Early Childhood Education: Guidance and Curriculum, CPC

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Length: 20 credits

Program Contacts

Offered by the Social Science Division
Program Coordinator: Kathleen Lloyd, lloydk@lanecc.edu, 541-463-5287
Academic Advising: https://www.lanecc.edu/get-support/academic-support/academic-advising/connect-advising; 541-463-3800; academicadvising@lanecc.edu

Estimated Cost: $4,001

Resident Tuition: $2,650*
Technology Fees: $260
General Student Fees: $271** (if applicable)
Online Course Fee: $200
Books / Course Materials: $500 (Some courses use Open Educational Resources (OER), which are free or low-cost materials.)
Program Specific Fees: $120 (MMR immunization if needed)

Costs provided are estimates only. Learn more and view current tuition and fee information at https://www.lanecc.edu/costs-admission/tuition-fees-and-payments/credit-tuition.

* Resident tuition is based on all program requirements (general education, core, directed electives).

**General Student fees are paid once each term, depending on whether you are taking classes on Main Campus, or at one of the outreach centers or by distance learning.

*** Any special info about program costs or expenses.

**** This is the total of all the differential fees attached to the courses in this program.

Program Learning Outcomes

The purpose of this program is to prepare graduates to work as early childhood education teaching assistants.

Students who complete this program will be able to:
PLO 1 - Plan learning opportunities that align with D.A.P. (developmentally appropriate practice)
PLO 2 - Examine philosophies, approaches, and theories of development relating to the early years
PLO 3 - Describe the use of positive guidance strategies that support moral autonomy in young children
PLO 4 - Recognize the developmental needs and characteristics of young children in cognitive, language, social, emotional, and physical domains

Program Requirements

Program Core Courses

Core classes must be completed with a grade of C- or better, or Pass.

ECE 120 - Introduction to Early Childhood 2 Credit(s)
ECE 130 - Guidance of Young Children 3 Credit(s)
ECE 150 - Creative Activities for Children 3 Credit(s)
ECE 160 - Exploring Early Childhood Curriculum 4 Credit(s)
ECE 210 - Applying Early Childhood Curriculum 4 Credit(s)
Supervised Teaching - Complete 4 credits of the following:
ECE 240 - Supervised Student Teaching 4 Credit(s)

Notes

This program follows Career Pathway Certificate of Completion Requirements unless otherwise specified.
This program is fully contained in the Early Childhood Education, AAS degree.
Immunization is required prior to enrolling in ECE 240 - Supervised Student Teaching . More information at https://www.lanecc.edu/programs-academics/areas-study/social-sciences-social-services-and-education/early-childhood-education.
Some ECE and HDFS courses are offered through College Now at high schools in Lane County and outlying areas. For more information, see https://www.lanecc.edu/community/education-community/college-now/courses-high-school.
Students seeking support with Reading / Writing / Math or English Language skills while transitioning to Early Childhood classes may apply to PASS Lane ECE. Contact Marcia Koenig (koenigm@lanecc.edu) 541-463-5818; Bldg 4/215.
Students receiving SNAP food stamp benefits who are completing ECE Certificates may contact STEP at Lane program for coaching and access to financial resources.
Prerequisites are not required for most ECE courses. See course descriptions.
Transfer Credit for Prior Learning may be granted based on OCCD Oregon Registry Steps. Please contact the Program Coordinator, Kathleen Lloyd.
Students seeking this certificate will complete 90 hours of student teaching (ECE 240 ). Please contact the Program Coordinator, Kathleen Lloyd, for further information and to schedule your hours.

Credential

ECE students are encouraged to enroll in the Oregon Registry (pdx.edu/occd), a statewide professional recognition program that records and recognizes the growth and achievements of early childhood care and education professionals. Step 7 provides the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. College credit is also available for individuals at Step 7 or higher on the Oregon Registry, based on community training hours. Child Development Associate (CDA).