Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

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1 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children Date: 5525 Meredith Drive, Suites E & F Des Moines, IA Phone: Toll Free: [email protected]

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3 Table of Contents Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children... 5 Glossary of Terms...7 Iowa Community Colleges/Regents Universities... 8 Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degree Articulation Agreement... 8 Transfer of Vocational-Technical Credits... 8 Index of Program Offerings by College... 9 Directory Map Community Colleges Des Moines Area Community College Eastern Iowa Community College District Hawkeye Community College Indian Hills Community College Iowa Lakes Community College Iowa Valley District Marshalltown Community College Iowa Western Community College Kirkwood Community College rth Iowa Area Community College rtheast Iowa Community College rthwest Iowa Community College Southwestern Community College Western Iowa Tech Community College Iowa Community College Online Consortium Iowa Community College Early Childhood Education Alliance Universities and Colleges Ashford University Licensure (Clinton Campus only) Buena Vista University Dordt College Drake University Graceland University Iowa State University Licensure Iowa State University GPIDEA-Online Iowa State University n-licensure Iowa Wesleyan College Kaplan University n-licensure Loras College Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 3

4 Luther College Morningside College Mount Mercy University rthwestern College Saint Ambrose University Simpson College University of Dubuque University of Iowa University of rthern Iowa Upper Iowa University Wartburg College Index of EC Endorsements or Bachelor Degrees Offered by College Information Regarding the Iowa Teacher Licensure Standards for Early Childhood Education Four-year Colleges without Early Childhood Programs Financial Aid T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA Other Scholarship or Financial Aid Opportunities Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

5 Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children Thank you for your interest in early childhood higher education in Iowa! Our Iowa early care and education landscape has changed in the past ten years, shifting from an emphasis on minimum requirements to an expectation that most programs will choose to provide quality services and, in many cases, programs are required to meet higher standards. As part of this shift, ever increasing numbers of the early care and education workforce are seeking higher education in the form of degrees and credentials. This workforce demands accessible classes that help them continue working in early care and education, while they move along an education pathway, earning CDA credentials and degrees in early childhood education, often with teaching licenses and early childhood endorsements. They need coursework offered online, and scheduled during evenings and weekends. They need specific training in infant-toddler care and education, in administration, curriculum and assessment, and special needs. Nationally, the demand is also shifting, from supporting minimum requirements, accessibility, and training, to a requirement that states begin to focus on system development work to ensure quality programs and services are in place. A new Institute of Medicine report released in April 2015 challenges us to consider higher education as a requirement for every caregiver and teacher of a child, beginning at birth. In addition, college coursework should be one means for meeting the training requirements of the December 2014 Child Care Development Block Grant reauthorization. We want early childhood teachers who are both qualified and effective, working in secure and nurturing early care and education environments. We want a diverse workforce representative of the children and families they are serving. Early Childhood Iowa and Iowa AEYC, together with other partners, are engaged in professional development system building work. This work should create even more demand for higher education for our field. We also hope a clearly defined system, with clear pathways and choices for our workforce, will lead us all to best practices, and create a valued, professional, and fairly compensated early care and education field. T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA is a comprehensive scholarship program that provides the early childhood workforce with access to educational opportunities leading to degrees, licenses, and credentials in early childhood education, and helps to establish a well-qualified, fairly compensated, and stable workforce for the young children in our state. T.E.A.C.H. requires compensation increases as child care providers complete increased levels of formal education. Through T.E.A.C.H., providers can work toward credentials and degrees in early childhood education and immediately use that knowledge in their early care and education setting. Since 2003, over 1,700 practitioners from nearly 900 child care programs in Iowa have benefited from having more qualified directors, teachers, and providers who are retained in their programs. Over 1,200 have completed CDA credentials, degrees, or early childhood teaching license endorsements, to this date. Currently over 400 Iowa child care providers, preschool teachers, and child care center administrators are currently seeking degrees or credentials in early childhood education, and receiving compensation increases, while they continue the important work of caring for our youngest children. Thousands of Iowa s children are receiving higher quality care which will lead to greater outcomes for these children and families including school readiness. T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA supports coursework taken at all of the colleges in this directory, if required for early childhood associate Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 5

6 and bachelor degrees, CDA credentials, and early childhood endorsements to teaching licenses. See our website for more information, The Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children (Iowa AEYC) sponsors T.E.A.C.H. for our state. Iowa AEYC is an affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the world's largest early childhood education association, with over 75,000 members and a network of over local and state affiliates. NAEYC membership is open to all individuals who share a desire to serve and act on behalf of the needs and rights of all young children. Over 1,200 early care and education practitioners from all corners of our state are members of Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children. Fourteen active chapters and one local affiliate support these members in their local communities. Our mission is to serve and act on behalf of the early childhood profession. The members of Iowa AEYC are united in working to bring high-quality early learning opportunities to all children from birth through age eight. Together, we support excellence, inclusion, innovation, and community in the early childhood profession. In partnership with the T.E.A.C.H./WAGE$ Advisory Committee of Iowa AEYC, Early Childhood Iowa, the Iowa Head Start State Collaboration Office, and the Iowa Head Start Association, we are pleased to provide you with an updated issue of the Early Childhood College Directory. I would like to thank our dedicated staff members, Tarah Widaman, Counseling Specialist, and Pat Dautremont, Administrative Assistant, for their efforts on this update. We d especially like to recognize our early childhood college partners who have responded to our annual requests for information. This would not be possible without their participation. This directory should provide our recipients, and the broader early childhood community, information that will assist them in making college choices. Please realize that the information in the directory is subject to change at any time, was provided to us by the college faculty and staff, and was not verified. As changes are brought to our attention, we will update our website, so visit the Iowa AEYC website often for the most up-to-date information. We welcome your comments and suggestions. Barbara Merrill Executive Director, Iowa AEYC / T.E.A.C.H. Project Manager Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children 6 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

7 Glossary of Terms ECE Early Childhood Education CDA A.A. A.S. A.A.S. B.A. B.S. M.A. M.S. Ph.D. Coursework leading to the Child Development Associate credential Associate of Arts Associate of Science Associate of Applied Science Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science Master of Arts Master of Science Doctor of Philosophy An Early Childhood diploma has traditionally been a full-time, one-year program offered by some of Iowa s community colleges. Accreditation of the campus lab school is assumed to be with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), unless otherwise noted. EC program articulates with indicates the schools or training programs with formal agreements to articulate for credit with this college. Credit for experience indicates willingness in the ECE program to award credit for life or work experience as part of the required degree program credits. The Early Childhood endorsement indicates a college that provides the coursework for a required endorsement for the four-year teaching license through the Iowa Department of Education s Board of Educational Examiners. Tuition is always subject to change; it is always best to check with the appropriate college s website or contact person for the most recent information on rates. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 7

