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What is Early Childhood Education?
The Early Childhood Education minor is designed for individuals seeking to supplement non-education degrees with courses that may be applied towards DHHS credentialing in early childhood. Courses in this minor model curriculum standards set forth by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Why study Early Childhood Education at UNH COllege of Professional Studies?
This program provides a foundation for working with young children in childcare or early school experiences.
Curriculum & Requirements
All minor courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C-, and a 2.0 grade point average must be maintained in courses for the minor. Two courses must be at the upper level (600 or 700). Only 8 credits may overlap between major and minor.
Minor Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDC 501 | Foundations of Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| EDC 601 | Positive Behavior Guidance in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| EDC 506 | Young Children with Exceptionalities in Early Childhood Settings | 4 |
| EDC 712 | Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| PSY 470 | Child Development | 4 |
| Total Credits | 20 | |