2 - Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Programs of Study 2
Early Childhood Education
www.lwtech.edu/earlyeduc
INITIAL CERTIFICATE
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
12 CREDITS
Admission Dates: Fall
The Initial certificate completes Step 5 of level 2 on
the Washington State ECE Career Lattice. It is the first
step of the State of Washington Stackable Certificates
that can ultimately lead to a two year degree in Early
Childhood Education. This 12 credit certificate teaches
to and assess for the competencies comparable to the
Child Development Associate. The initial certificate may
be a point of entry or a continuation of professional
development from Level 1.
State initial certificate graduates will:
be able to maintain a safe and healthy environment for
children
be prepared to monitor and make appropriate changes
for safety in both the indoor and outdoor learning
environment
be able to plan and monitor a children’s menu
following DEL guidelines
be prepared to apply learning theory as it relates to
children’s play in the learning setting
be prepared to work as an entry level staff member in
an early childhood setting
be prepared to apply best practices in all interactions
with children
It is the student’s responsibility to discuss sequencing and
work out their individual schedule with a counselor or
adviser. Any developmental coursework a student may be
required to complete may increase the program length.
Programs of Study
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
ECED& 105 Intro to Early Childhood Education. ................5
ECED& 107 Health, Safety & Nutrition. ........................5
ECED& 120 Practicum – Nurturing. ...........................2
TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS ............................12
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