Introduction to Early Childhood Education Certificate
Program Description
Craven Community College’s AAS Early Childhood Education Birth to Kindergarten (B-K) LICENSURE TRANSFER degree prepares students to transfer into one of twelve University of North Carolina institutions to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Birth-Kindergarten Teaching. Students will gain knowledge and understanding of foundational theories of child growth, development, and learning, observation and assessment, planning, domains of development, guidance, and ways to effectively communicate with parents, children, and other professionals in the field. Learning opportunities and course assignments provide students with a strong foundation in evidenced-based and current principles to work with children, families, and the community. Students will show competency in the program by integrating learned theories with practice in early childhood settings with young children under the supervision of qualified teachers.
Admission Criteria
Admission to this program requires that students be high school graduates or have a recognized equivalency.
Transfer Opportunities
The AAS Early Childhood Education Birth to Kindergarten (B-K) LICENSURE TRANSFER option is the result of a statewide articulation agreement between the NC Community College System and the University of North Carolina. The AAS ECE degree does not guarantee students acceptance into any bachelor program at UNC institutions. ECE graduates must meet applicable admission criteria and polices designated by, and earn admission into, the UNC institution of their choice.
UNC System ECE to Bachelor in Birth-Kindergarten Teaching licensure option:
- Appalachian State University
- East Carolina University
- Elizabeth City State University
- Fayetteville State University
- North Carolina Agricultural and
Technical University - North Carolina Central University
- University of North Carolina Charlotte
- University of North Carolina Greensboro
- University of North Carolina Pembroke
- University of North Carolina Wilmington
- Western Carolina University
- Winston- Salem State University
Career Opportunities
The Birth to Kindergarten (B-K) license degree allows an individual to become a licensed teacher and work in a NC Pre-K classroom or in a kindergarten classroom. Along with a variety of careers such as (including, but not limited to):
- Child Development Specialist
- Program Directors
- Child Life Specialists
- Paraprofessionals in early special education
Contact Information
Dr. Terri Colon,
Lead Early Childhood Education Instructor colont@cravencc.edu
252-638-7239
Admissions Office
252-638-7430
Certificate Requirements
Courses in this program
Certificate Classes
| Course | Course Code | Credit Hours | Link to course details |
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| EDU-145 | 3 | ||
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This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from preschool through middle childhood.
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| EDU-146 | 3 | ||
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This course introduces evidence-based strategies to build nurturing relationships with each child by applying principles and practical techniques to facilitate developmentally appropriate guidance. Topics include designing responsive/supportive learning environments, cultural, linguistic and socio-economic influences on behavior, appropriate expectations, the importance of communication with children/families including using technology and the use of formative assessments in establishing intentional strategies for children with unique needs.
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| EDU-131 | 3 | ||
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This course covers the development of partnerships among culturally, linguistically and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities through the use of evidence-based strategies. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing and supporting respectful relationships between diverse families, programs/schools, and community agencies/resources reflective of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators.
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| EDU-119 | 4 | ||
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This course introduces the foundations of early childhood education, the diverse educational settings for young children, professionalism and planning intentional developmentally appropriate experiences for each child.
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