Associate in Science (AS) Infant/Toddler Teacher
Course Overview
This program prepares students for a rewarding career in infant and toddler care, providing the foundational skills to assist in public programs or lead classrooms in private childcare settings. Students will learn to build respectful, reciprocal relationships that empower and involve families in their child's development. The curriculum is grounded in the NAEYC's Professional Code of Ethics, emphasizing developmentally appropriate practices to nurture the whole child.
Key Program Highlights
- Specialized focus on the critical developmental stage of infants and toddlers (0-36 months)
- Skills to foster strong, collaborative partnerships with children's families
- Grounding in the ethical guidelines and standards of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
- Holistic approach to supporting physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and creative growth
- Preparation for roles in both public and private early childhood education settings
Course Overview
This program prepares students for a rewarding career in infant and toddler care, providing the foundational skills to assist in public programs or lead classrooms in private childcare settings. Students will learn to build respectful, reciprocal relationships that empower and involve families in their child's development. The curriculum is grounded in the NAEYC's Professional Code of Ethics, emphasizing developmentally appropriate practices to nurture the whole child.
Key Program Highlights
- Specialized focus on the critical developmental stage of infants and toddlers (0-36 months)
- Skills to foster strong, collaborative partnerships with children's families
- Grounding in the ethical guidelines and standards of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
- Holistic approach to supporting physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and creative growth
- Preparation for roles in both public and private early childhood education settings
Requirements
Modules
- Child Growth And Development
- Principles And Practices Of Teaching Young Children
- Academic Reading And Writing
- Student Success Seminar
- Smc Ge Area 1B Course
- Child, Family And Community
- Introduction To Curriculum
- Smc Ge Area 2 Course
- Smc Ge Area 3 Course
- Elective Course
- Observation And Assessment
- Infant And Toddler Development
- Communicating With Families
- Smc Ge Area 5 Course
- Smc Ge Area 6 Course
- Practicum In Early Childhood Education
- Infants And Toddler Education And Care
- Elective Course
