EDU

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Component: None This course covers the development of partnerships among culturally, linguistically and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities through the use of evidence-based strategies. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing and supporting respectful relationships between diverse families, programs/ schools, and community agencies/resources reflective of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate relationship building strategies between diverse families, children birth through adolescence, schools, and communities and demonstrate a variety of communication skills including appropriate use of technology to support every child. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Refer to the FTCC website for the mo Go to www.faytechcc.edu/current-students/ a 2025-2026 CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT HRS HRS HRS HRS EDU 144 Child Development I 3 0 0 3 Component: None This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from conception through approximately 36 months. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/social, health/physical, language/ communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. EDU 145 Child Development II 3 0 0 3 Component: None This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from preschool through middle childhood. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/social, health/physical, language/ communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. EDU 146 Child Guidance 3 0 0 3 Component: None his course introduces evidence-based strategies to build nurturing relationships with each child by applying principles and practical techniques to facilitate developmentally appropriate guidance. Topics include designing responsive/supportive learning environments, cultural, linguistic and socio-economic influences on behavior, appropriate expectations, the importance of communication with children/families including using technology and the use of formative assessments in establishing intentional strategies for children with unique needs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate direct/ indirect strategies to encourage social skills, self-regulation, emotional expression and positive behaviors while recognizing the relationship between children’s social, emotional and cognitive development. EDU 151 Creative Activities 3 0 0 3 Component: None This course introduces developmentally supportive, diverse, equitable, st current information. nd scroll down to Academic.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

None None None None None

Corequisite

None

----- ----- ----- ----- Length of Program: 5 Semesters Totals 10 0 0 10 Prerequisite: High School Diploma, Placement Test Equivalent SPRING SEMESTER 1 Associate Degree: IT/User Interface and Experience Design Prefix No. Title Class Lab Clinical Credit (A25590I)

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

----- ----- ----- ----- Office Location: Cumberland Hall Room 334H Totals 10 0 0 10 Email: hamiltor@faytechcc.edu Department Office: Cumberland Hall Room 334 SPRING SEMESTER 1 Telephone: (910) 678-8357 Prefix No. Title Class Lab Clinical Credit FTCC Web Site: FTCC Website EDU146 Child Guidance 3 0 0 3 EDU153 Health, Safety & Nutrition 3 0 0 3 Application Deadlines: The program is designed for a student to enter ----- ----- ----- ----- during the fall or spring semesters. A Student may enter at other times Totals 6 0 0 6 with approval of the Department Chairperson. TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS.... 16 Refer to the FTCC website for the most current information. Go to www.faytechcc.edu/current-students/ and scroll down to Academic.

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

EDU234 Infants, Toddlers, and Twos 3 0 0 3 BIO110 Principles of Biology 3 3 0 4 Human/Fine Arts Elective 3 0 0 3 EDU234 Infants, Toddlers, and Twos 3 0 0 3 Major Elective 5 0 0 5 EDU261 Early Childhood Admin I 3 0 0 3 ----- ----- ----- ----- EDU262 Early Childhood Admin II 3 0 0 3 Totals 17 0 0 17 ENG112 Writing/Research in the Disc 3 0 0 3 ----- ----- ----- ----- SPRING SEMESTER 2 Totals 15 3 0 16 Prefix No. Title Class Lab Work Exp.Credit

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Component: None This course covers promoting and maintaining the health and well- being of every child. Topics include health and nutritional guidelines, common childhood illnesses, maintaining safe and healthy learning environments, health benefits of active play, recognition and reporting of abuse/neglect, and state regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to apply knowledge of NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development for health, safety, nutritional needs and safe learning environments. EDU 157 Active Play 2 2 0 3 Component: None This course introduces physical activities to promote the development of children with diverse abilities, birth through middle childhood. Topics include active play, outdoor learning, design of the environment, development of play skills, loose parts play, nature play, risk/benefit assessment, advocacy, and family/community connection. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the stages of play, the role of teachers in play, active play environments, advocate for the child’s right to play, and plan and assess culturally responsive, equitable and developmentally appropriate experiences using NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

