Early Childhood Teacher CDHS Minimal Qualifications Certificate

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CIP 190709 (ECT3)

Early Childhood Teacher CDHS (Colorado Department of Human Services) Minimal Qualifications Certificate Want to make a difference in a young child’s life? Consider the field of Early Childhood Education. Research supports the importance of high quality, early childhood programs which impact children’s development throughout their school years and on into adult life. One of the most importance influences is the teacher.

Arapahoe Community College and the Early Childhood Education program faculty are committed to prepare professionals to work with young children, birth through age 8 in a variety of settings. The Early Childhood Teacher CDHS Minimal Qualifications Certificate will prepare students for early childhood teacher positions in early childhood care and education settings. Upon completion of these classes, you will have met academic requirements as an Early Childhood Teacher. In addition to the academic requirements, the Colorado Department of Human Services requires at least 24 months (3,640 hours) of verifiable work experience.

All Early Childhood and general education coursework must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Admission Requirements

Admission to Arapahoe Community College
Completion of a basic background check is required for all students entering this certificate. The process is completed online with an associated cost. Contact Castle Branch.

Program Requirements

Major Courses (6 credit hours)

ECE 101 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 Credits OR
ECE 103 - Guidance Strategies for Young Children 3 Credits
ECE - Elective Course of Choice 3 Credits

Total: 6 credit hours

Graduation Requirements

All Early Childhood and general education coursework must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Apply for graduation online at www.arapahoe.edu/graduation.
As a graduate of a Career and Technical Education program you will be contacted by an ACC employee in approximately six months to verify your employment information. This information gathering is a federal requirement to ensure that ACC receives certain federal funding.
Information regarding occupations, completion rates, placement rates, program costs and median loan debt may be found at www.arapahoe.edu/departments-and-programs/gainful-employment-disclosure-information.