The Early Childhood Development major is for those desiring to work in various human service settings to meet the emotional and relational needs of children in the early stages of life. It emphasizes the family as the primary institution for raising Godly people, and focuses on providing the young child with a healthy, Christian environment.
Possible employment opportunities include:
- Day Care Center worker
- DHS child care facility operator
Please Note: This is not considered an education degree, but rather a human services degree, which will prepare the student to work in social settings (rather than public school settings).
CORE CURRICULUM:
Academic Research & Writing
Adult Learning & Development
Culturally Competent Human Service Prac.
Introduction to Counseling
Child and Adolescent Psychology
Principles of Biblical Interpretation
Family Violence
Wisdom Literature
Psychology of Learning
Intro to Early Childhood Care and Education
Romans
Research Methods and Statistics
Early Childhood Methods and Materials
Early Childhood Curriculum Development
Case Management & Professional Reports
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Students may earn college credit for college-level prior learning
experience through the completion and evaluation of a prior learning portfolio. These credits apply toward the student's
degree requirements through their electives.