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2026-2027 Catalog

Early Childhood Education Certificate


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Length: 31 credits

Purpose: This program is designed to improve the quality of education provided in early childhood programs. Courses and content covered are based on Virginia’s Core Competencies for Early Childhood Professionals and NAEYC’s Standards for Initial Early Childhood Professional Preparation. Graduates of the program will be qualified to serve as a director/administrator or a lead teacher in a licensed child care center, early learning center, or family day home in the state of Virginia.

General Education Requirements


Total Credits: 6


Total Credits: 25


Minimum Required for Certificate: 31 Credits


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