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Early Childhood Education | Preschool, Certificate

Location(s): Salem Campus


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This certificate provides students with basic skills in the early care and education of preschool children ages two-and-a-half to six years. It is designed for students just entering the early care and education field, those who wish to focus their education and work experience with preschoolers, and for those already employed in childcare but who need an immediate certificate to continue working in an Oregon licensed facility. A student may continue to seek the associate degree seamlessly, since the certificate classes are wholly contained within the degree program.

Program Outcomes

Students completing this certificate should be able to satisfy the following outcomes:

  1. Understand the developmental stages of children aged two-and-a-half to six years.
  2. Plan and implement appropriate curriculum.
  3. Demonstrate strategies that encourage healthy social and emotional attachment.
  4. Understand assessment methods and use of appropriate referral agencies in the community.
  5. Use appropriate communication skills with parents of young children. 

     

You may earn a certificate of completion by successfully completing the required 15 credit hours with a grade of “C” or better in all courses. Proof of first aid/CPR and food handler cards will be required upon completion of the certificate.

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