 |
The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.
Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.
Program Courses
First Term
Choose One: (Required)
| COLL 1500 | Student Success | 3 |
| OR | |
| COMP 1000 | Introduction to Computer Literacy | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Second Term
Language Arts/Humanities/Fine Arts — (Required)
Choose one:
General Core elective: (Required)
Choose one non-repetitive course from Area I, II, III, or IV (see General Education Core Classes in this catalog)
Third Term
Humanities/Fine Arts — Choose one: (Required)
Fourth Term
Natural Sciences/Mathematics—Choose one: (Required)
MATH 1100: Course will be accepted when transferred in from another institution with a grade of a C or better but may not be offered at this institution.
Fifth Term
Choose two courses from one area of specialization (Required) (6 Credits)
ECCE 2201, ECCE 1121: Required
ECCE 1121: Students planning to register for internship/clinical course must meet with the faculty advisor one full semester prior to the semester in which the course will begin.
Sixth Term
| ECCE 2245 | Early Childhood Care & Internship I | 6 |
| | |
| ECCE 2246 | Early Childhood Care & Internship II | 6 |
| OR | |
| Two (2) ECCE courses (non-repetitive courses) | 6 |
| OR | |
| Two (2) General Core electives (non-repetitive courses) | 6 |
ECCE 2245, ECCE 2246: Students planning to register for internship/clinical course must meet with the faculty advisor one full semester prior to the semester in which the course will begin.
Specializations—Choose ONE Pair
(Both courses chosen must be from the same area of specialization)
Program Administration specialization requires both courses below
Infant/Toddler Development specialization requires both courses below
Exceptionalities specialization requires both courses below
| ECCE 2360 | Classroom Strategies for Exceptional Children | 3 |
| ECCE 2362 | Exploring Your Role in the Exceptional Environment | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 6