State ECED
Summer 2018
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Additional Costs
Books | $327-1828 |
Supplies and Equipment | $10-95 |
Program Description
The Early Childhood Education program provides experiences in educational theory in the areas of social, emotional, cognitive, physical/motor and creative development for children from birth through age 8. Courses also are available for caregivers of school-age children, ages 5 through 14 years. Now that ongoing research reveals the significance of early development, professional preparation has become essential to anyone pursuing a career in the education and care of young children. Courses are through eLearning and/or days and evenings.
SFCC Early Childhood Education program options:
- Early Childhood Education Certificate (60 credits) - contains the ECED core content courses.
- WA State ECED Stackable Certificates (12-47 credits) - Three "stackable" certificates meet State requirements and allow progression without course repetition for students who wish to earn higher level certificates or degrees.
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree (90 credits) - contains the same course work as the ECED certificate above, plus supporting courses and electives which may be modified for transfer to four-year schools.
- Associate in Applied Science Transfer (AAS-T) degree (90 credits) -contains ECED core content with the option to transfer to accepting four-year schools.
- Associate in Arts (AA) degree (90 credits) - includes 15 credits of electives in ECED that transfers to four-year schools.
- Articulation with area high schools articulates college credits for completion of specified high school ECED courses.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in the seven Critical Work Functions for the Washington State Skill Standards for the Lead Early Childhood Teacher.
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in both written and oral communication.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to manage resources relevant to the Early Childhood Education profession.
Career Opportunities
Outlook for employment in this field is excellent due to current research and recognition of the importance of early development and learning. The SFCC early childhood education program has achieved recognition in our community and region. Regional employers contact our program seeking educated early childhood employees for positions such as: lead teacher, family child care provider, school-age care provider, teacher's aide/assistant, program specialist, parent-school liaison, program supervisor, early education coordinator, center director/manager, assistant director/manager, foster care provider.
Certificate - SFCC
Offered at Locations: Spokane Falls Community College |
First Quarter |
ECED&105 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 5 |
ECED&107 | Health, Safety, Nutrition | 5 |
ECED&120 | Practicum-Nurturing Relationships | 2 |
| 12 |
Second Quarter |
EDUC&115 | Child Development | 5 |
ENGL&101 | English Composition I | 5 |
| Math Elective | 5 |
| Specialization Choice 1 | 3 |
| 18 |
Third Quarter |
ECED&160 | Curriculum Development | 5 |
ECED&170 | Learning Environments for Young Children | 3 |
ECED&180 | Language and Literacy | 3 |
ECED&190 | Observation and Assessment | 3 |
EDUC&150 | Child, Family, Community | 3 |
| 17 |
47 credits are required for the Certificate |
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Math Elective |
BUS 110 | Basic Mathematics Review | 1 |
BUS 111 | Percents and Simple Interest | 1 |
BUS 112 | Payroll and Compound Interest | 1 |
BUS 113 | Discounts, Markups and Markdowns | 1 |
BUS 114 | Solving for the Unknown and Business Math Review | 1 |
BUS 122 | Practical Business Math | 3 |
BUS 123 | Practical Business Math Applications | 5 |
Specialization Choice |
ECED&132 | Infants and Toddlers | 3 |
ECED&134 | Family Child Care | 3 |
ECED&139 | Administration of Early Learning Programs | 3 |
EDUC&130 | Guiding Behavior | 3 |
EDUC&136 | School-Age Care | 3 |
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1 | Choose ONE specialization course |
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Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. the information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.