The Infant/Toddler Certificate program in Early Childhood Education provides
you with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills training necessary
for the care of infants and toddlers in family day care homes or child care
centers. Courses required for the Certificate meet the day-care staff
requirements of the Massachusetts Department of Early Education Care. Field
observation at an approved off site early education and care Infant and Toddler
program are intended to provide you with practical experience in the care of
infants and toddlers.
To qualify for admission to this program you must be a high school graduate (or
equivalent) and have completed three years of high school or college level
English with a grade of “C” or better. You can apply many of the credits earned
in the Certificate program to the Associate Degree program in Early Childhood
Education at Quinsigamond.
Courses
Orientation to Early Childhood Education
Growth & Development of the Young Child
Health, Safety, & Nutrition in Programs for Young Children
Family Issues & Dynamics
Fieldwork with Infants & Toddlers (Observation and Experience)
Infant & Toddler Curriculum and Development
Introduction to English Composition or Higher
Elective
