Early Childhood Education and Intervention, Minor

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The Minor in Early Childhood Education and Intervention provides opportunities for students to develop an overview of early learning and development, an understanding of early childhood issues, and insights into the role of families, as well as the role of child care in out-of-home experiences.

All program-level Admissions and Progression Requirements are in addition to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte Admission Requirements .

Admission Requirements

Current UNC Charlotte Undergraduate Students

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Students who declare the minor are required to complete six courses (18 credit hours total).
Some of the required courses have prerequisites, so students should declare the Minor in Early Childhood Education and Intervention as early as possible to plan their schedule. Students declaring the minor as Sophomores and Juniors can usually complete the degree on schedule. Students interested in the minor should begin taking classes as early as possible after declaration.
Advising and admission to the minor are administered through the Office of Teacher Education Advising and Licensure (TEAL).

Minor Requirements

Notes:

*ECEI 2111 and ECEI 2113 and ECEI 2114 must be the first courses completed.

Total = 18 Credit Hours

Progression Requirements

Students who declare the Minor in Early Childhood Education and Intervention are required to complete the above six courses. A minimum grade of C or above in the courses is required. ECEI 2111 and ECEI 2113 and ECEI 2114 must be the first courses completed.

Special Policies or Requirements

At least 50% of courses applied to the minor must be taken at UNC Charlotte.

EDU 146 (CHFD 0001) can be substituted for ECEI 3210
EDU 145 (CHFD 0001) and EDU 151 (EDUC 0001) can be substituted for any of the 3000/4000 level courses.

Clinicals

The professional program includes a clinical requirement where students complete specific activities or designated hours in an appropriate setting. The course ECEI 2412 is a clinical course designed to expose students to diverse school demographics, locations, and programs.