The Technical Certificate of Credit is a specialized program of training and instruction in theory, methods, and practices for infant and toddler teachers and family child care providers. Competencies for the courses are aligned with the Technical College System of Georgia standards. These competencies serve as a bridge to the Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma and Associate Degree options.

 

Prospective students must:


  • Be at least 16 years old
  • Have a high school diploma or GED
  • Meet minimum program admission requirements on the Asset or Compass placement tests or take required developmental courses.
  • Pass a Criminal Background Check for their employer/volunteer site
  • Te be employed as a child care provider or teacher, candidate must be at least 18 years of age
  • To be employed as a Center Director or Family Home Child Care Provider, the candidate must be at least 21 years of age 
The associate degree, diploma and most TCC's require the student to work in the classrooms with children.  A criminal background check that indicates an individual has certain felony convictions and/or misdemeanors may prohibit completers from being employed or volunteering in licensed child care facilities or in schools.  Students must follow their placement site's requirements for background checks.

Program Courses
Course Number
 Course Name
 Hours
ECCE1101
 Introduction to Early Childhood Care and Education
 3
ECCE1103
 Child Growth and Development
 3
ECCE1105
 Health, Safety, and Nutrition
 3
ECCE2330
 Infant/Toddler Development
 3
ECCE2332 Infant/Toddler Group Care and Curriculum
 3




Total Credit Hours
 15

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