Graduates of this major are qualified to teach in Head Start settings, Early Head Start settings, Pre-K programs, and private child care settings. They are qualified to work as directors or center coordinators of child care programs, and social service public and private organizations. There is a critical need for well educated teachers working with children from birth to five based on well documented research. This research proves that children in high quality early childhood care and education settings are more likely to be emotionally secure, self-confident, more advanced intellectually, and better able to regulate aggression. Child care providers who receive education in early childhood development are more likely to provide the high quality care needed to reach these outcomes. Candidates who complete the UNG B.S. in Early Childhood Care and Education program are caring and reflective decision makers who are committed to maximizing all students’ development as contributing citizens in a diverse and democratic society. They balance professional dispositions and content knowledge with pedagogical skills as they collaboratively interact with students, families, and the community.
Admission Requirements To be eligible for admission to the Early Childhood Care and Education Program, a student must:
- complete 60 semester hours of core curriculum credit (Area A – Area F) applicable to the ECCE degree program with an overall grade point average of 2.75 or higher;
- area F coursework must carry a grade of “C” or better;
- area A coursework of the core curriculum must be completed with a grade of “C” or better;
- provide a passing score or exemption on the GACE Basic Skills Assessment test or its equivalent (see the Teacher Education Department web site for exemption information);
- complete an application for admission to the Teacher Education Program. Application deadline is posted on the department web page;
- provide an updated Fingerprint/criminal background check through a professional agency identified by UNG.
- provide proof of liability insurance valid through projected graduation date. This insurance can be purchased through either of the professional education organizations listed on the application form.
- Submit a letter of intent, write the disposition essay, submit three letters of recommendation.
Core Curriculum Requirements 60 hours
Refer to Semester Core Curriculum Areas A-E
Area A1: No exceptions Area A2: No exceptions Area B: No exceptions Area C: No exceptions Area D: No exceptions Area E: No exceptions
Area F. Courses Appropriate to Major 18 hours
Required if not in Area D
- ECDV 1101 - Introduction to Child Development
- ECDV 2040 - Family Systems and Parental Involvement
- ECDV 2100 - Childhood Health and Wellness
- EDUC 2110 - Integrating Critical & Contemporary Issues in Education
- EDUC 2120 - SocioCultural Diversity in Education
- EDUC 2130 - Explore Learning and Teaching
General Requirements 48 Hours
- ECDV 3010 - Infant and Toddler Development
- ECDV 3020 - Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum
- ECDV 3030 - Language Literacy Development
- ECDV 3040 - Family Systems and Relationships
- ECDV 3050 - Education and Community Resources
- ECDV 3060 - Current Issues in Social Services
- ECDV 3070 - Child Psychology
- ECDV 3080 - Child Observation, Record Keeping, and Assessment
- ECDV 4010 - Crisis Intervention
- ECDV 4020 - Constructive Guidance and Discipline
- ECDV 4030 - Introduction to Special Education
- ECDV 4040 - Special Education and Inclusion in ECCE
- ECDV 4050 - Clinical Experience: Curriculum and Content
- ECDV 4060 - Clinical Experience: Student Needs and Learning Environments
- ECDV 4070 - Clinical Experience: Assessment, Planning, and Instruction
- ECDV 4080 - Clinical Experience: Professional Responsibilities
General Electives of the Major - 12 Hours
- ECDV 4055 - Staff Director Professional Development
- ECDV 4065 - Facility Management
- ECDV 4075 - Financial Management of Child Care Settings
- ECDV 4085 - Legal Issues in Child Care Settings
Other Requirements
- US Perspective
- Global Perspective
- Critical Thinking
- US and Georgia History Requirements
- US and Georgia Constitution Requirements
- Regents’ Reading and Writing Requirements
IMAGES
VIDEO