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Child Development Early Intervention Specializations

Program Overview

 

Child Development Early Intervention Specializations, C.C.C (CDEI-CER) 36 credits

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The Child Development Early Intervention certificate is designed to help students obtain their DCF Tier 3 Credential. This program focuses on working with children who require more intensive early intervention than their peers. Students in this program will learn about effective observation and assessment tools, collaborate with parents, and have numerous opportunities to observe and participate in classroom settings. As inclusive classrooms become increasingly common, it is essential for students to understand how to support children with diverse abilities to meet their needs. Additionally, students will be eligible for the DCF Staff Credential as part of the program.

 

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Admission Requirements

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  • Submit High School transcript(s) to Office of Enrollment Services
  • Submit College transcript(s) for any institutions previously attended

Testing Requirements

Students must demonstrate competence in reading, math, or language through placement examination or by passing the appropriate reading, math or language courses, if not exempt by state board of education rule 6A-10.0315. A student who does not achieve minimum scores will be required to take developmental educations classes in English, math, reading, and SLS 1501 the College Experience.

Location

Florida Gateway College Online

Hours

Classes are conducted entirely online.

Costs

  • Tuition: $3,719.52 (additional $360.00 for online fees)
  • Lab Fees: $80
  • Books: $934.25

         Total: $5,093.77

 

Child Development Early Intervention Specializations

100% online

courses

3 semesters

to earn certificate

100% success

job placement with continued education

Guided Pathway

Review the guided degree pathway where you will find a detailed plan for your courses and other requirements each semester that prepare you for graduation and your transfer goals.

Child Development Early Intervention Specializations, College Credit Certificate (C.C.C.)

Early Childhood

What our graduates are doing now!

Graduates of this program have a variety of career position opportunities, including becoming a Child Care Teacher and Teacher Assistant.

STARTING SALARIES

Salaries begin at $26,640 per year or $11.71 per hour.

 

  • This program may be started during any semester.
  • This program offers students:
    • Experiential learning opportunities
    • Highly qualified professors

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The Cost of Attendance (COA) is not a bill that you will receive from Florida Gateway College. It is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Florida Gateway College for one academic year including tuition, books, course materials, living expenses, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses. Tuition and fees in the cost of attendance are calculated for credit hour programs, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters. Actual tuition and fees may vary by program. For a better understanding of your chosen program’s tuition and fees, see program costs above.
Cost of Attendance

  • ENC 1101 3 credits
    • Lunsford, A., Brody, M., Ede, L., Moss, B., Papper, C. C., & Walters, K. (2020). Everyone’s an author with readings (3rd ed.). New York: W. W. Norton & Company.
  • SPC 2608 3 credits
    • Floyd, K. (2019). Public speaking matters (2nd ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill Higher Education.
  • CHD 1220 3 credits
    • No textbook required
  • CHD 1339 3 credits
    • Carlson, F.M. (2011). Big Body Play: Why boisterous, vigorous, and very physical play is essential to children’s development and learning. Washington, D.C.: NAEYC.
    • Cross, A. (2010). Come and Play: Sensory-integration strategies for children with play challenges. St. Paul, MN: Redleaf Press.
  • EEC 1001 3 credits
    • Copple, C., Bredekamp, S., & Gonzalez-Mena, J. (2011). Basics of developmentally appropriate practice: An introduction for teachers of infants & toddlers. Washington, D.C.: NAEYC.
    • Copple, C. & Bredekamp, S. (2006). Basics of developmentally appropriate practice: An introduction for teachers of children 3 to 6. Washington, D.C.: NAEYC.
    • Copple, C. & Bredekamp, S. (Eds.). (2009). Developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood programs: Serving children from birth through age 8 (3rd ed.). Washington, D.C.: NAEYC. 
  • EEC 1309 3 credits
    • Beloglovsky, M. & Daly, L. (2015). Early learning theories made visible. St. Paul, MN: Redleaf Press. Epstein, A. S. (2014). The intentional teacher: Choosing the best strategies for young children’s learning (2nd ed.). Washington, D.C.: NAEYC. 
  • EEC 1601 3 credits
    • McAffee, O., Leong, D. J., & Bodrova, E. (2016). Assessing and guiding young children’s development and learning (6th ed.). New Jersey: Pearson.
  • EEC 1941 3 credits
    • No Book
  • EEC 2300 3 credits
    • Gronlund, G. (2014). Making early learning standards come alive 2nd ed.). St. Paul, MN: Red Leaf Press.  
  • EEC 2401 3 credits
    • Couchenour, D. & Chrisman, K. (2014). Families, schools, and communities: Together for young children (5th ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.
  • EEC 2949 3 credits
    • No Book
  • EEX 2013 3 credits
    • Howard, V.F., Williams, B.F., Miller, D. and Aiden, E. (2014). Very young children with special needs (5th ed.). New Jersey: Pearson.
  • HUN 2410 3 credits
    • Aronson, S. S. (2012). Healthy young children: A manual for programs (5th ed.). Washington, D.C.: NAEYC.

  • Students will present information about the importance of play to early childhood development.
  • Students will analyze assessment data to create a plan to communicate with parents and a plan of action to help support child’s needs.
  • Students will create a newsletter reflecting their personal beliefs on various aspects of the early childhood classroom.
  • Students will write a reflection about the internship experience.
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