Early Childhood Education, AAS
The Early Childhood Education AAS degree is designed to provide training in the processes and principles of growth and development of children from infancy through six years of age. Emphasis is placed on social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development, as well as support services relating to children. Upon completion of the program, students have opportunities for employment as teachers in early learning childcare centers and family child care home sites and as teacher's aides/paraprofessionals in state institutions.
Program Information
- Program Start, technical coursework (semesters): August
- Industry-recognized credentials: N/A
Degree Requirements
In addition to the requirements stated below, students must complete all requirements for an Associate of Applied Science degree. Completion of the courses below will fulfill the general education requirements for the degree. Please see your advisor for more information.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Certificate | ||
| Washburn Tech Early Childhood Education Technical Certificate C | ||
| Required General Education Courses | ||
| EN 101 | Introductory College Writing | 3 |
| MA 112 | Contemporary College Mathematics (or higher) | 3 |
| At least 9 hours of additional general education courses from three of the following areas, and from at least three different disciplines: | 9 | |
Communications | ||
Natural Sciences | ||
Social Sciences | ||
Arts and Humanities | ||
Inclusion and Belonging | ||
Scientific Reasoning and Literacy | ||