Associates of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education

Degree Type
Associate of Applied Science
Award Name
Associates of Applied Science Degree IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Award Code
M_CER_ITGL
Financial Aid Eligibility
Program approved for financial aid
Program Description

The Associate of Applied Science degree is for those who are preparing for entry-level employment in a career-oriented program of study or who are upgrading skills in a specific occupation. This degree is not intended for transfer; however, courses are considered for transfer on an individual basis by the receiving college or university.

This program prepares you to work as a professional in a variety of capacities in early childhood education. Completing this program prepares you for teaching and/or administrative positions in early care and education settings.  Completing this coursework in the suggested schedule also leads to fulfilling the requirements of all 4 ECE Certificates with additional content information in Early Childhood and other content to assist you in being an effective Early Childhood leader. 

Certificate Prerequisites

PROGRAM PREREQUISITE:  Each student is required to complete and pass a criminal background check.

See Early Childhood Education Background Check Policy

Other Requirements
  • Minimum grade of "C" for each course
  • Minimum cumulative MCC GPA of 2.0 to graduate
  • Remedial/Developmental level courses do not apply.
  • 25% of the credits in this program must be taken at MCC
Total Credits
56-61