Early Childhood Education Foundational Certificate

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: 

1. Explain and demonstrate an understanding of how cultural, economic, political, and historical factors influence theories of child development.

2. Use knowledge of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development to practice assessment of children from birth to age 8.

3. Explain the main theories, models, job roles, and responsibilities in early childhood education for creating safe and inclusive learning environments.

4. Follows ethical, legal, and practical considerations for supporting children with diverse needs and backgrounds in an unbiased way.

5. Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum plans that align with ECE guidelines and support child development across domains.