Child and Family Studies, Associate of Applied Science
Students who successfully complete an Associate of Applied Science in Child and Family Studies will be able to:
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Plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate curriculum.
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Create developmentally appropriate learning environments.
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Meet the needs of children by implementing positive guidance strategies.
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Interpret child assessments, observations and documentation to create developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children.
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Function effectively as a team member in an early education setting.
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Analyze collaborative parent partnership strategies.
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graduation requirements for the Associate of Applied Science degree.
Related Instruction Requirements
Communication
Computation
Human Relations
HDFS 201 | Contemporary Families in The U.S. | 3 |
Program Requirements
Required Courses
COMM 218 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
ED 101 | Observation and Guidance | 4 |
ED 102 | Education Practicum | 4 |
ED 103 | Extended Education Practicum | 4 |
ED 110 | Principles Of Observation | 3 |
ED 125 | Job Search Skills | 1 |
ED 131 | Positive Guidance: Young Child | 3 |
ED 152 | Creativity & the Arts | 3 |
ED 163 | Infant Toddler Development and Group Care | 3 |
ED 179 | Literacy, Science & Math | 3 |
ED 219 | Civil Rights and Multicultural Issues in Education | 3 |
ED 222 | Constructive Discipline | 3 |
ED 282 | Working w/Child w/Special Need | 3 |
ENG 221 | Children's Literature | 3 |
HDFS 225 | Infant and Child Development | 4 |
HDFS 233 | Prof Foundations: Early Child | 3 |
HDFS 248 | Learning Experiences/Children | 3 |
HDFS 261 | Working with Individuals and Families | 3 |
HDFS 280 | CWE CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT | 1 TO 12 |
PE 231 | Lifetime Health & Fitness | 3 |
TA 240 | Creative Drama For Classroom | 3 |
| Electives | 13 |
Students need to take a minimum of 2 credits of HDFS 280 Cooperative Work Experience (CWE).
Students are advised to speak with a faculty advisor about approved elective coursework.
Total Credit Hours: 90