POFT 2312 — Business Communications 3
TOTAL HOURS 9 Child Development & Early Childhood (Abilene Only) The purpose of the Child Development Early Childhood program is to produce knowledgeable and competent professionals who are able to work effectively with children birth through 8-year-olds and their families in a variety of roles in Early Childhood educational settings. A career in childcare requires a person who is energetic, reliable and has a positive self-concept. These people should be dedicated to lifelong learning and must enjoy working with and shaping the lives of young children. The program is designed to provide training for caregivers or administrators in public and private schools, federal agencies, medical facilities, childcare agencies, and community agencies that need trained professionals who understand the growth, development, and needs of children. The A.A.S. program requires students to complete 60 semester credit hours of coursework with 15 hours of general education courses and 45 hours of concentration in the major area of study. Students pursuing the level one certificate will complete 24 semester credit hours of coursework in the major area of study. Students pursuing the level two certificate will complete 45 hours of coursework in the major area of study. Students holding a current Child Development Associate Credential (National Credential) may be eligible to receive college credit in Child Care Developmental/Early Childhood coursework. Child Development Associate of Applied Science