8 Iowa Community Colleges/Regents Universities Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degree Articulation Agreement Students who complete an A.A. degree at an Iowa community college and who subsequently enroll at one of the Regents universities are considered to have met freshman and sophomore level general education requirements for certain Bachelor s degrees under the terms specified in the agreement. Transfer of Vocational-Technical Credits The Regent s universities accept up to 16 semester credit hours of vocational technical courses for transfer from the community colleges provided those credits apply to the A.A. degree at the host community college and the other Iowa community colleges. You do not have to obtain an A.A. degree, however, to have this credit awarded. Website for information regarding transfer to the three Regents universities: 8 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

9 Index of Program Offerings by College CDA Programs Des Moines Area Community College Eastern Iowa Community College District Hawkeye Community College Indian Hills Community College Iowa Lakes Community College Iowa Valley Community College Iowa Western Community College Kirkwood Community College rth Iowa Area Community College rtheast Iowa Community College rthwest Iowa Community College Southwestern Community College Western Iowa Tech Community College Early Childhood Education Diploma Programs Des Moines Area Community College Eastern Iowa Community College District Hawkeye Community College Indian Hills Community College Iowa Lakes Community College Iowa Valley Community College Iowa Western Community College Kirkwood Community College rth Iowa Area Community College rtheast Iowa Community College Western Iowa Tech Community College Early Childhood Education Associate Degree Programs Des Moines Area Community College Eastern Iowa Community College District Hawkeye Community College Indian Hills Community College Iowa Lakes Community College Iowa Valley Community College Iowa Western Community College Kirkwood Community College rth Iowa Area Community College rtheast Iowa Community College rthwest Iowa Community College Southwestern Community College Western Iowa Tech Community College Dordt College Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 9

10 Early Childhood Education Endorsement Programs Ashford University Buena Vista University Dordt College Drake University Graceland University Iowa State University Iowa Wesleyan College Loras College Luther College Morningside College Mount Mercy University rthwestern College Saint Ambrose University Simpson College University of Dubuque University of Iowa University of rthern Iowa Upper Iowa University Wartburg College Early Childhood Education B.A. / B.S Programs Ashford University Iowa State University Iowa Wesleyan College Kaplan University Mount Mercy University Saint Ambrose University University of Iowa University of rthern Iowa Upper Iowa University Early Childhood Education M.S. / M.A. and PhD Programs Iowa State University rthwestern College Saint Ambrose University University of rthern Iowa Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

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12 Community Colleges Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Des Moines Area Community College Katie Champlin Phone: or Amanda Magie Phone: Phone: Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Phone: Mailing Address of College: College Website: Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Phone: (general admissions) Phone: (admissions processing) 2006 S Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours A.A.S. Early Childhood Education Diploma in Early Childhood Education Certificate of Specialization in Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Program Administration Certificate (beginning Fall 2015) CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? Once the student completes 12 credits at DMACC then 13 credits are awarded with application for credit by alternative certification. 12 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

13 Early Childhood Program Information Des Moines Area Community College cont. Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Program Entry Requirements for certificates, diploma, and AAS and diploma: Complete an application for admission. Satisfy the assessment requirement. Attend any required information/registration session. COMPASS ALEKS math placement test Urban campus Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Varies Varies Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 13

14 Des Moines Area Community College cont. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Introduction to Early Childhood Education ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Child Growth and Development ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Infant/Toddler Care & Education ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Early Childhood Program Administration Tuition and Other Costs for Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Fall, Spring, Summer Fall, Spring, Summer Fall, Spring, Summer Fall, Spring, Summer Fall, Spring, Summer ECE Fall, Summer Summer Hybrid, Fall Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) n-resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $143 per credit hour $272 per credit hour Evening $143 per credit hour $272 per credit hour Part-time student $143 per credit hour $272 per credit hour Full-time student $143 per credit hour $272 per credit hour Online $143 per credit hour $272 per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Online Course Fee: $25 per credit Web-Blended Course Fee: $10 per credit TV Course Fee: $30 per course Computer Lab Fee for Selected Courses: Market Rate per course Music Fee (Piano/Instrumental): Market Rate per course Late/Reregistration Fee: $25 Returned Check Fee:$30 Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has? data: 24 certificates 9 diplomas 28 AS degrees N/A students are not assigned to advisors at DMACC. Ankeny and Urban campuses each have one designated advisor for ECE. 14 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

15 Des Moines Area Community College cont. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year? Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? 77 Iowa State University ECE Unified, ChFs Upper Iowa University ECE Pre-K-Grade 3, Pre-K Grade 3 with Special Education Drake University ECE endorsement Individualized mentoring available through onand off-campus lab experiences. Number of permanent-full-time faculty. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 15

16 Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Mailing Address of College: College Website: Eastern Iowa Community College District Heather Anderson Phone: Jeannine Ingelson Phone: Cathy Langdon Phone: Arnie Thode Phone: FAX Belmont Rd. Bettendorf, IA Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours A.A.S. Early Childhood Education Diploma in Early Childhood Education Certificate in Early Childhood Education CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? The coursework is marked and the clock hour comes under the ECE 910: Field Experience class. If the student brings us the CDA certificate that was earned through our continuing education department the college will award 18 college credits. College credit is awarded as soon as the student and advisor file the credit for prior learning paperwork and the student pays the filing fee. 16 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

17 Early Childhood Program Information Eastern Iowa Community College District cont. Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Complete an application for admission. Request transcripts for previous education. High school diploma or equivalent. Students required to take ACT or COMPASS assessment. Completion of assessments recommended prior to registering in ECE courses. Developmental courses may be taken at the same time as ECE courses. Developmental courses must be taken and completed before certificates, diplomas, or degrees awarded. Advising provided to help students determine best course choices based on their individual assessment scores. Students required to take ACT or COMPASS assessment. Muscatine Community College Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 17

18 Eastern Iowa Community College District cont. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Introduction to Early Childhood ECE All Education Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE All Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE All Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE All Child Growth and Development ECE All Infant and Toddler Care and EC# All Education Early Childhood Guidance ECE All Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) n-resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $137 per credit hour $204 per credit hour Evening $137 per credit hour $204 per credit hour Part-time student $137 per credit hour $204 per credit hour Full-time student $137 per credit hour $204 per credit hour Online $157 per credit hour $204 per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in : What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has? Cost for CDA credit hours placed on transcript: $9.00 per credit hour. 18 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

