Early Childhood Education, Certificate

Program Details

Semester 1

• ECE 103 - Intro to Early Childhood Ed Credits: 3
• ECE 133 - Child Health, Safety & Nutrition Credits: 3
• ECE 243 - Early Childhood Guidance Credits: 3
• ECE 343 - Early Childhood Guidance Lab Credits: 1
• Select one course from Option 1 Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 13

These credits are applicable to the diploma in Early Childhood Education  , as well as the AAS degree in Early Childhood Education  .

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$193.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for program: $3,314**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Support children during their daily routines and activities.
• Supervise children’s safety.
• Assist lead teachers with planning, setup and assessment.
• Communicate with children and their families.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Demonstrate responsibility, dependability and punctuality.
• Be physically able to perform required care of children.
• Make quick decisions and stay calm.
• Implement activities in a way that matches how children learn.
• Demonstrate skill in guiding children.
• Establish relationships with children and their families.
• Work cooperatively with other staff members.
• Maintain emotional stability and psychological health to work with children, families, clients, colleagues and college personnel.
• Demonstrate professional dispositions such as honesty, integrity, caring and empathy.
• Use good written and oral communication skills.
• Practice professional behavior, ethical conduct and confidentiality.

What Else Should I Consider about this Specialist Certificate?

• Students will complete ECE 343 Guidance Lab in the Child Development Center on the Ankeny Campus or in one of our community partner settings.
• Classes meet during daytime, late afternoon and evening hours. All courses are available online. All classes are available at the Urban Campus.
• Students who complete labs at community partner sites will need transportation.
• Students seeking a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential must apply to the Council for Professional Recognition and meet additional requirements to complete the CDA credentialing process.
• Expected starting salary: $17,100 annually ($8.23 per hour) (Iowa Workforce Development).

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Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczysnki Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1560, fax 312/730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

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