Early Care and Education
About the track
Possible UC degree
Associate of Science in Early Childhood Care and Education through UC Blue Ash
Overview
The Associate of Science in Early Care and Education Degree program prepares students to work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their families in early care and education settings. During the first five years of life, the brain is undergoing rapid development, children are forming attachments, and foundational skills in all developmental domains are developed. Students will develop the knowledge and skills to work effectively with young children and their families during this critical period.
Potential career paths
- Head Start Teacher
- Child Care Center Director
- Infant/Toddler Specialist
- Family Childcare Provider
- Early Childhood Program Administrator
- Paraprofessional
Learn more about Early Care and Education and what you can do with your major after graduation.
Due to a recent switch to a General Education elective structure, some printed materials may contain outdated course suggestions. Please work with your advisor to ensure you are enrolling in the correct courses.
Coursework
| UC course | Course # | Credits | Meets high school requirement* |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Composition | ENGL 1001 | 3 | English |
| GE: Math, Stats, Logic^ | - | 3 | Math |
| Educational Psychology | EDST 1002 | 3 | - |
| Foundations in Early Childhood Education | ECE 1001 | 3 | - |
| Health, Safety, and Nutrition | ECE 1020 | 3 | - |
| Total possible credits | 15 | ||
| UC course | Course # | Credits | Meets high school requirement* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Exceptionalities | SPED 1001 | 3 | - |
| Educational Technology | CI 1001 | 3 | - |
| Introductory Child Development | ECE 2000 | 3 | - |
| Classroom Organization and Guidance | ECE 2010 | 3 | - |
| GE: Natural Sciences | - | 3 | Science |
| Total possible credits | 15 |
* Credit applicability is at the discretion of your high school and cannot be determined by UC.
^ Your UC advisor will help you select courses that satisfy the GE (General Education) requirement.