19 Eastern Iowa Community College District cont. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year? Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? 4, we have course equivalency guides with: University of rthern Iowa University of Iowa Iowa State University All courses transfer, some transfer as electives. The instructors work very closely with individual students and develop a wonderful relationship with them. We feel this strongly correlates with the success that our students achieve. We also work closely with their job site to ensure a high quality field experience. Our community members know us and our students have good reputations in the field. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 19

20 Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Hawkeye Community College Jane Evan Phone: EXT or Tami McCoy Phone: EXT Gisella Baker Phone: Dave Ball Phone: Pat East Phone: Mailing Address of College: PO Box E Orange Rd. Waterloo, IA College Website: Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours A.A.S. Early Childhood Education Diploma in Early Childhood Education CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? Only if credit hours were through another community college or regent institution. There is some discussion taking place on allowing this type of credit award being used but nothing is in place at this time. 20 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

21 Early Childhood Program Information Hawkeye Community College cont. Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Complete online application Request transcripts for previous education High school diploma or equivalent Meet cut score on COMPASS or ACT Must meet cut scores in: Reading Writing Math Based on COMPASS or ACT scores Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course All ECE night courses are offered in a hybrid format with online and face-to-face components. Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 21

22 Hawkeye Community College cont. Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) n- Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $145 per credit hour $170 per credit hour Evening $145 per credit hour $170per credit hour Part-time student $145 per credit hour $170per credit hour Full-time student $145 per credit hour $170per credit hour Online $145 per credit hour $170per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Student fee: $2 per credit hour Computer fee: $4 per credit hour Early Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has? Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school years? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? Upper Iowa University ECE endorsement on their BA degree in Pre-K 3rd grade Mount Mercy University 3 rd grade Wartburg College 3 rd grade Will be changing some pre-requisites for field experience. We have 2 semester-long field placements for students. 256 hours spent in the field are completed with those who obtain the 2 year degree allowing students hands-on time with infantspreschoolers. We have an accredited by NAEYC childcare center on campus. 22 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

23 Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Mailing Address of College: College Website: Indian Hills Community College Gina Buttikofer Phone: Potential students with questions in any of these areas are to contact the One Stop Office. The contact number to be used is Potential students with questions in any of these areas are to contact the One Stop Office. The contact number to be used is Potential students with questions in any of these areas are to contact the One Stop Office. The contact number to be used is Grandview Ave. Ottumwa, IA Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours A.A.S. Early Childhood Associate Diploma as Child Care Technician CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? We offer the CDA core as identified by the Alliance. We award the student 12 credit hours. Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Complete application. Request transcripts for previous education. Must meet ACT or Compass Test score requirement. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 23

24 Indian Hills Community College cont. Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: ACT or COMPASS Assessment required. Test scores to be admitted to the Early Childhood Program: Overall ACT Score-14 COMPASS Reading Score-73 Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Introduction to Early Childhood ECE Winter Winter Education Home and School Relationships ECE N/A N/A Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE Fall, Winter Fall, Winter Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE Fall Fall Child Growth and Development ECE Fall, Winter Fall, Winter Early Childhood Guidance ECE Spring Spring Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) n-resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $149 per credit hour $224 per credit hour Evening $155 per credit hour $ per credit hour Part-time student $155 per credit hour $ per credit hour Full-time student $155 per credit hour $ per credit hour Online $155 per credit hour $ per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Fees vary by course 24 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

25 Indian Hills Community College cont. Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has? Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalency guides? Are there any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? 25 6 We have agreements with: Buena Vista University William Penn University Iowa Wesleyan College We have course equivalency guides with: University of rthern Iowa University of Iowa Iowa State University All courses transfer, some transfer as electives. The IHCC EC Program is NAEYC Accredited The program philosophy supports play-based learning and meaningful curriculum which students are provided first-hand experience with in the designated classroom. The Campus Child Development Center provides frequent and convenient access to an early childhood facility for observation and practice of teaching strategies. Students have scheduling flexibility with online and traditional course formats. The campus and essential services are easily accessed. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 25

26 Name of College: Key Contact Persons in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in Admissions Office include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person in Registrar s Office include name, , phone, and Mailing Address of College: College Website: Iowa Lakes Community College Jamie L. Christensen [email protected] Phone: or Melissa Regelstad [email protected] Phone: Steve Pelzer [email protected] Phone: Phone: Annie Kalous [email protected] Phone: Phone: Barb Grandstaff [email protected] Phone: College Dr. Emmetsburg, IA Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours A.A.S. Early Childhood Education A.A. (Transfer) with Early Childhood Education Emphasis Diploma in Child Care CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? Offer the CDA core as identified by the Alliance. 12 credits awarded upon completion of 12 credits in the ECE Program at IA Lakes, application for awarding credit for the non-credit bearing CDA and payment of appropriate fees. 26 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

27 Early Childhood Program Information Iowa Lakes Community College cont. Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Program Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Complete application Request transcripts for previous education High school diploma or equivalent ACT or COMPASS Assessment required. Completion of assessments recommended prior to registering in ECE courses. Developmental courses may be taken at the same time as ECE courses. Developmental courses must be taken and completed before certificates, diplomas, or degrees awarded. Advising provided to help students determine best course choices based on their individual assessment scores. Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 27

28 Iowa Lakes Community College cont. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course See Consortium List Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) n-resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $155 per credit hour $166 per credit hour Evening $155 per credit hour $166 per credit hour Part-time student $155 per credit hour $166 per credit hour Full-time student $155 per credit hour $166 per credit hour Online $152 per credit hour $152 per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. $200 program/course fees $16 in other fees Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has? Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA Scholarships in school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4- year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements Do you have course equivalency guides? Are there any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from you college unique in comparison to others? We have course equivalency guides with: University of rthern Iowa University of Iowa Iowa State University All courses transfer, some transfer as electives. Buena Vista University for a few ECE courses Two field experiences A Contemporary Issues course Tours of early childhood settings Electronic student portfolios 28 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

29 Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Mailing Address of College: College Website: Iowa Valley District Marshalltown Community College Patricia Brown Phone: Matt Daniels Phone: Amy Good Phone: Mandy Brown Phone: S Center St. Marshalltown IA Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours A.A.S. Early Childhood Education Diploma as Early Childhood Education Practitioner CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? N/A Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 29

30 Iowa Valley District Marshalltown Community College cont. Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Student must take the Compass Test for mandatory placement for: English Math Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Introduction to Early Childhood ECE103 3 Education Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE133 3 Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE158 3 Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE159 3 Child Growth and Development ECE170 3 Infant and Toddler Care and ECE221 3 Education Early Childhood Guidance ECE243 3 Practicum in Child Care I ECE270 3 Practicum in Child Care II ECE271 3 Children s Literature EDU Portfolio ECE Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year 30 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

