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Associate of Applied Science
Virginia Western Community College
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Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Development
Associate of Applied ScienceAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Development
Virginia Western Community College
The Early Childhood program prepares students for the following roles in early childhood education: program director, assistant director, teacher, assistant teacher, or teacher's aids in programs for young children. Students who complete the AAS degree are also eligible for transfer into select teacher education programs at 4-year schools designed for licensure pre-k-3rd grade.
Program Credit Requirements
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio,
the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences
you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will
transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Development
63
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Development
63
EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT
63
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Up to 47 credits may be transferred in to this program. A GPA of 2.0 or greater is required for graduation.
SDV 101 - Orientation to Public Service
2
SDV 101 - Public Service
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 111/112 RQ
6
ENG 111/112 RQ
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CHD 120 or EQUIVALENT
3
CHD120 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CHD 145 or EQUIVALENT
3
CHD145 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CHD 118
3
CHD118 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HLT 135 or EQUIVALENT
3
HLT135 or EDU 235 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CHD 146
3
CHD146 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CHD 205
3
CHD205 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CHD 165 or EQUIVALENT
3
CHD165 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CHD 210
3
CHD210 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CHD 270
3
CHD270 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PSY 230
3
PSY230 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 154 QUANT REASON
3
MTH 154 QUANT REASON
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CHD 216
3
CHD216 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CHD 265
3
CHD 265
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CHD 166
3
CHD166 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENGLISH LITERATURE ELECTIVE
3
English Literature ELE 3
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
EDU 200
3
EDU200 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIS 121 or EDU 206
6
HIS 121 or EDU 206
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
HIS 121 or EDU 206
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 101
4
BIO 101 RQ
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Program Overview & Guidance
Delivery Mode
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Delivery Mode
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Considerations for Selecting Degree | To be eligible for placement in CHD 165/CHD 265* students must: Submit to and have no findings for The State of Virginia Criminal History & Sex Offenders Records Check (SP-167) and the Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry. Students must also sign and complete the Sworn Statement or Affirmation for Child Day Programs, submit documentation of a negative TB screening, and each student is responsible for any fees or costs associated with background checks. Students are responsible for transportation to and from field sites used for laboratory experiences. Inability to complete the above or contrary results will disqualify the student from completing the course and the program. Depending on the field placement site, the student may be responsible for additional fees of up to $75 for background check, TB testing, and drug screening. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
To be eligible for placement in CHD 165/CHD 265* students must submit to and have no findings for The State of Virginia Criminal History & Sex Offenders Records Check (SP-167) and Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry. Students must also sign and complete the Sworn Statement or Affirmation for Child Day Programs. Students must submit documentation of a negative TB screening. Each student is responsible for any fees or costs associated with background checks. Students are responsible for transportation to and from field sites used for laboratory experiences. Inability to complete the above or contrary results will disqualify the student from completing the course and the program. AAS degrees prepare students for direct employment upon completion of the degree. However, many programs may also transfer to four-year institutions. Students interested in transferring should verify program requirements with specific four-year institutions.
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
| Doing More With Your Degree | Did you know that 90% of brain development happens before age 5? Is your goal to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families? Ensure a good start in life? Do you want to work with or teach young children aged birth to 8? The Early Childhood Programs at Virginia Western Community College will qualify you for the following roles in early childhood education: program director, assistant director, teacher, assistant teacher, or teacher's aids in programs for young children. Students who complete the AAS degree are also eligible for transfer into select teacher education programs at 4-year schools designed for licensure pre-k-3rd grade. Begin your journey today to a career that will make a difference for today's children and families. |
| Program Successes & Highlights |
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School |
| Credit for Prior Learning | Yes |
| Did You Know That... |
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College Level Information
Number of Transfer Students
519
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Is This College Right For Me? | Virginia Western Community College's service region includes the cities of Roanoke and Salem, along with Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. Virginia Western was the first college established in the VCCS, in 1966, and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of more than 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400 enrollments in fast-track career training and continuing education courses. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | https://www.virginiawestern.edu/transfer/transfer-agreements/ |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Development | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Development | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Development | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Development | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Eastern Shore Community College | Early Childhood Education | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Early Childhood Development Associate of Applied Science Degree | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Early Childhood Development, A.A.S. | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Theatre Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in Art | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Pre-Teacher Preparation Elementary (PreK-6) Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Development | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Teacher Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Teacher Education - Secondary Mathematics Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Arts Degree in Secondary Teacher Education (English/History) | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Social Science/Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Science - General Studies (Teacher Preparation PreK-8) | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts & Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Eastern Shore Community College | Liberal Arts, Education Specialization: Teacher Preparation (PreK-8) | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Education Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | K-8 Education Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Social Sciences: Teacher Education Specialization, A.S. | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Math Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Develop | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| New River Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences in Education | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25-1081.00 | Education Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 25-2031.00 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 25-2022.00 | Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 25-2021.00 | Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | Teach academic and social skills to students at the elementary school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 25-2012.00 | Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | Teach academic and social skills to kindergarten students. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 25-2011.00 | Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | Instruct preschool-aged students, following curricula or lesson plans, in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 25-9042.00 | Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education | Assist a preschool, elementary, middle, or secondary school teacher with instructional duties. Serve in a position for which a teacher has primary responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 25-9043.00 | Teaching Assistants, Special Education | Assist a preschool, elementary, middle, or secondary school teacher to provide academic, social, or life skills to students who have learning, emotional, or physical disabilities. Serve in a position for which a teacher has primary responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |