Phoenix College Catalog 2009-10

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• Master’s Degree Partnership with Northcentral University:
15 credits of identified endorsement coursework can be applied
toward the 36 credits required for an online MS in Education
Degree. (Offered at RSC)
* Note: (1) Refer to specific college catalog for degree,
program and course information. (2) Students are strongly
encouraged to seek academic advisement prior to enrolling.
Early Childhood Education & Family Studies Options Available
To Students
It is important to note that there is a wide range of difference in
educational requirements for early childhood professionals both
locally and nationally. Check with the contact person at the college
you are planning to attend prior to enrolling in course work.
Associate Degrees
• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood
Education: prepares individuals to work with children in early
childhood programs, with a specialization in either center-based,
family childcare, or administration of early childhood programs.
Courses are scheduled to accommodate those who are already
working in the field. (Offered at GCC, RSC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood
Education: designed to prepare students for employment as
early childhood teachers in a variety of educational programs.
Students learn effective teaching skills as they apply
developmentally appropriate early childhood educational theory in
the classroom setting. Courses have been selected with a focus
on developing an educational career ladder. (Offered at PVCC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood
Development: designed to meet the needs of individuals who
are interested in working in early childhood. The program
emphasizes working with multi-linguistic and multi-cultural
children. Upon completion students will be equipped to work
effectively with children and families in both school and home
environments and also initiate upward career movement or
improve existing skills. (Offered at SMCC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood
Development: prepares students to enter a professional field
which encompasses many services provided directly to young
children, birth to age 8, and their families. (Offered at SCC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Care and
Education: The Early Care and Education program is based upon
an inclusive vision of high-quality services for all children.
Provided area a sequence of lively, interactive classes and a
variety of field experiences, which greatly expand the student's
understanding of children. Unique student teaching opportunities
are offered in the Evelyn H. Warren Child Development Lab, a
multi-age preschool that is accredited by the National Association
for the Education of Young Children. (Offered at MCC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood
Education and Administration: designed to meet the needs of
persons interested in pursuing careers in early childhood
education or currently employed in preschools, child care centers,
extended day programs, agencies, or other early-childhood care
facilities. Students specializing in this area develop the abilities to
administer all facets of an early childhood program, along with
the knowledge of child development and early childhood
education. Personal characteristics for this field are love of
children, patience, creativity, and interest in techniques for
enhancing interpersonal relationships with children and adults.
(Offered at PC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Family Life
Education: prepares individuals to enter the family life education,
human development, or child and family organizations field at the
paraprofessional level. (Offered at GCC, RSC)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Family Development:
prepares students to work with families, identify needs, and
acquire resources that strengthen family functioning. Includes
skills in assessing and controlling needed resources, decision
making, problem solving, communication, parenting, and child
development education. (Offered at PC)
• Associate in Transfer Partnership (ATP) in Early Childhood
Education: designed for students planning on becoming certified
teachers in Early Childhood Education (Birth through 3rd grade).
Transfers as a block without loss of credit to Northern Arizona
University. (Offered at GCC, MCC, RSC, and SCC)
Post Baccalaureate Program
• Post Baccalaureate Early Childhood Teacher Education
Program: designed for individuals with a baccalaureate degree
who want to become an early childhood teacher. The program
enables students to obtain an Arizona Department of Education
(ADE) early childhood teaching certificate that meets Arizona
requirements to teach in a public school program, including
children from birth through third grade. (Offered at RSC)
Professional Development in Early Childhood Education
• Early Childhood Endorsement Coursework: courses are
accepted by the Arizona Department of Education and lead to
Early Childhood Endorsement for individuals who have a current
elementary or special education teaching certificate, or are about
to receive one. The Early Childhood Endorsement meets Arizona
requirements to teach in a public school program, including
children from birth through third grade. (Offered at RSC, MCC)
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Coursework: courses
are accepted by the Council of Professional Recognition toward
fulfillment of CDA requirements. (Offered at EMCC, MCC, PVCC)
Academic Certificate
• Academic Certificate (AC) in Early Childhood Education: is
designed to provide students with an understanding of universal
concepts and basic practices which are the foundation for early
childhood care and education. The Certificate includes courses
identified as core elements of early care and education such as
health, safety, nutrition, curriculum, family values, community,
diversity, professionalism, guidance and discipline, and child
development as well as general education courses relevant to
early childhood education. (Offered at RSC)
Certificates of Completion
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Childhood
Education: designed for those who are interested in studying
and working with young children. It prepares individuals to work
with children in early child programs, with a specialization in
either center-based or family child care. Courses are scheduled to
accommodate those who are already working in the field.
(Offered at GCC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Childhood
Education: designed to prepare students for employment as
early childhood teachers in a variety of educational programs.
Students learn effective teaching skills as they apply
developmentally appropriate early childhood educational theory in
the classroom setting. Courses have been selected with a focus
on developing an educational career ladder. (Offered at PVCC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Childhood
Development: prepares individuals to assume entry-level
positions within preschool, child care and family support
programs. (Offered at SCC)
• Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Early Childhood
Development: designed to meet the needs of individuals who
are interested in working in early childhood. Emphasis on working
with multi-linguistic and multi-cultural children. Upon completion
students will be equipped to work effectively with children and
families in both school and home environments and also initiate
upward career movement or improve existing skills. (Offered at
SMCC).
MCCCD Degrees