Program Advisor: Patricia Kay, M.Ed.
The Introductory Early Childhood Education certificate is the first pathway leading to greater qualifications for work with young children. With the experience provided in the practicum (ECE-123), those completing this certificate will be ready to apply for teacher qualification through the MADOEEC. The required ECE courses will be offered in the evening in rotation.
Expected Outcomes
Graduates of this program should be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of significant theories of child development and their practical implementation in child care settings;
- Develop practical skills in guiding and interacting with youth from studying various program models;
- Understand diverse family structures and use culturally competent practices to support and communicate with children and families;
- Ensure children’s safety, promote health practices and recognize and respond to abuse and neglect;
- Recognize characteristics of high-quality environments and developmentally appropriate curriculum; and
- Understand the goals, benefits and uses of observation and assessment in early childhood.
Graduation Requirements
To earn a certificate in this program, a student must complete all program credits, plus the following Additional Requirements.
Program Courses
| ECE-101 | Early Childhood Growth & Development | 3 |
| ECE-104 | Foundations of Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE-123 | Early Childhood Education Practicum I | 3 |
| ECE-124 | Early Childhood Education Seminar I | 1 |
| ENG-101 | Composition I | 3 |
| PSY-107 | Introductory Psychology | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Additional Requirements
Demonstrated College-level skills in Reading & Writing
| Minimum Cumulative Average Overall |
2.000 |
| Minimum Cumulative Average in Program |
2.000 |
Suggested Sequence of Courses
Required
| ECE-101 | Early Childhood Growth & Development | 3 |
| ECE-104 | Foundations of Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE-123 | Early Childhood Education Practicum I | 3 |
| ECE-124 | Early Childhood Education Seminar I | 1 |
| ENG-101 | Composition I | 3 |
| PSY-107 | Introductory Psychology | 3 |
Gainful Employment Disclosure 2019
Below you'll find program costs, student loan debt, graduation rates, and jobs associated with this program.
Program Name: Early Childhood Education (Introductory) Certificate
This program is designed to be completed in: one (1) year.
Costs for this program if completed within normal timeframe:
- $3,708 in-state tuition and fees
- $3,916 New England/New York resident tuition and fees
- $7,452 out-of-state tuition and fees
- $800 estimated books and supplies
- $1,024 estimated transportation
There may be additional costs to consider such as reduced income if you will be cutting back on work hours, child care, room, board, and general living expenses while enrolled.
Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with $ 0.00 debt.
Program meets licensure requirements in Massachusetts.
For more information about graduation rates, loan repayment rates, and post-enrollment earnings about this institution and other postsecondary institutions, please see: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/