31 Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Iowa Valley District Marshalltown Community College cont. n-resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $179 per credit hour $189 per credit hour Evening $179 per credit hour $189 per credit hour Part-time student $179 per credit hour $189 per credit hour Full-time student $179 per credit hour $189 per credit hour Online $179 per credit hour $189 per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has? Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have any course equivalency guides? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? 20 We have course equivalency guides with: University of rthern Iowa University of Iowa Iowa State University All courses transfer, some transfer as elective. It is listed in the program brochure Online classes Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 31

32 Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Mailing Address of College: College Website: Iowa Western Community College Amy McGraw Phone: Lisa Morrison Phone: Danielle Schmidt Phone: Jill Clark Phone: College Rd. Council Bluffs IA Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours A.A.S Early Childhood Studies A.A. Early Childhood Education Diploma in Early Childhood Studies Certificate in Early Childhood: Child Development Certificate in Early Childhood: Administration 7 19 CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? Iowa Western Child Development Certificate offers the CDA core courses as identified by the ECE Alliance. Upon completion students will graduate with a Child Development certificate. N/A 32 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

33 Early Childhood Program Information Iowa Western Community College cont. Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Complete application Request transcripts for previous education High school diploma or equivalent Students are required to take ACT or COMPASS Assessment. Completion of assessments recommended prior to registering in ECE courses. Developmental courses may be taken at the same time as ECE courses. Developmental courses must be taken and completed before certificates, diplomas, or degrees awarded. Advising provided to help students determine best course choices based on their individual assessment scores. Clarinda Harlan Atlantic Shenandoah Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 33

34 Iowa Western Community College cont. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Introduction to Early Childhood Education ECE Fall-hybrid Spring-online Schoolage Child ECE Fall Fall Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE Spring Spring Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE Spring-hybrid: meets 1 st & 3 rd Saturdays, half of course administered online Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Spring Spring-hybrid: meets 1 st & 3 rd Saturdays, half of course administered online Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE Fall-hybrid Fall-hybrid Child Growth and Development ECE Spring Spring Early Childhood Guidance and Interaction ECE Fall-hybrid: meets 1 st & 3 rd Saturdays, half of course administered online Fall-hybrid: meets 1 st & 3 rd Saturdays, half of course administered online Tuition and Other Costs for Day time Evening Part-time student Full-time student Online Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) tuition will be announced summer 2015 n-resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has? Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

35 Iowa Western Community College cont. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have any course equivalency guides? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? 4 We have agreements with: Buena Vista University College of St. Mary s, Omaha, Nebraska We have course equivalency guides with: University of rthern Iowa Iowa State University All courses transfer, some transfer as electives. t at this time, but it will be added to the new webpage. The Iowa Western Early Childhood program offers a building block degree program. Students can begin the Child Development Certificate and can apply this coursework to the Early Childhood Diploma and Early Childhood Studies A.A.S. degree. In addition, students have a wonderful opportunity to complete their Curriculum and Guidance & Interaction coursework in our on campus Lab School. Instructors in the Lab School have a minimum of a four year degree in Early Childhood and work closely with ECE faculty to ensure a seamless transfer of course content knowledge in a hands on setting. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 35

36 Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Mailing Address of College: College Website: Kirkwood Community College Melanie llsch Phone: One Stop Office: Phone: or One Stop Office: Phone: or One Stop Office: Phone: or Kirkwood Blvd SW PO Box 2068 Cedar Rapids, Iowa Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours Early Childhood Para-educator Certification (student will be eligible to apply for state Para educator certification for Generalist and Early Childhood Area of Concentration) Diploma in Early Childhood Education A.A.S. in Early Childhood Education A.A. in Liberal Arts (area of interest in Early Childhood Education) CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? We give 6 hours of elective credit. 36 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

37 Early Childhood Program Information Kirkwood Community College cont. Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Complete application Request transcripts for previous education Students are required to take ACT or COMPASS Assessment. Completion of assessments recommended prior to registering in ECE courses. Developmental courses may be taken at the same time as ECE courses. Developmental courses must be taken and completed before certificates, diplomas, or degrees awarded. Advising provided to help students determine best course choices based on their individual assessment scores. Iowa City Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 37

38 Kirkwood Community College cont. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course ne available at this time Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) n-resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $145 per credit hour $175 per credit hour International student tuition: $280 per credit hour Evening $145 per credit hour $175 per credit hour Part-time student $145 per credit hour $175 per credit hour Full-time student $145 per credit hour $175 per credit hour Online $145 per credit hour $175 per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. On average, books cost around $500 per semester. This can be higher or lower, depending on the courses you take. Criminal Record Check fees: $45 once every two years Students should visit for current rates Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has? Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in the school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalency guides? with Early Childhood Faculty and Department Coordinator as advisors 12, we have transfer plans with: Upper Iowa University Mount Mercy University Iowa State University Drake University University of Iowa Iowa Wesleyan College : University of rthern Iowa University of Iowa All courses transfer, some transfer as electives. 38 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

39 Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? Kirkwood Community College cont. New 1 credit class ECE 105 Technology in Early Childhood will be required for AAS and Diploma students beginning in Fall Kirkwood Early Childhood students have the opportunity to work with a wide range of community partners and diverse children. Early Childhood faculty have a wide range of expertise and have worked in recent years to redesign the curriculum to highlight the early childhood best practice concepts: Evidence-Based Practice, working with Culturally, Linguistically and Ability Diverse children, and Problem Solving. Faculty and community partners work together to educate the Kirkwood Early Childhood Graduate of the Future. For Additional Information see: Only at Kirkwood: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 39

40 Name of College: Key Contact Person in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person in Financial Aid Office include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person in Admissions Office include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person in Registrars Office include name, , phone, and Mailing Address of College: College Website: rth Iowa Area Community College Nancy Fallis Phone: Mary Bloomingdale Phone: EXT Tanya Dadisman Phone: or 888.GO.NIACC EXT 4245 Michelle Petznick Phone: College Dr. Mason City, IA Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours Associate in Arts (general) with emphasis in Early Childhood Education Diploma in Early Childhood Education CDA (academic portion) CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student hold a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? We offer the CDA core as identified by the Alliance. N/A Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? rth Iowa Community College cont. 40 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

41 If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Complete application Request transcripts for previous education High school diploma or equivalent If enrolling in only one class, the answer is no. Part-time and full-time students required to take ACT or COMPASS Assessment. Completion of assessments recommended prior to registering in ECE courses. Developmental courses may be taken at the same time as ECE courses. Developmental courses must be taken and completed before degrees awarded; not required for diplomas. Advising provided to help students determine best course choices based on their individual assessment scores. Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Introduction to Early Childhood ECE Fall Fall Education Home and School Relationships ECE Summer Summer Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE Spring Spring Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE Fall Fall Child Growth and Development ECE Fall Fall Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 41

