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Early Childhood Development and CareDegree Awarded: CertificateStudent 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 diverse inappearance, performance, ability and culture.• demonstrate effective communication skills with children,colleagues and parents.• develop and exhibit professional and ethical standards of integrity,confidentiality, personal growth and collaborative teamwork inCollege classrooms and field assignments.Career OpportunitiesEntry level or aide positions in:• child care centers• preschools• nursery schools.Transfer OpportunitiesThe ECDC certificate isdesigned to prepare graduatesfor immediate entry into theworkplace. However, everycredit from the certificate willapply to the SUNY OrangeECDC A.A.S. degree.Contact InformationEducationDepartment Chair341-4482Admissions Office(845) 341-4030Spring 2011www.sunyorange.edu97