College Catalog Programs of Study 2015-2016

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT
School-Age Child Specialization

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Offered through AL, LO, MA

Purpose: The curriculum prepares prospective and practicing professionals (assistant teachers, instructional assistants, school-age directors, school-age site coordinators, and school-age program teachers) to work in school-age settings. This specialization provides knowledge and skills for professionals giving supportive instruction to school-age children.

Credit for Prior Learning: Students in this program may be eligible for credit for prior learning. See an academic advisor with the Early Childhood Programs for further information.

1 May substitute the SDV 101 Orientation section related to this program.

2 The PED requirement may be met by one of the following options: PED 116, 2 cr.; PED 116, 1 cr. plus a PED activities course, 1 cr.; or PED 116, 1 cr. plus RPK activities course. PED 116 is offered as both a 1-credit and a 2-credit course.

3 See humanities/fine arts courses listed under General Education Electives.

4 See biology, chemistry, ENV 121-122, physics, geology, or natural science courses with a lab component, listed under General Education Electives. Some four-year colleges require a two-semester sequence.

5 See social/behavioral sciences courses listed under General Education Electives.