Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Develop

Associate of Applied Science
Germanna Community College

This degree allows students to qualify for a career caring for young children. Courses within this program may be used to improve skills in childcare.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree The Certificate program in Early Childhood Development is designed to provide students with practical skills and theoretical knowledge related to the care, development and guidance of young children. The curriculum addresses the intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and creative growth of young children. Graduates will be prepared to seek employment involving the care and education of young children in settings such as Head Start, day care centers, nursery schools, family day care homes, and other specialized settings.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Germanna Community College within your first year
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses Students in this program should enroll in SDV 100, CHD 120, CHD 145, CHD 165, CHD 205, and EDU 235 their first semester. Observation and practicum experiences in an approved public-school setting are required. A Criminal Record Clearance/Sex Offender Registry check at the student's expense is required for placement and volunteering. Students will be expected to complete a tuberculosis test before placement.
Doing More With Your Degree Preschool teacher, Education Administrator Preschool, Head Start Teacher, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Paraeducator, Special Education Aide, Special Education Paraeducator, Family or Household Manager, Infant/Toddler Teacher, Nanny, Childcare Worker, Instructional Assistant, Childcare Director, Educational Site Coordinator, Parent Educator, Family Service Worker. Human Services Assistant, YMCA, Boys & Girls Club.
Program Successes & Highlights Scholarships: Are available specific to Early Childhood majors, including the Virginia Child Care Providers scholarship, and the Project Pathfinders Scholarship. Instructional Delivery: Most Early Childhood courses are offered virtually in the evenings (synchronously and asynchronously) to accommodate working professionals. Course highlights: Students in the degree program develop a professional teaching portfolio that is helpful in applying for teaching positions. Practicum: Practicum experiences provide opportunities for students to gain experience and network with employers who often hire current students or upon graduation. The Early Childhood program provides students with information about current job opportunities in the community.
Related Programs & Certifications
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Certificate in Career Studies- Early Childhood Education
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
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Certificate in Early Child Develop Assist
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Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. 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.

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.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Develop
62
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Develop
62
Early Childhood Dev AAS
62
Student Development (1 credit)
0
Early Childhood Dev - English: ENG 111/112; and ENG LIT (9cr)
0
Social Science Requirement: PSY 230; and HIS 121 or HIS 122
3
PSY 230
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIS 121 or HIS 122
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Lab Science: BIO 101 or BIO 106
4
Lab Science: BIO 101
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Early Childhood Development - Program Requirements
36
Early Childhood Dev Prog Req
36
Earn 36 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
MTH 154
3
Math Requirement: MTH 154
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EDU 235: Health, Safety and Nutrition
3
EDU 235
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Students who transfer with a completed Associate degree will be awarded SDV 100 and will have their transcript evaluated for other individual course transfer. Students who transfer with a completed Bachelor degree from a U.S. college or university will be awarded SDV 100, ENG 111 and ENG 112. The transcript will be evaluated for other individual course transfer.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Students earning an associate degree while in high school are not eligible for guaranteed admission programs. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree.
Credit for Prior Learning Yes; Germanna Credit for Prior Learning
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Germanna Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Admission Application
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Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
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Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
100
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Germanna offers classes at seven commuter locations and online to 13,000 students annually with an average class size of 26 students.
Transfer Student Catalog Year The catalog in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into a curriculum.
First Year Student Catalog Year The catalog in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into a curriculum.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Career and Transfer Center will assist students with GAA.
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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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
Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood DevelopmentAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Central Virginia Community CollegeAAS in Early Childhood DevelopmentAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Early Childhood EducationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Eastern Shore Community CollegeEarly Childhood Education, AASAssociateAssociate in Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Early Childhood DevelopmentAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood DevelopmentAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood DevelopmentAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeAmerican Sign Language to English Interpretation, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeEarly Childhood Development, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegePsychology, A.S.AssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Early Childhood DevelopmentAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Development DegreeAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Development DegreeAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Early Childhood DevelopmentAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Development DegreeAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
George Mason UniversityInclusive Early Childhood Education, BSEdBachelorBachelor of Science in Education4-YearHybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
39-9011.00Childcare WorkersAttend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.Personal Care and Service Occupations
39-9011.01NanniesCare for children in private households and provide support and expertise to parents in satisfying children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs. Duties may include meal planning and preparation, laundry and clothing care, organization of play activities and outings, discipline, intellectual stimulation, language activities, and transportation.Personal Care and Service Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 62 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Develop at Germanna Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $180 Per Credit $11,160 $0 $11,160 The In-state rate also applies to for active duty members, veterans and dependents stationed AND residing in Virginia. (170.95 tuition + 9.25 fees)
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.