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Infant/Toddler Care Certificate
Total Program Credits: 22
The Infant/Toddler certificate program is designed for students wishing to prepare for entry-level positions in infant-care centers. The program’s emphasis is on infant/toddler development and creating appropriate environments and programs. A supervised, practical experience in an infant center will be an important component of the program.
Field experiences are requirements in all ECE classes, progressing from basic observations to a supervised observation/participation class, in program-approved and licensed Early Childhood programs. Experiences include working with children and families, curriculum development, team-teaching responsibilities, classroom management and guidance techniques.
The Triton College Infant/Toddler Care Certificate leads to a level 4 Gateways Illinois Infant/Toddler Credential upon completion of the following courses and an associate in applied science degree in Early Childhood Education.
Stackable Certificate:
Early Childhood Advanced Career Pathway Level II Certificate, Gateways to Opportunity Level II Credential
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Infant/Toddler Care Certificate, the graduate will be able to:
- Recognize Developmentally Appropriate Practice for infants and toddlers in all aspects of curriculum and instruction
- Describe the developmental characteristics and needs of children birth through age eight with an emphasis on infant and toddler development.
- Utilize observation, documentation, and assessment to inform their practices with young children.
- Establish respectful and reciprocal relationship with children and their families.
- Create classroom environments that promote respect and acceptance for human diversity.
- Recognize professional practices that are aligned with NAEYC Professional Standards and Code of Ethical Conduct.
(Reviewed Fall 2023)
Placement Measures
Program Map for Students
| ECE 110 ◊ Early Child Development | Core Course | 3 |
| ECE 111 ◊ Introduction to Early Childhood Education | Core Course | 3 |
| ECE 115 ◊ Infant Toddler Development | Core Course | 3 |
| ECE 153 ◊ Guiding Children and Managing the Classroom | Core Course | 1 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 10 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore stackable certificate(s)/degree(s) |
| ECE 118 ◊ # Health, Nutrition & Safety | Core Course | 3 |
| ECE 122 ◊ # Infant/Toddler Care and Curriculum | Core Course | 3 |
| ECE 142 ◊ # Students With Disabilities in School | Core Course | 3 |
| ECE 146 ◊ Child, Family & Community | Core Course | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 12 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your academic plan for graduation and register for stackable certificate/degree (option).
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabus.) |
Note: A minimum grade of "C" is required as a prerequisite for each ECE course in all ECE programs.
See ECE course descriptions.
Chairperson: Angela Staunton, Ext. 3257, email: angelastaunton@triton.edu
KEY
(AAS/CERT) |
| General Education |
Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements). |
| Core Course |
Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take. |
| Program Elective |
Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. |
If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution. |
| General Elective |
Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits. |
| ◊ symbol |
This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course) |
| # symbol |
This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course) |