Child Development: Pre-school Education, Associate in Applied Science
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The Associate in Applied Science degree program in Child Development: Pre-school Education provides child development theory and skills for the student who intends to work immediately in a pre-school program as a teacher or teacher assistant in public and private preschools, child care centers, or nursery schools as well as prepare students to work as teacher aides and activities supervisors.
Related Degrees and Certificates
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Coursework | ||
| ENGLISH 101 | Composition | 3 |
| Additional General Education Courses 1,2 | 12 | |
| Required Program Core | ||
| CHLD DV 101 | Human Growth & Development I 2 | 4 |
| CHLD DV 107 | Health Safety And Nutrition 2 | 3 |
| CHLD DV 109 | Language & Literacy Development in Early Childhood 2 | 3 |
| CHLD DV 120 | Intro To Early Childhood Education Group Care 2 | 3 |
| CHLD DV 143 | Science & Math for Young Children 2 | 3 |
| CHLD DV 149 | Creative Activities For Young Children 2 | 3 |
| CHLD DV 201 | Observation, Assessment, & Documentation to Support Young Children & Families 2 | 3 |
| CHLD DV 258 | Principles & Practices of Pre-School Education 2 | 4 |
| CHLD DV 262 | Child, Family & Community Relations (HD) 2 | 3 |
| Required Work-Based Learning Courses | ||
| CHLD DV 259 | Practicum In Pre-School 2 | 6 |
| Program Electives | ||
| Select a minimum of 12 credit hours of the following along with others as recommended by a College Advisor: | 12 | |
| Human Growth & Development II | ||
| Methods & Materials for Infant Toddler Care 2,3 | ||
| Development of Exceptional Child | ||
| Principles & Practice of Infant & Toddler Care 2,3 | ||
| Introduction to Computer Applications | ||
| Total Hours | 62 | |
- 1
Select an additional 12 hours of general education courses from Communications, Fine Arts & Humanities, Mathematics, Social and Behavioral Sciences, or Physical Sciences and Life Sciences.
- 2
Requires completion of clinical experience/observation hours
- 3
Select these electives to earn the Gateways to Opportunity Infant Toddler Credential
Pathway
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Pre-School Education. This does not represent a contract or guarantee course availability. If this five-semester pathway is followed as outlined, students will earn a Basic Certificate (BC), an Advanced Certificate (AC), and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Child Development: Pre-School Education. This pathway is a great option for students intending to go to work in an Early Childhood setting, or looking to pursue a bachelor’s degree program or a teacher certification bachelor degree program in Early Childhood Education. Please see your advisor for more specific information.
Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| CHLD DV 107 | Health Safety And Nutrition | 3 |
| CHLD DV 120 | Intro To Early Childhood Education Group Care | 3 |
| ENGLISH 101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Select one Mathematics or Physical Sciences or Life Sciences course 1,2 | 3 | |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| CHLD DV 101 | Human Growth & Development I | 4 |
| CHLD DV 149 | Creative Activities For Young Children | 3 |
| CHLD DV 262 | Child, Family & Community Relations | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Cultural Anthropology (HD) 1 | ||
Social and Behavioral Sciences course (HD) 1 | ||
| Hours | 13 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| CHLD DV 109 | Language & Literacy Development in Early Childhood | 3 |
| CHLD DV 143 | Science & Math for Young Children | 3 |
| CHLD DV 201 | Observation, Assessment, & Documentation to Support Young Children & Families | 3 |
| LIT 130 | Children's Literature 1 | 3 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| CHLD DV 258 | Principles & Practices of Pre-School Education | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Human Growth & Development II 3 | ||
| Math For Elementary Teachers II 3 | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Methods & Materials for Infant Toddler Care 3 | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| General Psychology 1 | ||
| The National Government 1 | ||
| History of American People To 1865 1 | ||
| History of American People From 1865 1 | ||
General Education course 1 | ||
| Hours | 13-14 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| CHLD DV 259 | Practicum In Pre-School | 6 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Development of Exceptional Child 3 | ||
Elective course 3 | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Principles & Practice of Infant & Toddler Care 3 | ||
| Hours | 12-13 | |
| Total Hours | 62-64 | |
- 1
General Education Requirement
- 2
MATH 121 Math For Elementary Teachers I is recommended.
- 3
Program Elective
The courses listed below in the Child Development and Computer Information Systems disciplines are recommended for elective credit in addition to other courses recommended by a College Advisor:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CHLD DV 102 | Human Growth & Development II | 3 |
| CHLD DV 142 | Methods & Materials for Infant Toddler Care | 3 |
| CHLD DV 205 | Development of Exceptional Child | 3 |
| CHLD DV 248 | Principles & Practice of Infant & Toddler Care | 4 |
| CIS 120 | Introduction to Computer Applications | 3 |
Choose your courses with your College Advisor.
Careers
This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.
Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
Job Description
Instruct preschool-aged students, following curricula or lesson plans, in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $24,250 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $33,010 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $57,267 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $12 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $16 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $28 |
Annual Job Openings
1156 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 28.75% |
| A certificate | 10.34% |
| Some college | 12.17% |
| An Associate degree | 11.55% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 25.14% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 12.04% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
37.18% continue their education beyond an associate degree
Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education
Job Description
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.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $21,190 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $31,426 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $46,860 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $10 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $15 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $23 |
Annual Job Openings
2209 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 22.08% |
| A certificate | 30.84% |
| Some college | 23.39% |
| An Associate degree | 18.65% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 0.00% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 5.05% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
5.05% continue their education beyond an associate degree
Childcare Workers
Job Description
Attend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $14,652 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $23,989 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $47,448 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $7 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $12 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $23 |
Annual Job Openings
3254 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 52.82% |
| A certificate | 5.59% |
| Some college | 10.17% |
| An Associate degree | 22.71% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 8.71% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
8.71% continue their education beyond an associate degree