BS in Early Childhood Studies

The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Studies degree completion program is for people who are currently employed in the early childhood field (Head Start, preschools, daycare, etc.) and is designed to help prepare you for leadership roles. The curriculum focuses on growth and development of young children, the influence of family dynamics, and education patterns of young children. Leadership, reporting and legal issues are also explored.

This program does not qualify for state teacher certification. In order to be admitted in this program, you must already be employed in the early childhood field.

This program is offered at our main campus in Rochester Hills, and at the Macomb’s University Center in Clinton Township.

Requirements for the BS in Early Childhood Studies
Foundation Credit 75
General Education Core 25
Electives 38
Prerequisites: PSY 2013 General Psychology ECS Introductory Classes and practicum 9
CIS 1103 Software Applications (or demonstrate proficiency) 3
Early Childhood Studies Major 45
ECS 3243 Math and Science for Young Children 3
ECS 3303 Legal Issues in Early Childhood 3
ECS 3323 Assessment of the Young Child 3
ECS 3423 Diversity Issues in Early Childhood 3
ECS 3433 Creative Arts for Young Children 3
ECS 4303 Family Education and Advocacy 3
ECS 4443 Emerging Language and Literacy 3
ECS 4313 Classroom Interactions 3
ECS 4613 Special Needs Children & Families (Main Campus) OR ECS 4623 Identifying & Serving the At-Risk Child (Macomb Campus) 3
ECS 4653 Leadership Issues in Early Childhood 3
ECS 4943 Ethics in Early Childhood 3
PSY 3193 Infant and Toddler Development 3
PSY 3203 Child Development 3
RDG 3313 Children’s Literature 3
REL 1013 Survey of Biblical Literature 3
TOTAL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES MAJOR 120