The Bachelor of Science Education degree in Early Childhood Education and Leadership is designed to prepare graduates for positions of responsibility and leadership in Head Start programs, child care centers, private preschools, and family child care. The degree program combines knowledge of child development and learning; family and community relationships; observation, documentation, and assessment; concepts and tools of inquiry in the content areas; curriculum development; effective teaching strategies; guidance; professionalism; and leadership, including basic knowledge of program planning and evaluation, and human and financial resources. Does not result in certification.
REQUIREMENTS FOR: B.S.E. MAJOR – 84-85 HOURS, 2.75 GPA
PROFESSIONAL CURRICULUM
| EDC 220 |
Child Growth and Development for Early Childhood & Elementary Teachers |
3 cr. |
| EDC 222 |
Early Childhood Principles |
3 cr. |
| EDC 353 |
Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood Education |
3 cr. |
| EDC 354 |
Observation, Assessment & Screening in Early Childhood Education |
3 cr. |
| EDC 355 |
Social and Emotional Learning in Early Childhood |
3 cr. |
| EDC 356 |
Families in a Pluralistic Society |
3 cr. |
| EDC 357 |
Family Involvement in Early Childhood Education |
3 cr. |
| EDC 358 |
Early Childhood Program Management |
2 cr. |
| EDC 359A |
Infants and Toddlers |
3 cr. |
| EDC 359B |
Integrating the Curriculum: PreK |
3 cr. |
| EDC 361A |
Infant and Toddler Practicum for Early Childhood Education and Leadership |
1 cr. |
| EDC 361B |
PreK Practicum for Early Childhood Education and Leadership |
1 cr. |
| EDC 365 |
Financial Aspects of Early Childhood Programs |
2 cr. |
| EDC 366 |
Human Resources in Early Childhood Programs |
2 cr. |
| EDC 367 |
Program Planning and Evaluation in Early Childhood Programs |
2 cr. |
| EDC 380 |
Advanced Practicum: Leadership in Early Childhood Education |
8 cr. |
| EDE 311 |
Children’s Literature for ECE & Elementary Teachers |
3 cr. |
| EDE 376 |
Art, Music & Movement for Early Childhood & Elementary Teachers |
3 cr. |
| EDU 203 |
Educational Psychology |
3 cr. |
| EDU 300 |
Writing in Education |
3 cr. |
| EDU 375 |
Exceptional Children |
3 cr. |
| CA 104 |
Interpersonal Communication |
3 cr. |
| CA 235 |
Multicultural Communication |
3 cr. |
| SO 302 |
Study of the Family |
3 cr. |
| TH 302 |
Creative Dramatics |
3 cr. |
|
Modern Language |
8 cr. |
|
Science with a Lab |
4-5 cr. |
| Total |
|
84-85 cr. |
CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL FOR EDUCATION.
The requirements listed below are the minimum application criteria. Meeting these requirements states that the applicant is eligible for admission consideration, but does not guarantee admission.
- 2.75 GPA (Cumulative—all classes, including transfer courses)
- 2.5 in Core classes
- WCT passing score
- Successful completion of EDU 203, EDC 220, EDC 222, MA 131, EN 105, EN 106, and CS 140
- ACT test scores (on file in Admissions office) - when applicable
The above information is verified by the Office of the Registrar on the Application for Admission to the School for Education (form to be picked up by the student in the School for Education office and turned in to the Office of the Registrar).
- Dispositions completed by 2 professors with each disposition rated 2 or above
- Letter of recommendation (from professor outside of the School for Education)
- Beginning portfolio with a score of 2 or higher
- Felony background Check and Finger Prints
- Child abuse and Neglect Screening
PROCEDURES FOR REQUEST TO ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL FOR EDUCATION.
The student provides the following documents to Director of Practicum Experiences, ten days before the School for Education meeting (last Wednesday of each month). Please submit documents in a single envelope with your name, telephone number, and e-mail address.
- Letter of recommendation (submitted in a sealed/signed envelope)
- Application for Admission to the School for Education (completed form picked up by the student from the Office of the Registrar)
- Beginning portfolio form
