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Early Childhood Development and CareDegree Awarded: Associate in Applied ScienceStudent Learning OutcomesStudents will:• demonstrate knowledge of physical, intellectual, language,creative, social and emotional domains by incorporatingdevelopmentally appropriate practices in an early childhoodenvironment.• apply knowledge by effectively planning relevant stage and agelevel learning activities using varied curricula and lesson planformats.• provide a balanced learning atmosphere evidenced by anappropriate physical environment and supportive cognitive andaffective methods.• welcome and integrate into their classroom an unbiasedunderstanding and appreciation of a population that is diversein appearance, performance, ability and culture.• demonstrate effective communication skills with children,colleagues and parents.• develop and exhibit professional and ethical standards ofintegrity, confidentiality, personal growth and collaborativeteamwork in College classrooms and field assignments.Career Opportunities• center director• head teacher (non-publicsettings)• teacher assistant• family child care provider• early childhood business owner• nanny or au pair• early intervention specialist• recreation leadership• home visitor• child care resource and referral• curriculum consultantTransfer OpportunitiesWhile the A.A.S. degree leads toimmediate employment, SUNYOrange students have successfullytransferred. Please check with theintended transfer school fordetails.Contact InformationEducationDepartment Chair341-4482Admissions Office(845) 341-4030Spring 2011www.sunyorange.edu95