Early Childhood Care and Education • Associate in Applied Science

Program Information:

• After completing the coursework, students will be eligible for a Credential Level IV.
• Provides both classroom and field work experience.
• For students interested in seeking careers working with young children.
• Graduates work as teachers and directors in child development centers, Head Start, nursery schools, family child-care providers and in agencies providing family support.
• Career cluster includes child development center aide, teacher and director; family child-care provider; nursery school teacher or aide; school age child-care worker; playground supervisor; and family support worker.
• This applied science program of study must be taken in its entirety to meet degree requirements.

For Program Information Contact:

Social Sciences and Business at 217-786-2391 or 217-786-2414 or see a Student Success Coach.

Recommended Course Sequence:

First Semester:

Second Semester:

Third Semester:

Fourth Semester:

Course Requirements:

Required General Education Courses

Required Program Courses

Please see your Student Success Coach for course planning.

Total Credit Hours: 60