Childcare Aide, Career Pathway certificate
Award information
| Award | Length (attending full-time) | Financial aid eligible | Currently accepting students? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Pathway Certificate: Childcare Aide | Less than 1 year |
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Locations
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Course listing for the 2025-2026 catalog year.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ECE 120 | Introduction to Early Education and Family Studies | 3 |
| ECE 121 | Observation and Guidance I | 3 |
| ECE 122I | Environments and Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers | 4 |
| or ECE 123P | Environments and Curriculum for Preschool | |
| ECE 124 | Multicultural Practices: Exploring Our Views | 3 |
| ECE 130A | Practicum Seminar 1 | 2 |
| ECE 133 | Practicum 1 in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| or ECE 131A | Practicum for Experienced Teachers 1 | |
| ECE 262 | Health, Safety and Nutrition for the Young Child | 3 |
| HE 112 | Standard First Aid and Emergency Care | 1 |
| Total Credits | 22 | |
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