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Certificate of Proficiency Level 1 in Child Care and Development
Certificate of Proficiency Level 1
Statement of Purpose
Statement of Purpose
The Child Development Early Childhood (CDEC) program is designed to provide instruction and field experience necessary for the successful care and guidance of young children from birth to eight years of age. Emphasis is placed on the importance of early childhood education and high-quality care of children.
Upon successful completion of the program, students may earn:
- Level 1 Certificate - Child Care and Development
Program Learning Outcomes
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Program Student Learning Outcomes (PSLO) are statements that specify what students will know, be able to do or be able to demonstrate when they have completed the program.
1: Apply knowledge of child development and learning
Students will demonstrate an understanding of developmental stages from infancy through early childhood and apply this knowledge to support age-appropriate learning, behavior, and environments in early childhood settings.
2: Design and implement developmentally appropriate and healthy learning environments
Students will plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum and classroom practices that promote children’s physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development, including the integration of health, safety, and nutrition guidelines for young children.
3: Demonstrate effective administrative and professional practices
Students will apply principles of early childhood program administration, including regulatory compliance, health and safety standards, ethical practices, and effective observation and assessment, as demonstrated through field experiences.
Program of Study
CDEC-1200, CDEC-1354, CDEC-1318, CDEC-2326, CDEC-1313, CDEC-1321, and CDEC-2380: Grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.
This information is provided as an example only. You will develop a personalized plan with your Success Coach and faculty advisor/mentor that reflects your goals and interests. You are required to meet with an advisor each semester to ensure you are on track for graduation. This document does not contain all the information you need to stay on track for graduation.
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