None None

Corequisite

None

Component: None This course introduces the research, benefits, goals, and ethical considerations associated with observation and formative assessment in early childhood education. Emphasis is placed on the implementation of multiple observation/assessment strategies including anecdotal records, event samples, rating scales, and portfolios to identify specific needs of individual children with diverse abilities and to create appropriate learning experiences. Upon completion, students should be able to practice responsible assessment and effectively use tools to assess the child, teacher practices and indoor and outdoor environments to enhance programming; and explain the importance of assessment partnerships with families and other professionals.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

Refer to the FTCC website for the mo Go to www.faytechcc.edu/current-students/ a 2025-2026 291 CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT HRS HRS HRS HRS Component: None This course examines classroom management and evidence-based instructional strategies that create supportive learning environments to provide culturally, linguistically and developmentally appropriate guidance for school-age populations. Topics include classroom management and organization, teaching strategies, individual student differences and learning styles, ongoing systematic observation, and developmentally appropriate classroom guidance techniques. Upon completion, student should be able to utilize developmentally appropriate behavior management, utilize high-quality instructional strategies that enhance the teaching/learning process and promote students’ academic success.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

Component: This course introduces students to knowledge, concepts, and best practices needed to provide developmentally appropriate, effective, inclusive, and culturally responsive educational experiences in the classroom. Topics include growth and development, learning theory, student motivation, teaching diverse learners, classroom management, inclusive environments, student-centered practices, instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, observation/assessment techniques, educational planning, reflective practice, collaboration, cultural competence, ethics, professionalism, and leadership. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, roles, and responsibilities of an effective educator as defined by state and national professional teaching standards. Universal Ed Agreement Universal Ed Agreement (Independent)

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

Component: None This course covers current topics and policies in the diverse and inclusive field of early childhood education that affect young children, families, communities, and professionals. Emphasis is placed on but not limited to advocacy, equity, bias and social justice, emerging research, professionalism, reflective practice, and legal/ethical concerns. Upon completion, student should be able to list, discuss, and explain current trends/policies in early childhood education as well as develop an advocacy plan based on course content. EDU 216 Foundations of Education 3 0 0 3 Component: None This course introduces the examination of the American educational systems and the teaching profession. Topics include the historical and philosophical influences on education, various perspectives on educational issues, and experiences in birth through grade 12 classrooms. Upon completion, students should be able to reflect on classroom observations, analyze the different educational approaches, including classical/traditional and progressive, and have knowledge of the various roles of educational systems at the federal, state and local level. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. st current information. nd scroll down to Academic.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

None None

Corequisite

None

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Component: None situation procedures, acceptable discipline, chain of command, role of This course provides a comprehensive study of learners with emotional mentors, evaluation procedures, employment requirements, dress codes, or behavioral disorders encompassing characteristics, assessments, and other policies and procedures. Upon completion, students should be placement alternatives, inclusive environments and family interventions. able to explain the policies and procedures to students, parents, or others Topics include etiology of emotional or behavioral disorders, and discuss the purpose of each policy category. appropriate intervention strategies, early intervention/special education referral and transition processes, family and community partnerships, EDU 247 Sensory & Physical Disab 3 0 0 3 inclusive environments, and legislative mandates. Upon completion, Prerequisites: Take EDU-144 and EDU-145 students should be able to identify characteristics of behavior for Corequisites: None which additional supports are needed, describe the referral processes, Component: None identify community resources, collaborate with families/professionals, This course covers characteristics, intervention strategies, assistive understand the importance of advocacy for learners, and recognize technologies, and inclusive practices for children with sensory and appropriate intervention strategies in inclusive environments. physical disabilities. Topics include inclusive placement options, utilization of support services, other health impairments and family EDU 223 Specific Learning Disab 3 0 0 3 involvement for children with sensory and physical disabilities. Upon Component: None This course provides a comprehensive study of characteristics, EDU 250 Teacher Licensure Preparation 3 0 0 3 alternative assessments, teaching strategies, placement options, Prerequisites: Take ENG-111 and MAT-143 or MAT-152 or MAT-171 inclusion, and family intervention for children with specific learning Corequisites: None disabilities. Topics include causes, assessment instruments, learning Component: None This course provides information and strategies necessary for transfer strategies, and collaborative/inclusion methods for children with specific learning disabilities. Upon completion, students should be able to assistto a teacher licensure program at a senior institution. Topics include in identifying, assessing, and providing educational interventions for entry level teacher licensure exam preparation, performance based children with specific learning disabilities and their families. assessment systems, requirements for entry into teacher education programs, the process to become a licensed teacher in North Carolina, EDU 234 Infants, Toddlers, and Twos 3 0 0 3 and professionalism including expectations within the field of education. Component: None including exam preparation, technology based portfolio assessment, and This course covers the development of high-quality, individualized, secondary admissions processes to the school of education at a senior responsive/engaging relationships and experiences for infants, toddlers, institution. Universal Ed Agreement and twos. Emphasis is placed on typical and atypical child development, Universal Ed Agreement (Independent) positive early learning experiences, supporting and engaging diverse families, providing safe, warm and nurturing interactions, and the application of the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Refer to the FTCC website for the most current information. Go to www.faytechcc.edu/current-students/ and scroll down to Academic.

