Childcare Certificate

This certificate program prepares students for the work in the childcare industry and early education environment. The courses are also excellent preparation for continued study in education and child development.

Total credits: 24

Required Courses

BIO-1030 Introduction to Nutrition
COM-1015 Communication in Early Childhood Education Workplace
COM-1020 Interpersonal & Small Group Communication
EDU-1030 Introduction to Early Childhood Education or
   EDU-2010 Foundations of Education
EDU-2110 Introduction to Exceptional Populations
PSY-2010 Child Development or
   PSY-2020 Infant & Toddler Development or
    PSY-2025 Development of the Young Child: Ages 3 to 8
EDU-2075 Literature for Children
EDU, PSY or SOC elective* (3 cr)
EDU, PSY or SOC elective* (3 cr)

*Choose courses based on the five areas of professional competency for early childhood educators in Vermont including: Child Development, Family & Community, Teaching & Learning, Health & Safety, and Professionalism/Program Organizations.

All courses are 3 credits unless specified.