42 rth Iowa Community College cont. Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Infant Toddler Care and Education ECE Summer Summer Early Childhood Guidance ECE Spring Spring Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) n-resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $ per credit hour $ per credit hour Evening $ per credit hour $ per credit hour Part-time student $ per credit hour $ per credit hour Full-time student $ per credit hour $ per credit hour Online $ per credit hour $ per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has? Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA Scholarships did you have in school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have any course equivalency guides Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on your program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? 8 2 Upper Iowa University University of rthern Iowa Buena Vista University All classes are online Elementary Education majors often take these classes with the idea of eventually obtaining a Pre-K, K endorsement 42 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

43 Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars rtheast Iowa Community College Calmar: Nikki Jansen Phone: EXT Peosta: Julee Albers Phone: EXT 309 Calmar: Randy Mashek Phone: EXT 447 Peosta: Kim Baumler Phone: EXT 212 Hillary Vamstad Phone: EXT 307 Karla Winter Phone: EXT 233 Mailing Address of College: 1625 Highway 150 PO Box 400 Calmar, IA College Website: 8342 NICC Dr. Peosta, IA Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours A.A. with elective Early Childhood 16 (maximum career 60 coursework technical credit hours) Diploma in Early Childhood Education Certificate in Early Childhood Education CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA Credential? When is it awarded? Maximum of 15 credits. Credit for Life Experience criteria must be met. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 43

44 rtheast Iowa Community College cont. Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Complete application Request transcripts for previous education High school diploma or equivalent ACCUPLACER Basic skills assessment Satisfactory physical and mental health Completion of criminal record/child and adult abuse registry check Up-to-date immunizations and physical exam prior to field experience Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

45 Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits rtheast Iowa Community College cont. Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Infant Toddler Care and Education ECE Spring Spring Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE Fall Early Childhood Guidance ECE Spring, Summer Fall Early Childhood Language Development Tuition and Other Cost ECE Fall, Summer Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $163 per credit hour $163 per credit hour Evening $163 per credit hour $163 per credit hour Part-time student $163 per credit hour $163 per credit hour Full-time student $163 per credit hour $163 per credit hour Online $163 per credit hour $163 per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Background Check Fee: $45 Drug Testing Fee: $39 Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has? Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have any course equivalency guides? Associate of Arts: 11 Graduates Diploma: 11 Graduates 25 2 Agreements with: Upper Iowa University University of Dubuque UW-Platteville University of rthern Iowa University of Iowa Iowa State University All course transfer, some transfer as electives. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 45

46 rtheast Iowa Community College cont. Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school years? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? AA in Early Childhood Education degree will be replaced with an Associate of Arts degree. Up to 16 Early Childhood course credits may serve as AA degree electives. ASPEN Institutes has listed NICC as one of top ten in country. 46 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

47 Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Mailing Address of College: College Website: Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Offered A.A. (General) with Pre-Professional in Early Childhood Education CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? rthwest Iowa Community College Beth Frankenstein [email protected] Phone: EXT Karna Hofmeyer [email protected] Phone: EXT Lisa Story [email protected] Phone: EXT Beth Sibenaller-Woodall [email protected] Phone: EXT W Park St Sheldon, IA Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Credit Hours Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 47

48 rthwest Iowa Community College cont. Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Complete application Complete COMPASS assessment Request transcripts for previous education High school diploma or equivalent Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course See Consortium List Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $147 per credit hour $160 per credit hour Evening $147per credit hour $160 per credit hour Part-time student $147per credit hour $160 per credit hour Full-time student $147per credit hour $160 per credit hour Online $157 per credit hour $150 per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. 48 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

49 rthwest Iowa Community College cont. Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has: Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school years? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? 4 1 Bellevue University All courses transfer; some transfer as electives.. Course equivalency guides with: University of rthern Iowa University of Iowa Iowa State University All courses transfer; some transfer as electives. t at this time Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 49

50 Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Mailing Address of College: College Website: Southwestern Community College Kristie Nixon Phone: Kysa Gordon Phone: Admissions Secretary Phone: EXT Sandy Webb Phone: W Townline St. Creston, IA Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Offered AA (Transfer) with an ECE Emphasis CDA Coursework Early Childhood Credit Hours Those choosing to earn a CDA will take the ECE 106 (1 Credit) in addition to the 12 credit Alliance Common Core Courses. 13 Those choosing to earn a CDA will take the ECE 106 (1 credit) in addition to the Alliance Common Core Courses. Total Credit Hours 69 (70 with the CDA) 13 CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? Through the Iowa Community College Online Consortium (ICCOC) 12 credits after completing the other 12 ECE hours with a 3.0 or better 50 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

51 Early Childhood Program Information Southwestern Community College cont. Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. SWCC is not eligible for Accreditation. There are on FT ECE instructors on campus. All courses are taught through the ICCOC except ECE 262 Field Experience. Complete SWCC application Request transcripts High school diploma or equivalent All students required to take ACT (& score 19) or take COMPASS Assessment. Completion of assessments recommended prior to registering in ECE courses. Developmental courses may be taken at the same time as ECE courses. Developmental courses are recommended to be completed before certificates, diplomas, or degrees awarded. Advising provided to help students determine best course choices based on their individual assessment scores. May be required to take a composition course before enrolling in the ECE courses. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug ECE 106 & ECE 262 are not offered during the summer ECE 106 & ECE 262 are not offered during the summer Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 51

52 Southwestern Community College cont. Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug ECE 262 ECE Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course: See Grid from WITCC for all ECE Courses through the Consortium See Consortium List Child Development Associate (CDA) Standards Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year ECE Fall, Spring Early Childhood Field Experience ECE Hybrid or Video Conference in Fall and/or Spring Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) n-resident (including International) Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $160 per credit hour $167 per credit hour Evening $160 per credit hour $167 per credit hour Part-time student $160 per credit hour $167 per credit hour Full-time student $160 per credit hour $167 per credit hour Online $157 per credit hour $157 per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has: 52 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

53 Southwestern Community College cont. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have any course equivalency guides? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? 20 University of rthern Iowa University of Iowa Iowa State University Buena Vista University Upper Iowa University rthwest Missouri State Most are 2+2 agreements The program is fully online except for the final ECE 262 Field Experience course, which is taught as a hybrid (online with real time videoconference every other week.) Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 53

