Infant and Toddlers Specialization, C.C.C.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of a developmentally appropriate infant / toddler environment.

Program Information

The content includes, but is not limited to, growth and development, early childhood education; establishing and maintaining a safe, clean, healthy, learning environment; guidance techniques and classroom management; communication; identification of child abuse and neglect; implementation of rules and regulations; nutrition; family interaction; legal and professional responsibilities; and employability skills. Programs prepare individuals to assume major caregiving and educational responsibilities within home or center-based programs for infant/toddlers.

To be eligible for this certificate a student must meet the following admissions requirements:

• have at least 480 hours of Early Childhood classroom experience within the past 5 years.
• have a high school diploma or GED® certificate,
• take a placement exam if not exempt by State Board of Education Rule 6A-10.0315. Insufficient scores will mean the student must take appropriate developmental education courses.

Passing grade of C or better is required on coursework.

Required Courses

Program Notes

These 12 hours cannot be a combination of 12 Personal Enrichment hours; they must be declared as a major in the degree or certificate seeking process.

Students will earn 12 college credits towards the Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education.

Total Certificate Requirements: 12 Credit Hours

More information is available at www.fgc.edu/academics/programs.