Early Childhood Education Lead Preschool Teacher (ECE.PST.CA)

Program Outcomes

Program outcomes represent broad areas of knowledge and skills developed over the duration
of the program through a wide range of courses and experiences. These learning outcomes
represent what a student should be able to know, think, or do upon successful completion of
their program at Oakland Community College.

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the business aspect of early childhood education and care.
Student will demonstrate appropriate forms of verbal and nonverbal expression.
Students will demonstrate the use of content knowledge to build a meaningful curriculum; including the design, implementation and evaluation of experiences that promote positive development and learning for children.

Program Plan 2026-2027

Part Time - Fall Start

Year 1 - Fall

Courses		Credits
ECE 1404	Introduction to Early Childhood Careers	3
ECE 1414	Early Childhood Activities	4
	TOTAL CREDITS	7

Year 1 - Winter

Courses		Credits
ECE 1454	CDA Preparation	2
or ECE 1505	Early Childhood Nutrition, Health and Safety	3
or ECE 1515	Family and Community Connections	3
or ECE 2540	Educating the “at Risk” Child in an Early Childhood Environment	3
ECE 2405	Professional Issues in Early Childhood Education	3
	TOTAL CREDITS	5-6

TOTAL CREDITS	12-13

Note: To receive MTA endorsement, students must fulfill the requirements noted for each category and successfully complete at least 30 credits. All coursework used to fulfill MTA requirements must be completed with a grade of 2.0 or higher in EACH course.