Early Childhood Child Care, Human Development Track
The primary objective of the Early Childhood Child Care/Human Development Track is to prepare well-qualified teachers in an early learning center and directors who will be effective in guiding the learning experiences of young children in Head Start programs, childcare centers, and pre-school programs. The focal point of the track is the recognition of children's individuality and the development of their self-worth and security. Within the program, prospective early learning teachers and future directors of child care centers will have the opportunities to acquire the skills and understanding that will enable them to stimulate the sensory and cognitive abilities of the child through exploration, experimentation, and discovery.
Accreditation
This program is accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
This program also has an initial certification, and is nationally recognized by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Qualified Teacher Education
In the Department of Teaching and Learning, our goal is to prepare well-qualified early learning professionals, such as early learning center teachers and directors, as well as pre-school program and Head Start teachers, to champion support for the early learners’ broad range of needs. Our students graduate with the skills to manage daily operations, plan foundational academic lessons, as well as collect and analyze data to make informed decisions.
We also expose students to real-world classroom environments through our Professional Development School (PDS) sites. These classroom experiences help our students:
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Analyze teaching situations and challenges
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Select, organize, and present subject matter
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Use evaluation techniques on teaching and learning results
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Apply theories and principles of learning
You'll learn how to encourage healthy childhood development through:
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Planning and engaging children in exploration, experimentation, and discovery activities
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Nurturing self-awareness and identity of feelings and how to manage them
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Teaching situational awareness and adaptability in practical and real-world contexts
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Encouraging self-awareness and independence within the larger community
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Building and maintaining positive relationships with peers, teachers, and within the community
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Planning and implementing learning activities to develop effective communication skills
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Planning and implementing culturally appropriate literacy lessons on topics including, the alphabet, new words, and story composition
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Planning and implementing culturally appropriate numeracy lessons on topics including, numbers, shapes, and problem-solving
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Fostering fine and gross motor skills
750+ Course Options
The Coppin State University Academic Catalog has a wide variety of skill-building courses designed to inspire and prepare you to be in-demand professionals and transformational leaders.
Program Requirements
To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Child Care, Human Development Track, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among:
- General Education Requirements, or GERs (46 credits)
- Program requirements (74 credits)
Review the course sections to learn more about different types of major requirements.
General Education Requirements (GERs)
All Early Childhood Child Care, Human Development Track majors must take (or transfer in) 46 credits.
| Course | credits | Name |
|---|---|---|
| ENGl 101 | 3 | English Composition I |
| ENGL 102 | 3 | English Composition II |
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WLIT 207 |
3 |
World Literature |
| HIST 205 | 3 | African American History I |
|
HIST 206 |
3 |
African American History II |
| BIOL 101 | 4 | Biological Science |
|
MATH 131 or MATH 203 |
3 |
College Algebra or Basic Statistics |
|
PHSC 101 |
4 | Physical Science |
|
PSYC 201 |
3 |
Introduction to Psychology |
| HEED 101 | 3 | Personal Health |
| IDIS 103 | 3 | Visual Arts and Theatre |
| SOCI 201 | 3 |
Introduction to Sociology |
| MISY 150 | 3 | Technology Fluency |
| FRSEM 101 | 1 | Freshman Seminar |
Program Requirements
| Course | credits | Name |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 202 | 3 | Educational Psychology * |
| SPED 201 | 3 | Introduction to the Needs of Exceptional Individuals * |
| ECED 301 | 3 | Child Growth and Physiological Development * |
| ECED 329 | 3 | Principles and Practicum in Early Childhood * |
| PSYC 304 | 3 | Child Psychology |
| EDUC 402 | 3 | History of Education |
| EDUC 300 | 3 | Foundations of Reading * |
| MATH 104 | 3 | Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II |
| MATH 207 | 3 | Technology-Based Mathematics for Teachers |
| ENGL 305 | 3 | Advanced Expository Writing |
| ECED 339 | 3 | Social Emotional Development of the Young Child |
| EDUC 408 | 3 | Measurement & Evaluation |
| REED 401 | 3 | Diagnosis and Remediation for Reading Difficulties * |
| REED 405 | 3 | Strategies and Materials for Teaching Reading |
|
MNSC 310 OR MKTG 420 |
3 |
Marketing for Managers |
| PSYC 335 | 3 | Developmental Psychology |
| MGMT 320 | 3 | Principles of Management |
| ECED 340 | 3 | Introduction to Child Care * |
| ECED 344 | 3 | Nutrition, Health, Safety, and Childhood Diseases |
| ECED 347 | 3 | Before and After School Child Care * |
* These courses have a practicum experience requirement
Remember! You must complete all major and prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher.
Sample Degree Plan
This plan is only for example purposes. Your academic journey may be slightly different from another student’s, so be sure to always communicate with your academic advisor before finalizing your course schedule.
Fall Semester (16 credits)
| Course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 101 | 3 | English Composition I |
| PSYC 201 | 3 | General Psychology |
| MATH 203 | 3 | Basic Statistics |
| IDIS 103 | 3 | Visual Arts & Theatre |
| MISY 150 | 3 | Technology Fluency |
| FRSEM 101 | 1 | Freshman Seminar |
Spring Semester (16 credits)
| course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 102 | 3 | English Composition II |
| MATH 103 | 3 | Math for Elementary Teachers II |
| BIOL 101 | 4 | Biological Science |
| HIST 205 | 3 | African American History I |
| HEED 101 | 3 | Personal Health |
Fall Semester (16 credits)
| Course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 104 | 3 | Math for Elementary Teachers I |
| PHSC 101 | 4 | Physical Science |
| WLIT 207 | 3 | World Literature |
| PHIL 102 | 3 | Logic |
| HIST 206 | 3 | African American History II |
Spring Semester (15 credits)
| Course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
| ECON 103 | 3 | Introduction to Business Interpretation |
| EDUC 202 | 3 | Educational Psychology |
| SPED 201 | 3 | Introduction to Exceptional Individuals |
| EDUC 201 | 3 | Introduction to Race and Inequality |
| SOCI 201 | 3 | Introduction to Sociology |
Fall Semester (18 credits)
| Course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
| ECED 301 | 3 | Child Growth and Physical Development |
| ECED 329 | 3 | Principles and Practicum in Early Childhood |
| ENGL 321 | 3 | Children's Literature |
| ECED 201 | 3 | Learning Lab |
| EDUC 300 | 3 | Foundations of Reading |
Spring Semester (15 credits)
| course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 330 | 3 | Culture and Cognition |
| ECED 339 | 3 | Social Emotional Development |
| PSYC 304 | 3 | Child Psychology |
|
ECED 340 |
3 |
Introduction to Childcare |
| ECED 336 | 3 | Collaborating with Families and Communities |
Fall Semester (15 credits)
| Course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 305 | 3 | Advanced Expository Writing |
| MGMT 320 | 3 | Principles of Management |
| PSYC 335 | 3 | Developmental Psychology |
| ECED 344 | 3 | Nutrition, Health, and Safety |
| ECED 347 | 3 | Before and After Care |
Spring Semester (12 credits)
| Course | credits | Name |
|---|---|---|
| REED 401 | 3 | Diagnosis and Remediation of Reading Disorders |
| REED 405 | 3 | Reading Materials and Strategies |
| EDUC 408 | 3 | Measurement and Evaluation |
|
MGMT 420 or MKTG 310 |
3 |
Small Business Management
Marketing for Managers |
Early Childhood Child Care, Human Development Track lives in the Department of Teaching and Learning in the School of Education within the College of Arts & Sciences, and Education.