EC41 Early Childhood Exceptionalities, Technical Certificate of Credit
Offered at the Griffin Campus, Henry Site, and Online
| Program Entrance Term: |
Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Minimum Length of Program: |
1 terms |
| Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
9 |
Program Description
The Early Childhood Exceptionalities TCC is a sequence of three courses designed to prepare students to work with children with special needs. The program emphasizes an inclusive classroom including strategies and activities for exceptional children (both low- and high-achieving students). Graduates have qualifications to be employed in early care and education settings including childcare centers and homes, Head Start/Early Head Start programs, and Georgia Pre-K programs.
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
All learning support classes must be completed and a minimum grade of C for each course is required to receive the certificate of award from SCTC.
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
Required
| ECCE 2201 | Exceptionalities | 3 |
| ECCE 2360 | Classroom Strategies for Exceptional Children | 3 |
| ECCE 2362 | Exploring Your Role in the Exceptional Environment | 3 |