CD61 Child Development Specialist, Technical Certificate of Credit
Offered at the Griffin and Flint River Campuses Henry Site and Online
| Program Entrance Term: |
Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Minimum Length of Program: |
1 terms |
| Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
14 |
Program Description
The Child Development Specialist TCC is a sequence of five courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. The program emphasizes the basics needed for a career in early childhood, but this TCC also includes more content about planning curriculum and working in the field. In addition, the student may complete a practicum and work in a childcare program. 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.
Additional Costs
Approximate additional costs other than tuition, fees, and textbooks
| CPR/first aid |
$70 |
| Fingerprint check(s) |
$53 |
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.
Contact Us
Diane McHughes, Ed.S., Program Coordinator
Email: diane.mchughes@sctech.edu
Phone: (706) 646-6197
Program Courses
Required
Choose One: (Required)
| EMPL 1000 | Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development | 2 |
| OR | |
| ECCE 1121 | Early Childhood Care and Education Practicum | 3 |
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.