Preschool Specialization, C.C.C.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students will demonstrate their understanding of developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate teaching practices.

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 preschool children.

To be eligible for this certificate a student must meet:

Admissions Requirements:

• 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 on required 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 Early Childhood Education, A.S.  degree.

Total Certificate Requirements: 12 Credit Hours

More information is available at https://www.fgc.edu/academics/index.html.