Leadership in Early Education and Care Certificate

Program Code:

EEC

Degree:

Certificate

This program may be completed at QCC Worcester (Main Campus).
Many courses are offered at QCC Southbridge.
This program may be completed face-to-face.
This program may be completed 50% or more online.

Program Contact Email:

earlychildhood@qcc.mass.edu

Additional Information

Goals

Program Goals:

The Leadership in Early Education and Care Certificate provides students who are already working in early childhood centers as directors, supervisors, or aspiring to a leadership role with the skills required for creating and sustaining healthy working relationships leading to quality programs for young children and their families.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of child and adult development, personality typologies, dispositions and learning styles as they relate to self and others.
Demonstrate communication skills supportive of collaboration in a school setting and with families.
Document reflective thinking necessary for self-growth and professional development.
Demonstrate ability to advocate on behalf of young children, their families and the early childhood community.
Reflect critically on early childhood educational leadership competencies.
Demonstrate ethical leadership skills in early childhood education settings.
Engage in continuous, collaborative learning to inform practice.
Value ethical standards and professional guidelines.
Identify and utilize professional resources.
Demonstrate ability to write and speak effectively.
Demonstrate knowledge and appreciation of diverse cultures.

Classes

Curriculum:

Course Title	Course #	Semester Offered	Credits	Prerequisites
Semester 1 Apply and get accepted to this program (Program Code: EEC). Register for and successfully complete all courses to graduate in two semesters.
Supervision, Coaching and Mentoring in Early Childhood Settings	ECE 238	F/S	3	ENG 101
Administration in Early Education and Care	ECE 243	F/S/SU	3	ECE 102 or PSY 123
		Total	6
Semester 2 Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
Communication for Collaboration	ECE 244	F/S	3	ECE 102 or PSY 123
Advocacy and Ethics for Social Justice in Early Care and Education	ECE 245	F/S	3	ECE 102 or PSY 123
Seminar and Field Experience: Leadership in Early Education and Care	ECE 246	F/S	3	ECE 102 or PSY 123
		Total	9
Total Credits Required:			15

Elective Information

Cost & Requirements

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.
Students must have an associate degree to complete this certificate.
Students must supply verification of employment within the Early Education field.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Students enrolled in this program may be able to earn academic credit for prior learning. Please contact Career Services & Credit for Prior Learning (Room 272A) at careerservices [at] qcc.mass.edu or 508.854.4439.

CORI, SORI, Finger Printing & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI), Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI), and Department of Children & Families (DCF) checks are required.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Additional Information:

Students must pass all ECE courses with a grade of "C" or higher.
Students cannot take any ECE course more than twice.

Career

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information.

Gainful Employment:

See the Gainful Employment Section for more information.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education program prepares you for responsible positions in the field of early care and education or for careers in other child-related areas. As a graduate, you will be qualified for career opportunities in Early Education and cares as a lead teacher and, depending upon experience, as an assistant director or a director. During the course of study, you will develop professional competencies and knowledge of the philosophy of early childhood education through exposure to theory and practice. Practical experience will be provided through weekly off-campus field placements and at the Children’s School in the Quinsigamond’s Child Study Center. You will gain a basic knowledge of the growth and development of young children, and an understanding of their learning processes in carefully planned environments.

Early Childhood Education Program Coordinator: Charlene Mara, 508.854.4447, cmara [at] qcc.mass.edu

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Contact QCC Admissions at 508.854.4262 for more information.

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