Pathway Information

  • Total Credits | 60
  • Pathway Result | Associate in Applied Science
  • Special Notes |

Pathway Course Sequence

Semester 1 | 17 Credits

  • ECE 101 Intro to Early Childhood Education (4 Credits) ^
  • ECE 112 Critical Competencies for Infant-Toddler Educators (4 Credits) ^
  • EDU 107 Introduction to Teaching (3 Credits)
  • ENG 111 Freshman English Composition (3 Credits) ^
  • MAT 101 Basic Mathematics (3 Credits) ^

Semester 2 | 17 Credits

  • ART 110 Basic Photography (3 Credits)
  • COM 101 Fundamentals of Communication (3 Credits) ^ OR
    • COM 257 Public Speaking (3 Credits) ^
  • ECE 113 Observation and Assessment of Young Children (4 Credits) ^
  • ECE 114 Family & Educator Relationships (4 Credits) ^
  • HES 100 Human Lifespan Development (3 Credits) ^

Semester 3 | 12 Credits

  • CIS 100 Intro to Information Systems (3 Credits) ^
  • ECE 201 Child Guidance (3 Credits) ^
  • ECE 202 Creative Development of the Child (3 Credits) ^
  • ECE 206 Socialization and Child Development (3 Credits) ^

Semester 4 | 14 Credits

  • ECE 207 Early Childhood Education Capstone (2 Credits) ^
  • ECE 208 Adminstering an Early Education Program (3 Credits) ^
  • HUM 200 Modernity and Culture (3 Credits) ^ OR
    • HUM 242 Studies in Compassion (3 Credits) ^
  • ENV 200 Environmental Biology (3 Credits) ^
  • SSC 200 The Social Sciences and Contemporary America (3 Credits)

Additional Pathway Information

What's a pathway?

A pathway is a course sequence designed to help you explore interests and complete program of study requirements efficiently and affordably. You can explore more about specific courses in Self-Service.

Can I customize a pathway?

Pathways can be customized to meet your specific needs. Courses designated by a '^' are required and cannot be changed.

How do I create my pathway?

Applicants and current students are encouraged to meet with a Mid Mentor to create or edit their personalized pathway to success. Once created, students can view their customized pathway in Self-Service at any time. Schedule an appointment with a Mid Mentor today!

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