RECE
This program constitutes a JAA transfer program to RIC. Students completing a JAA plan receive an Associate's degree and enter the receiving institution with 60 credits and Junior status. Students must complete all requirements as given. Depending on GPA, students receive a tuition discount of up to 30% at the receiving institution, a waived application fee, and personalized advising.
JAA’s help streamlines the educational path for students pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education, making the process more efficient and less stressful. The Associate of Arts (AA) in Early Childhood Education provides strong foundational knowledge in child development, early learning theories, and instructional strategies tailored to children from birth to age eight. The curriculum often includes hands-on experience through practicums or internships, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings and develop essential skills in classroom management and curriculum planning. Completing an AA degree can provide a clear path to a B.S. in Early Childhood Education.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| COMM 1010 | Communication Fundamentals^ HUMN; Non-Written Communication; Social and Professional Responsibilities | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | Composition I (or ENGL 1010A) HUMN; Written Communication; Information Literacy | 3 |
| HMNS 2060 | Foundations of Teaching and Learning SSCI; Written Communication; Information Literacy | 3 |
| HMNS 2100 | Child Growth and Development Skills SSCI; Written Communication; Information Literacy | 3 |
| Lab Science Elective MSCI | 4 | |
| Mathematics Elective MSCI | 3 | |
| PSYC 2070 | Educational Psychology SSCI; Critical Thinking; Scientific Reasoning | 3 |
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
Art Elective HUMN | ||
Music Elective HUMN | ||
Theatre Elective HUMN | ||
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
History Elective SSCI | ||
Philosophy Elective HUMN | ||
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
Literature Elective HUMN | ||
| Subtotal General Education | 31 | |
| Major Requirements | ||
| HMNS 1010 | Introduction to Helping and Human Services | 3 |
| HMNS 1080 | Health, Nutrition and the Young Child | 3 |
| HMNS 1101 | Introduction to Teaching and Learning | 2 |
| HMNS 1210 | Field Experience and Seminar I -Child Development^ | 3 |
| HMNS 2120 | Curriculum for Young Children | 3 |
| HMNS 2150 | Parent and Child Relations | 3 |
| HMNS 2310 | Field Experience Seminar II-Child Development^ | 3 |
| HMNS 2410 | Field Experience Seminar III-Child Development^ | 3 |
| HMNS 2710 | Diversity and Cultural Competency Skills^ | 3 |
| HMNS 2900 | Human Services Capstone | 3 |
| Subtotal Major Requirements | 29 | |
| Total Hours | 60 | |
Work-based learning course
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
| COMM 1010 | Communication Fundamentals^ | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | Composition I (or ENGL 1010A) | 3 |
| HMNS 1010 | Introduction to Helping and Human Services | 3 |
| HMNS 2100 | Child Growth and Development Skills | 3 |
| Lab Science Elective | 4 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| HMNS 1210 | Field Experience and Seminar I -Child Development^ | 3 |
| HMNS 2060 | Foundations of Teaching and Learning | 3 |
| HMNS 2120 | Curriculum for Young Children | 3 |
| PSYC 2070 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| Mathematics Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| HMNS 1080 | Health, Nutrition and the Young Child | 3 |
| HMNS 1101 | Introduction to Teaching and Learning | 3 |
| HMNS 2710 | Diversity and Cultural Competency Skills^ | 3 |
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
| Characteristics and Needs of Special Populations | ||
| Field Experience Seminar II-Child Development^ | ||
| Field Experience Seminar III-Child Development | ||
| Guiding Children's Behavior | ||
| Infant/Toddler Care: Methods and Materials | ||
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| HMNS 2150 | Parent and Child Relations | 3 |
| HMNS 2900 | Human Services Capstone | 3 |
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
| Characteristics and Needs of Special Populations | ||
| Guiding Children's Behavior | ||
| Infant/Toddler Care: Methods and Materials | ||
| Field Experience Seminar II-Child Development^ | ||
| Field Experience Seminar III-Child Development | ||
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 61 | |
Work-based learning course
This program at CCRI is a part of the Joint Admissions Agreement (JAA). JAA helps students transfer seamlessly to Rhode Island College (RIC) or the University of Rhode Island (URI). Students who are eligible for the JAA program have earned less than 30 college credits at the time of joining and have not attended any other college or university.
JAA graduates are guaranteed admissions to either RIC or URI, have personalized advising by a caseload advisor, enter with Junior status at RIC or URI, and are eligible for a tuition discount up to 30% based on GPA.
Please meet with an Academic Advisor/Student Success Coach to help you select the courses that best prepare you for transfer to RIC or URI. For more information, please visit Joint Admissions Agreement or the Transfer Center.
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