54 Name of College: Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Western Iowa Tech Community College Jennifer Weber Phone: EXT Contact Name: Phone: Phone: EXT 6402 Nancy McMahon Phone: EXT 1331 Lora VanderZwaag Phone: EXT 1353 Mailing Address of College: PO Box 5199 Sioux City, IA College Website: Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Early Childhood Total Credit Hours Offered Credit Hours A.A.S. Early Childhood Education Diploma in Early Childhood Studies Certificate in Child Development Preschool Certificate in Child Development Infant/Toddler CDA Information Do you offer the 12 credits recommended by the Early Childhood Community College Alliance: ECE 103, ECE 133, ECE 243, and either ECE 221, ECE 158, or ECE 159? How much course credit is awarded when a student holds a current CDA credential? When is it awarded? We offer the CDA core as identified by the Alliance. Up to 12 credits of prior learning credit can be awarded after a review of the current CDA credential and CDA documentation. The credits are awarded after successful completion of 12 early childhood credits at WITCC. Students must meet with the program coordinator to review the documentation, and students pay $20 per credit that is awarded. 54 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

55 Early Childhood Program Information Western Iowa Tech Community College cont. Admission and Program Information Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)? If no, are you currently enrolled in the selfstudy process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation? Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program: Specific prerequisites such as placement tests or classes before students can enroll in your Early Childhood Degree Program (In order to register in the early childhood courses). If so, which ones? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Complete application Request transcript for previous education High school diploma or equivalent CPT test with required scores or ACT composite score of 22 or higher Students required to take CPT test prior to registering in ECE courses. Developmental courses may be taken at the same time as beginning ECE courses. Developmental courses must be taken and completed before advanced ECE courses or certificates, diplomas, or degrees awarded. Advising provided to help students determine best course choices based on their individual assessment. Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 55

56 Western Iowa Tech Community College cont. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Fall, Spring, Summer Introduction to Early Childhood Education ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Child Development Associate (CDA) ECE Fall, Spring Fall, Spring Standards Portfolio I ECE Fall, Spring Fall, Spring Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring, Summer Summer Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE Fall, Spring Fall, Spring Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE Fall, Spring Fall, Spring Child Growth and Development ECE Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring, Summer Summer Infant Toddler Care and Education ECE Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring, Summer Summer Early Childhood Lab ECE Fall, Spring Fall Early Childhood Guidance ECE Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring, Summer Summer Observation and Assessment ECE Fall Fall Early Childhood Field Experience ECE Spring Spring Exceptional Learner ECE Fall, Spring, Fall, Spring, Summer Summer Early Childhood Program ECE N/A Fall, Spring Administration Administration of Childcare Services ECE Fall N/A Internship ECE N/A Fall Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) n-resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $134 per credit hour $135 per credit hour Evening $134 per credit hour $135 per credit hour Part-time student $134 per credit hour $135 per credit hour Full-time student $134 per credit hour $135 per credit hour Online $157 per credit hour $157 per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. $17 per credit hour on campus Course fees as assessed by course 56 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

57 Western Iowa Tech Community College cont. Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has: Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have any course equivalency guides? Are any programmatic changes planned for the school year? If so, please list. Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog? What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others? AAS-19 Diplomas-28 Certificates We are agreements with: Bellevue University University of South Dakota Wayne State College They are not all specifically ECE agreements, but each one does include some ECE coursework. Replaced ECE 296 Administration of Child Care Services with ECE 290 Early Childhood Program Administration and ECE 932 Internship. It is on program brochures. Our instructors bring a wide range of experiences to the classroom, from being a director of a child care center/preschool to being a toddler teacher, from being an early childhood special education teacher to working for AEA. We value the real-life experiences students get when they are out in the field, and we encourage their partnerships with local education centers. Many of our students are offered employment through their practicum experiences before they have even graduated. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 57

58 Iowa Community College Online Consortium The following courses are available online through the Iowa Community College Online Consortium (ICCOC). These are shared classes available at all of the following schools: Eastern Iowa Community College District Iowa Lakes Community College rthwest Iowa Community College Southeastern Community College Southwestern Community College Western Iowa Tech Community College Name of Course Course Number Number of Credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Introduction to Early Childhood Education ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Child Development Associate (CDA) Standards ECE Fall, Spring Portfolio I ECE Fall, Spring Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE Fall, Spring Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE Fall, Spring Child Growth and Development ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Infant Toddler Care and Education ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Early Childhood Guidance ECE Fall, Spring, Summer Exceptional Learner ECE Fall, Spring, Summer 58 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

59 Iowa Community College Early Childhood Education Alliance The Iowa Community College Early Childhood Education Alliance (the Alliance) was formed through a proclamation by Governor Vilsack on January 9, The statement in the proclamation that best encapsulates the intent of the proclamation is: The Iowa Community College Early Childhood Education Alliance is being created to serve as an advocate to deliver state-wide quality education, and to facilitate the sharing of Best Education Practices in a united and seamless manner benefitting our state economy, our families, and our children. The mission of the Iowa Community College Early Childhood Education Alliance is to support and advocate for Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Community Colleges that provide pre-service and inservice professional development to those who teach and care for young children from birth through age eight. Membership is open to Iowa associate degree full-time, part-time, and adjunct program faculty with assignment in early childhood/child development/child care. Personnel involved in laboratory schools/campus child care connected to associate degree programs, and other interested individuals with early childhood teaching/training responsibilities or interests at Iowa Community Colleges may also become members. The Alliance ensures continuity across early childhood courses at Iowa Community Colleges by offering a common core of ECE courses. Courses are aligned with NAEYC standards for associate degree early childhood programs, as well as several Iowa initiatives. This alignment supports the other major effort of the Alliance: accredited early childhood associate degree programs. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 59

60 Universities and Colleges Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Ashford University Licensure (Clinton Campus only) Dr. Joen Larson [email protected] Phone: EXT Lisa Kramer [email protected] Phone: Emily Clausen [email protected] Phone: EXT Tracy Bormann [email protected] Phone: EXT N Bluff Blvd. Clinton, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.A. Elementary Education with PreK/K endorsement Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Name of College or University Issuing Credential Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours College of Education El Ed: 47 PreK/K: 21 Student Teaching: 20 Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Total Credit Hours for Degree 120+ endorsement However, students can elect to change to non-licensure if the requirements for licensure are not met. EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K Coursework: 21 Student Teaching: 20 #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A #262: PreK K Early Childhood Special Education N/A 60 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

