Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Infant Toddler Career Studies Certificate

Career Studies Certificate
Paul D. Camp Community College

This program is designed as a start to the field. This program is designed to provide skills set by Virginia's Competencies for Early Childhood Professionals. These skills include health, safety and nutrition, child growth and development, child observation and assessment, partnering with families and community, learning environment, effective dealings, program management, teacher qualifications and professional development program.

Outcomes

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Recognize the stages of early childhood development.
  2. Utilize the arts and other creative developmentally appropriate activities for young children.
  3. Use developmentally appropriate practices to plan activities to stimulate the logical thinking skills in children.
  4. Create positive ways to build self-esteem in children and to help them develop self-control.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
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Delivery Mode
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree This program is designed as an introduction to the field, and provides entry-level competencies that include safety and nutrition; understanding child growth and development; appropriate child observation and assessment; partnering with families and community; learning environment, effective interactions; program management; teacher qualifications; and professional development curriculum.
Program Requirement Notes
Program Requirement Notes

The Code of Virginia restricts who may legally provide child care in Virginia. Most agencies require a criminal background check through the Virginia State Police Department and a child abuse or neglect check through the Virginia Department of Social Services before employment involving contact with young children. In addition, some child care facilities and schools may require proof of specific vaccinations and health related tests for students to complete their supervised workplace experiences.
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 Paul D. Camp Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
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
Infant Toddler Career Studies Certificate
16
Career Studies Certificate in Infant Toddler (221-636-05)
16
Infant Toddler Career Studies Certificate (221-636-05)
16
Infant Toddler Career Studies Certificate
16
CHD 120 - Intro to Early CH Ed
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 1
CHD 166 - Infant & Toddler Pro
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 1
EDU 235 or HLT 135 Hlth, Saf
3
Earn 3 credits: Complete the following
Earn 3 credits: Use the following rules
Complete the following
Use the following rules
This requires a minimum GPA of 1
OR
This requires a minimum GPA of 1
AND
Complete courses from the following Course list:
CHD 164-Wk Inf/Todd Incl Set
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 1
CHD 165 - Observ & Particip
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 1
SDV 100 - College Success Sk
1
Earn 1 credits: Complete the following
Earn 1 credits: Use the following rules
Complete the following
Use the following rules
This requires a minimum GPA of 1
OR
This requires a minimum GPA of 1
AND
Complete courses from the following Course list:
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 Completion of the general education credential or a transfer-oriented associate degree program will guarantee completion of Camp’s general education component of Camp’s curriculum but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites needed for the program.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Students earning an associate degree while in high school may not be eligible for guaranteed admission programs at four-year institutions. Students planning to transfer should review the guaranteed admissions requirements at the college to which they want to be admitted.
Credit for Prior Learning

Camp follows the VCCS Waiver of Requirements policy when determining whether any course or program requirements can be waived when previous educational studies, training programs, or work experience may entitle students to an adjustment in required courses in a particular curriculum.

Students who believe that previous educational studies, training programs, or work experience may entitle them to an adjustment in the required courses in a particular curriculum should contact the Dean or their Program Advisor to determine procedures before registering for classes.

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: Paul D. Camp Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
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Transfer Admission Application
Transfer Students - Apply Here
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Number of Transfer Students
180
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Camp enrolls over 900 curricular students, with an average class size of 10 students, a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.
Transfer Student Catalog Year
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year is determined by the Catalog in effect when a student enters the college, or any in a subsequent Catalog chosen. A student must follow program or major requirements in effect at the time a program or major is declared or at the time a program or major is changed. If a student’s progress toward a degree is interrupted for four or more consecutive semesters (excluding Summer), the curricular requirements of the Catalog in effect when re-entering the college must be followed.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Most degree and certificate programs are open to all students. Some programs in nursing and allied health have competitive entry and require a separate application.
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, Online
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Early Childhood EducationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Eastern Shore Community CollegeEarly Childhood Education, AASAssociateAssociate in Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood DevelopAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, 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 CollegeEarly Childhood Development, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood DevelopAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Early Childhood DevelopmentAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Early Childhood DevelopmentAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
25-9021.00Farm and Home Management EducatorsInstruct and advise individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural-related processes, or home management activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to advance agricultural and home management activities. May develop educational outreach programs. May instruct on either agricultural issues such as agricultural processes and techniques, pest management, and food safety, or on home management issues such as budgeting, nutrition, and child development.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
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 16 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Infant Toddler Career Studies Certificate at Paul D. Camp Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 1 semesters or 0.5 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 $163 Per Credit $2,608 $0 $2,608 Includes Virginia Residents, Dual Enrollment, Military residing in-state, and Contract enrollment in-state.
Fees
Student Activity and Auxiliary Fees $4 Per Credit $64 0 $64
Student Activity, Auxiliary and Capital Fee $30 Per Credit $480 0 $480
*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.