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

Take EDU-144 and EDU-145 This course is designed to introduce policies and procedures established Take EDU-144 and EDU-145 completion, students should be able to identify and utilize intervention Take EDU-119 Upon completion, students should be able to utilize educational

Corequisite

None terminology and demonstrate knowledge of teacher licensure processes

----- ----- ----- ----- Associate Degree: IT/PC Support & Services (A25590P) Totals 6 0 0 6 Length of Program: 5 Semesters TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS.... 16 Refer to the FTCC website for the most current information. Go to www.faytechcc.edu/current-students/ and scroll down to Academic.

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

High School Diploma, Placement Test Equivalent

EDU280 Language & Literacy Exp 3 0 0 3 EDU221 Children With Exceptional 3 0 0 3 EDU284 Early Child Capstone Prac 1 9 0 4 EDU280 Language & Literacy Exp 3 0 0 3 Major Elective 3 0 0 3 EDU284 Early Child Capstone Prac 1 9 0 4 ----- ----- ----- ----- GEL111 Geology 3 2 0 4 Totals 13 0 0 16 ----- ----- ----- ----- Totals 10 11 0 14 TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS.... 71 TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS.... 71 Work-Based Learning Option: NA Work-Based Learning Option: NA *Prospective child care providers must furnish criminal record history, a health card, and physical examination prior to employment in child *Prospective child care providers must furnish criminal record history, care. a health card, and physical examination prior to employment in child care.

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Administration I 3 0 0 3 Component: None This course introduces principles and practices essential to preparing and supporting child care administrators. Topics include program philosophy, policies and procedures, NC Child Care Law and Rules, business planning, personnel and fiscal management, and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administration. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate a developmentally appropriate program philosophy, locate current state licensing regulations, analyze a business plan and examine comprehensive program policies and procedures.

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

Take EDU 119

Administration II 3 0 0 3 Component: None This course focuses on advocacy/leadership, public relations/ community outreach and program quality/evaluation for diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program evaluation/accreditation, involvement in early childhood professional organizations, leadership/ mentoring, family, volunteer and community involvement and early childhood advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to define and evaluate all components of early childhood programs, develop strategies for advocacy and integrate community into programs. EDU 270 Effective Instructional Enviro 2 0 0 2 Component: This course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to create, manage, and assess effective instructional environments, learning attitudes, and behaviors for today’s diverse learning population. Topics include organizing the learning environment, fostering positive learning attitudes, supporting healthy stakeholder partnerships, engaging students using effective differentiated instruction, guiding, and managing student behaviors, and assessing student progress. Upon completion of this course, learners will demonstrate effective dispositions of the professional educator that include managing schedules, spaces, and resources, promoting supportive learning mindsets, engaging students with diverse instructional strategies, guiding student behaviors to maximize both the instructional and social climate, and analyzing and effectively responding to student progress. Refer to the FTCC website for the mo Go to www.faytechcc.edu/current-students/ a 025-2026 293 CLASS LAB CLINIC CREDIT HRS HRS HRS HRS EDU 271 Educational Technology 2 2 0 3 Component: None This course introduces the appropriate and ethical use of technology that is inclusive of digital and analog materials/tools to enhance teaching and learning in all educational settings. Emphasis is placed on the developmentally appropriate use of technology with children, ethical issues, digital citizenship, instructional strategies, assistive technology, and the use of technology for professional development and communication with families. Upon completion, student should be able to demonstrate professional and ethical implementation of various modes of technology in culturally responsive and equitable ways to support diverse children, families and communities.