61 EC Endorsement(s) Offered May an endorsement be earned as a part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? At what level are endorsement classes offered? Ashford University-Licensure (Clinton Campus only cont.) An endorsement can be earned: As part of the Elementary Education degree Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level The graduate level Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) GPA Cumulative: Education Core: Endorsement: PPP Application process including goals and interviews. Before licensure. Score cutoffs are set by the State of Iowa. Students may make appointments with administrative assistant for assistance if needed. Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 61

62 Ashford University-Licensure (Clinton Campus only cont.) Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? 18 month rotation.. However, it is recommended that students complete ECE 101 prior or concurrently to other EC courses. It is also recommended that ECE 311 be taken near the end of their program. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course ne available at this time for this particular program. Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $8,540 per semester N/A Evening N/A Part-time student $497 per credit for 11 credits or N/A less Full-time student $8,540 per semester N/A Online N/A N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Fees vary by credits Fees vary by credits Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC Licenses/Endorsements awarded in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Do you have an Articulation agreement in place with any community colleges? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to the university) Please refer to the Ashford University Academic Catalog found online for current transfer policies. 62 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

63 Ashford University-Licensure (Clinton Campus only cont.) Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Students must earn a minimum of 30 upperdivision credits and a minimum of 21 credits at Ashford University (residency requirement). On campus ECE course now offered on an 18 month rotation due to course enrollment numbers. Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 63

64 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Buena Vista University Dean, School of Education and Exercise Science Paul Theobald [email protected] Phone: Regional Education Coordinator Angela Hunter [email protected] Phone: Leanne Valentine [email protected] Phone: Michael Fox [email protected] Phone: Unreported Nila Houska [email protected] Phone: EXT W 4 th St. Storm Lake, Iowa Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree Elementary Education Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by Name of College or University Issuing Credential School of Education and Exercise Science BOEE Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Total Credit Hours for Degree EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K 24 #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A #262:PreK K Early Childhood N/A Special Education May an endorsement be earned as a An endorsement can be earned: part of the degree program or is it As part of the Elementary Education degree considered an add-on? As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree At what level are endorsement classes offered? 64 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level

65 Buena Vista University Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. Coursework and key assignments w/grade of C or above Cumulative GPA of 2.5 Letters of recommendation Before acceptance into the teacher education program: CORE Reading: 156 CORE Writing: 162 CORE Math: 150 Council Bluffs Creston Denison Estherville Fort Dodge Iowa Falls Le Mars Marshalltown Mason City Newton Ottumwa Spencer West Burlington Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 65

66 Buena Vista University Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Courses are offered twice per year. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Preschool and Kindergarten Curriculum Development and Organization Guidance and Instructional Methods in Preschool and Kindergarten Education Home, School, and Community Relations Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education Tuition and Other Costs for Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year EDUC Spring, Summer Spring, Summer EDUC Spring, Summer Spring, Summer EDUC Fall, Summer Fall, Summer EXSC Fall, Summer Fall, Summer Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $402 per credit hour N/A Evening $402 per credit hour N/A Part-time student $402 per credit hour N/A Full-time student $15,659 for credit hours N/A per semester Online $402 per credit hour N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. N/A N/A Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC Licenses/Endorsements awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) 66 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

67 Buena Vista University Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? Des Moines Area Community College Hawkeye Community College Indian Hills Community College Iowa Central Community College Iowa Lakes Community College Iowa Valley Community College District Ellsworth Community College Marshalltown Community College Iowa Western Community College Kirkwood Community College Metropolitan Community College, Omaha, NE Minnesota West Community College, Worthington, MN Moberly Community College, Moberly, MO rth Iowa Area Community College rtheast Community College, rfolk, NE rtheast Iowa Community College rthwest Iowa Community College Southeastern Community College Southwestern Community College Western Iowa Tech Community College For the endorsement 6 credit hours must be earned at Buena Vista University. For the Elementary Education degree the final 30 hours must be at Buena Vista University. 15 Teachers prepared at BVU possess a deep understanding of the role played by schools in maximizing the equitable distribution of justice in a democracy. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 67

68 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Dordt College Gwen Marra, Assistant Professor of Education Phone: Mike Epema Phone: General Phone: Howard Wilson Phone: Lisa Christians Phone: Dordt College th Ave. NE, Sioux Center, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree A.A. Early Childhood Aide (nonlicensure) B.A. Elementary Description of License (if applicable) Name of College or University Issuing Credential Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours N/A Dordt College Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Education Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Dordt College Total Credit Hours for Degree Bachelor degree does lead to licensure Associate does not EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K N/A #106: PreK Grade 3 12 credits in addition to student teaching. #262: PreK K Early Childhood Special Education N/A 68 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

69 EC Endorsement(s) Offered May an endorsement be earned as a part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? At what level are endorsement classes offered? Dordt College An endorsement can be earned: As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. Completed application form with letter of recommendation. Minimum GPA of 2.5, not including level two education courses. Grade of C or higher in all level one education courses. Grade of C or higher in Communication 100. Completed level one courses with key competencies met as indicated in the Teacher Education Candidate Assessment Plan. Acceptable professional dispositions based on recommendations from Student Services, the Education Department, and the Teacher Education Committee. Satisfy professional portfolio requirements at level one. Before application into Teacher Education, students may choose to take either the Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency (CAAP) or Praxis I (PPST). Students must achieve CAAP passing scores of 57 in reading, 59 in writing, and 54 in mathematics or Praxis I passing scores: Reading: 174 Writing: 173 Math: 173 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 69

70 Dordt College Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Courses offered every other year Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course ne available at this time Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time N/A N/A Evening N/A N/A Part-time student $1,050 per credit hour (under N/A 12 credits per semester) Full-time student $25,100 per year ( credit N/A hours per semester) Online N/A N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Vary N/A Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) 70 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

71 Dordt College Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees/endorsements awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? 6 N/A A maximum of 60 total credits may be transferred from two-year colleges and testing such as CLEP or AP exams. A maximum of 30 credits of CLEP, AP, and dualenrolled credit may be applied to the minimum requirements for a degree when that credit is earned prior to earning a high school diploma. Some restrictions apply. Regardless of the amount of transfer credit a student must meet the college's residency requirement of a minimum of 30 credits earned at Dordt College including at least three core requirements and two upper-level courses in the student's program. Student teaching (16 credits) must be completed through Dordt College. 0 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 71

72 Dordt College What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? Faculty and students approach the teaching profession as a calling to help guide young people to a greater understanding of God s world and living as His people. In the Teacher Ed program and through the college s Center for Ed Services, new ideas in curriculum and teaching methods are developed and critiqued in the light of biblical principles At Dordt you will get a firm foundation in the principles of Christian teaching, with a healthy balance of classwork and practical experience. 72 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

