Major: Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education at Danville Community College


The Associate of Applied Science in Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education is part of the Child Care Provider/Assistant program at Danville Community College

The Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education prepares students to work with children from birth to age 8 using developmentally appropriate practices documented by Virginia Competencies for Early Childhood Professionals. Coursework includes child education, behavior management, methods of teaching children, general education and electives. Instruction will include both theoretical concepts and practical applications needed to provide high-quality services for children. This program is designed primarily to prepare graduates for immediate employment after graduation. However, several adjustments in program schedules are available to enable a student to prepare for transfer to a baccalaureate degree program in Early Childhood Education.

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VCCS Plan Code:636
CIP Code:19.0709

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