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Advance your skills with this Early Childhood Education Fundamentals microcredential. This microcredential is designed for those who are working with or want to work with children from birth to 5 years of age. You will learn about the developmental needs of infants and toddlers and interconnections between history, theory, culture, research and practice in diverse educational settings. You will gain practical skills in designing developmentally appropriate programming and enhance teaching competencies in math and science. Importantly, you will have the opportunity to put your knowledge to work through fieldwork assignments at your current employer or at a setting arranged for you. Succession completion of this microcredential prepares all to continue their studies, prepares those new to the field for entry level positions, and provides those who hold the Teaching Assistant I designation to apply for Teaching Assistant II state certification.
This microcredential is stackableCredits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
High QualityAcademic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
StackableEach microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
In-demandMicrocredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
PortableCompletion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
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