Early Childhood Teacher Certificate
This program is designed to prepare students to work with young children in environments that support a child's individual physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development, by offering students an understanding of programs and curricula appropriate for young children. By completing this program students will be prepared to work in numerous early childhood care and education settings as a qualified early childhood teacher (CDHS 7.703.44). In addition to the academic requirements, the Colorado Department of Human Services requires nine months (1.395 hours) of verifiable work experience.
Certificate Requirements: 21 credits
| ECE 101 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 102 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education Techniques | 3 |
| ECE 103 | Guidance Strategies for young Children | 3 |
| ECE 188 | Practicum: Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 205 | ECE Nutrition, Health, and Safety | 3 |
| ECE 220 | Curriculum Development: Methods and Techniques | 3 |
| ECE 238 | ECE Child Growth & Development | 3 |