Certificate of Specialization (COS)
LCC ‘s State Short Early Childhood Education Certificate of Specialization-Infants and Toddlers program provides the coursework for students to achieve level 6 on the Career Lattice. Built with Common Courses and Common Core Competencies, this certificate will transfer in and transfer to other community colleges in a seamless manner. Employees achieving this certificate will assist their centers in the Early Achievers Rating system. Students entering the Early Childhood Education Program must show evidence of a current TB test and obtain a cleared Portable Background check through Washington State Dept of Early Learning MERIT System.
See: https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/early-learning-providers/background-checks
ECED& 105 | Intro to Early Childhood Education | 5 |
ECED& 107 | Health/Safety/Nutrition | 5 |
ECED& 120 | Practicum-Nurturing Relationships | 2 |
EDUC& 115 | Child Development | 5 |
ECED& 132 | Infants/Toddler Care | 3 |
Diversity and Distribution Lists are available in the Lower Columbia College Catalog located at lowercolumbia.edu/catalog.
Total credits required to earn this certificate: 20
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Consult an advisor if you have any questions.