Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education
Program advisor: April Grace
Program Description
Students gain an understanding of the cognitive, physical, and social / emotional development of children from birth through age five. Topics of discussion include growth and development, health, safety, curriculum planning, assessment and family involvement.
Available Credentials
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
| Area | Hours to Complete | Curriculum Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education | 66-67 | Download (RTF) |
Certificate
| Area | Hours to Complete | Curriculum Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Child Care Assistant | 9 | Download (All Certificates) (RTF) |
| Early Childhood Administrator | 12 | |
| Kentucky Child Care Provider | 3 |
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities for persons with a CDA credential or an AAS degree are available in public and private preschools, Early Start, Head Start, early intervention programs and corporate sponsored child care facilities.
Admission Requirements:
The following should be submitted to the Office of Admissions for admission to this program:
- Application for admission
(263 K) - High School transcript or GED
- ACT, COMPASS, or ASSET scores
- Transcripts of all previous college work
- Age verification (must be 16 years of age)
IECE Scholarship
The Early Childhood Development Scholarship is available for students who meet certain eligibility requirements. This scholarship is a non-repayable tuition scholarship, and is only available to students in the Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education program.
Length of Program
The program can be completed in two years provided the student takes 15-18 hours per semester. General education classes should be taken along with curriculum classes.