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At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can Support
At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can SupportPlan of Study: Early Development and Learning
First Year Fall
CTC101 Connecting to Carlow – 1 credit
SKW101 Foundations of Writing I – 3 credits
EC201 Orientation to Early Childhood Education – 3 credits
SPED230SL Foundations of Special Education – 3 credits
PY101 Intro to Psychology – 3 credits
CE Critical Exploration – 3 credits
First Year Spring
SKW102 Foundations of Writing II – 3 credits
SKQ101 Quantitative Reasoning – 3 credits
EC200 Child Development: Birth – 9 – 3 credits
ED200 Foundations of Educational Practice – 3 credits
CA Contemplation & Action – 3 credits
Second Year Fall
SKC101 Communication: Personal to Professional – 3 credits
ED282 Learning Theory – 3 credits
ED303 Children’s Literature – 3 credits
ED307 Teaching English Language Learners – PreK-12 – 3 credits
SPED478 Autism Spectrum Disorders – 3 credits
English Literature Course – 3 credits
Second Year Spring
ED250 Educational Technology – 3 credits
EC311 Infant-Toddler Program and Practicum – 3 credits
EC318 Communication & Reading Development – 3 credits
SPED450 Early Intervention (PreK-8) – 3 credits
Math Course – 3 credits
Third Year Fall
EC304 Science for the Developing Child – 3 credits
EC315 STEAM Lab & Makerspace – 3 credits
ED312 Reading & Language Arts Methods – 3 credits
SPED451 Assessment in Special Education – 3 credits
SPED470 Meeting the Learning Needs of Students w/Mild/Moderate Disabilities – 3 credits
Third Year Spring
EC303 Math for the Developing Child – 3 credits
EC307 Curriculum & Assessment for Early Childhood Education – 3 credits
EC313 Family & Community Partnership – 3 credits
SPED452 Transitions to Adulthood – 3 credits
SPED460 Communication & Technologies in Special Education – 3 credits
Elective – 3 credits
Fourth Year Fall
EC325 Early Childhood Practicum – 3 credits
EC403 Understanding Early Childhood Curriculum for Peace and Justice – 3 credits
SPED474 Positive Behavior Supports (7–12) – 3 credits
SPED476 Teaching Methods for Students w/Severe/Profound Disabilities – 3 credits
Fourth Year Spring
EC406 Student Teaching – 3 credits
SPED490 Special Education Student Teaching – 3 credits
Total Credits = 121
Electives in this program are chosen in consultation with a faculty advisor and can include courses toward a second major, a minor, or an area of concentration
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