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

Take EDU-119 and EDU-261 None None

Corequisite

None

Length of Program: 1 Semester

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

Placement Test Equivalent

Component: This course is designed to provide learners with the content knowledge, instructional methods/materials, and assessment techniques needed to provide research-based math and science K - 12 instruction. Topics include essential math and science concepts and skills, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally responsive instruction, standards- based outcomes, technology enhanced lesson planning, formative/ summative assessments, research-based interventions, authentic learning experiences, and reflective practice. Upon completion, learners will be able to plan, implement, assess, and reflect on developmentally appropriate math and science instruction aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study, other professional and national standards.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

Component: This course is designed to provide learners with the content knowledge, instructional methods/materials, and assessment techniques needed to provide research-based social studies and ELA K -12 instruction. Topics include essential social studies and ELA concepts and skills, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally responsive instruction, standards-based outcomes, technology enhanced lesson planning, formative/summative assessments, research- based interventions, authentic learning experiences, and reflective practice. Upon completion, learners will be able to plan, implement, st current information. nd scroll down to Academic.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

Subject

EDU

Type

course

Edition

198534-undated-faytechcc.edu

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Component: None Corequisites: None This course covers concepts, resources, and methods for teaching Component: None reading and writing to elementary through middle-grade children. This course introduces the basic skills and career fields for technicians. Topics include the importance of literacy, learning styles, skills Topics include career options, technical vocabulary, dimensional assessment, various reading and writing approaches and instructional analysis, measurement systems, engineering graphics, calculator strategies. Upon completion, students should be able to assess, plan, applications, professional ethics, safety practices, and other related implement and evaluate school-age literacy experiences as related to the topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an North Carolina Standard Course of Study. This course is also available understanding of the basic technologies, prepare drawings and sketches, through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC). and perform computations using a scientific calculator. EDU 282 Early Childhood Literature 3 0 0 3 EGR 150 Intro to Engineering 1 2 0 2 Component: None Component: None This course covers the history, selection, and integration of literature This course is an overview of the engineering profession. Topics include and language in the early childhood curriculum. Topics include goal setting and career assessment, ethics, public safety, the engineering the history and selection of developmentally appropriate children’s method and design process, written and oral communication, literature and the use of books and other media to enhance language interpersonal skills and team building, and computer applications. and literacy in the classroom. Upon completion, students should be able Upon completion, students should be able to understand the engineering Refer to the FTCC website for the most current information. Go to www.faytechcc.edu/current-students/ and scroll down to Academic.

Subject

EDU

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

Prerequisite

Take DRE-098 EGR 115 Introduction to Technology 2 3 0 3 None Prerequisites: None

Corequisite

None Corequisites: None

----- ----- ----- ----- Telephone Number: (910) 678-0046 Totals 7 9 0 10 Office Location: Horace Sisk, Room 640D Email: buckeyk@faytechcc.edu TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS.... 18 Department Office: Horace Sisk, Room 640D Telephone: (910) 678-8452 Work-Based Learning Option: NA FTCC Web Site: FTCC Website EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT A55460 Application Deadlines: None The Emergency Management curriculum is designed to provide stu- Scholarship/Title IV Financial Aid/VA Services: Scholarships/Title dents with a foundation of technical and professional knowledge needed IV Financial Aid/Veteran’s assistance may be available for associate for emergency services delivery in local and state government agencies. degrees. Certificates and diplomas that fall under this program/area of Study involves both management and technical aspects of law enforce- study may or may not be eligible for Scholarship/Title IV Financial Aid/ ment, fire protection, emergency medical services, and emergency plan- VA Services. Please contact the Financial Aid Office, Student Center, ning. Room 2; Telephone (910) 678-8242. Veterans Services, General Class- room Building, Room 202, (910) 678-8580. Course work includes classroom and laboratory exercises to introduce the student to various aspects of emergency preparedness, protection, Child Care Financial Assistance Information: and enforcement. Students will learn technical and administrative skills Telephone: (910) 678-8486 such as investigative principles, hazardous materials, codes, standards, emergency agency operations, and finance. Revised: 03/03/25 Refer to the FTCC website for the most current information. Go to www.faytechcc.edu/current-students/ and scroll down to Academic.

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EDU

Type

course

Source

www2.faytechcc.edu

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EDU

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EDU

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