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Society needs adults who understand the needs of children and know how to support their early development. Trained early childhood professionals help children, families and our society. Research in the field of brain development supports early learning experiences. The high quality experiences we provide for children lay the foundation for their future social and academic success. Our curriculum in Early Childhood Studies is challenging and rewarding. Class work, laboratory experiences and student teaching experiences provide each student with knowledge and an increased understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and teaching methods. Upon graduation Early Childhood students can pursue a teaching position in the field of Early Care and Education or transfer to a 4 -year degree program.

Visit the MARIA SERGI EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER CENTER and Teacher Resource Lounge located in Cook Hall 101-103

EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM

For more information please contact: Dr. Maureen P. Maiocco Early Childhood Program Director maiocco@canton.edu or SUNY Canton Admissions at 1-800-388-7123 or 315-386-7123

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ABOUT THE EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM . . .

Our mission is to offer professional preparation, training and education to individuals committed to teaching and caring for children from infancy to age 6 years. Our curriculum and course of study recognizes quality care and best practices based on national standards. Our A.S. Degree in Early Childhood prepares students for rewarding careers in Early Care & Education or for transfer to 4year EC Teacher Education Degree Programs.

WHAT OUR PROGRAM OFFERS:

Student teaching Experiences in various child care environments including: Head Start programs, Universal Pre-K & Kindergarten Public School classrooms, Child Care Centers, Family Child Care Provider Homes, Nursery & Pre-school settings. A course of study offering 12 courses specific to Early Childhood Education along with general Liberal Arts courses leading to an Associate of Science Degree Hands-on, interactive and practical course work Instructors with practical experiences in the field of Early Care and Education Individualized instruction, mentorship, and academic advisement throughout the program Membership in our Early Childhood Student Club & participation in Campus Community/ Family Events Professional development opportunities offered through our annual Fall EC Conference, seminars & workshops A program that promotes high quality Early Care & Education with an emphasis on understanding and meeting national standards of high quality care, established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Early Childhood A.S. Degree

Semester I Credits FYEP 101 First Year Experience 1 ECHD 101 Introduction to Early Childhood 3 ENGL 101 Expository Writing 3 PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology 3 SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 Science Elective w/ Lab (GER 2) 3-4 16-17 Semester II ECHD 123 Student Teaching Orientation ECHD 125 Curriculum Development ECHD 131 Infants and Toddlers ENGL 216 Childrens Literature PSYC 220 Child Development Math Elective (GER 1) Semester III ECHD 201 Student Teaching I w/ Seminar ECHD 121 Wellness in Young Children ECHD 250 Children w/ Special Needs SOCI 210 Sociology of the Family History Elective (GER 4, 5 or 6) Semester IV ECHD 202 Student Teaching II w/ Seminar ECHD 200 Planning Programs for Young Children ECHD 285 Issues & Policies in Early Care & Education Arts Elective (GER 8) 1 3 3 3 3 3 16 4 3 3 3

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