73 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person in the Admissions Key Contact Person in the Registrar s include name, , phone, and Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Drake University Elizabeth A Beschorner [email protected] Phone: Thomas (Tom) F Delahunt [email protected] Phone: Thomas (Tom) F Delahunt [email protected] Phone: Kevin P Moenkhaus [email protected] Phone: University Ave. Des Moines, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.S. Elementary Education Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by Name of College or School Issuing Credential BOEE Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours School of Education Total Credit Hours for Degree EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including 24 Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K 24 #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A #262:PreK K Early Childhood Unreported Unreported Special Education May an endorsement be earned as a An endorsement can be earned: part of the degree program or is it As part of the Elementary Education degree considered an add-on? As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree At what level are endorsement classes offered? Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level The graduate level Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 73

74 Drake University Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Ed Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. Must complete normal admissions paperwork Must apply to the graduate school Take the Miller s Analogy Test even if they are only completing an endorsement. CORE must be taken before methods and the score must be 171 Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Courses offered once a year 74 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

75 Drake University Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course ne available at this time Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $610 per credit hour $450 per credit hour Evening $460 per credit hour $450 per credit hour Part-time student $460 per credit hour $450 per credit hour Full-time student $30,734 per year (12-18 credits N/A per semester) Online $490 per credit hour $490 per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amts. Technology fee $60 per semester Technology fee $60 per semester Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees/endorsements awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. 30 Des Moines Area Community College Depends on degree Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 75

76 Drake University Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year? Is immigration status verified for admission? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? 2 If an admitted student is classified as an international student, then he or she must submit the proper documentation showing that a visa has been granted through the United States government and country of citizenship embassy. graduate students teach Professors have research as well as PK-12 experience and involvement 76 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

77 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Graceland University Jane Chaillie Phone: Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Phone: Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Talia Brown [email protected] Phone: Bonnie Ballantyne [email protected] Phone: University Pl. Lamoni, Iowa Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.A. Elementary Education Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by Name of College or University Issuing Credential Gleazer School of Education BOEE Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Total Credit Hours for Degree EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K N/A #106: PreK Grade #262: PreK K Early Childhood N/A Special Education May an endorsement be earned as a An endorsement can be earned: part of the degree program or is it As part of the Elementary Education degree considered an add-on? As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree At what level are endorsement classes offered? Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 77

78 Graceland University Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? By NCATE until we complete our Accreditation visit in April Factors and abilities such as caring attitude, collaboration, reflection, leadership, academic success, communication skills, organization, dependability, and integrity are considered on four or more references for admission. In addition, applicants must have: A minimum grade point average of 2.75 for all work attempted. A grade of C or higher in all education courses. A successful field work evaluation in EDUC1410 Field Experience: Exploration of Teaching. Complete a technology survey and a diversity survey. A current graduation plan signed by their advisor. Submit application and disclose revoked or suspended education related license or criminal convictions. 78 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

79 When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Graceland University C-Base Subjects covered: English Reading/Literature and Writing Math General, Algebra, and Geometry Social Studies (Fall 2015 required) History and Social Sciences Science (Fall 2015 required) Laboratory & Field Work and Fundamental Concepts A required minimum passing score is 235 for each subject area composite or for each subcategory. A candidate must pass the C-Base before admission to Teacher Education. A minimum GPA of 2.75 is required for admission to TE. Praxis, PLT and Content Knowledge Tests: Principles of Learning and Teaching: Passing Score: 165 Elementary Education Content: Passing Score: 151 A passing score on the PLT and Content Praxis is required for recommendation for teacher licensure. Centerville Independence Trenton Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Courses offered once a year Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 79

80 Graceland University Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Early Childhood Education (Infant and Toddler) Early Childhood Education (Pre-primary and Kindergarten) Administration of Early Childhood Programs Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year EDUC Summer EDUC Summer EDUC Summer Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time N/A N/A Evening N/A N/A Part-time student $700 per credit hour (fewer N/A than 10 credits per semester) Full-time student $12,710 per semester N/A Online Online technology fee required: $150. N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) N/A Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Elementary Education Degrees: 90 Early Childhood Endorsement: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

81 Graceland University Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. We have signed Articulation Agreements based on catalog course-to-course listings (none specifically signed by Gleazer School of Education for Elementary Education major) for these colleges: Cottey College, MO Des Moines Area Community College Eastern Iowa Community College District Clinton Community College Muscatine Community College Scott Community College Indian Hills Community College Iowa Central Community College Iowa Valley Community College District Marshalltown Community College Iowa Western Community College Johnson County Community College, KS Kirkwood Community College Metropolitan Community College, MO Metropolitan Community College, NE rth Central Missouri College rtheast Iowa Community College rth Iowa Area Community College rthwest Iowa Community College Southwestern Community College Wentworth Military Academy, MO Western Iowa Community College hours required The classes begin during the sophomore year at Graceland. Considering an online endorsement option. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 81

82 Graceland University Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? 0 Verification is done on the application form. Our unique approach allows you to decide how you would most like to learn while giving you the strong foundation to take your professional development to National Board Certification Status and beyond - to lifelong learning and enhancement of the overall quality of your life. 82 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

83 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Iowa State University Licensure Lisa Sharp [email protected] Phone: Roberta Johnson [email protected] Phone: Phone: Katharine Johnson Suski [email protected] Phone: Phone: Laura Doering [email protected] Phone: Iowa State University Office of Admissions 100 Enrollment Services Center Ames, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.S. Early Childhood Education (includes Endorsements 100 and 262) Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Name of College or University Issuing Credential College of Human Sciences Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Total Credit Hours for Degree EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K N/A #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A #262: PreK K Early Childhood Special Education N/A Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 83

84 Iowa State University Licensure EC Endorsement(s) Offered May an endorsement be earned as a part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? At what level are endorsement classes offered? The two Endorsements 100 and 262 are part of the ECE Unified Degree program. There are no add-on endorsements offered. Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. Minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average; Minimum grade of C in all courses required for the major (see website for list of these courses) Report from criminal background check Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators scores needed: Reading-minimum 156 Writing-minimum 162 Math-minimum 150 They need to be completed and passed before the student can enter the Teacher Education Program. Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Iowa State University Licensure 84 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

85 Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Core classes offered fall and spring Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Individual & Family Life Development Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year HD FS Fall, Spring, Summer Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time N/A N/A Evening N/A N/A Part-time student $277 per credit hour (1-11 N/A credits per semester) Full-time student $3,324 for 12 or more credit N/A hours per semester Online N/A N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Fees vary by credit hours N/A Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC Licenses/Endorsements awarded in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Des Moines Area Community College Kirkwood Community College Iowa Valley Community College District To see the agreements go to: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 85

86 Iowa State University Licensure Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the and academic school years? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? php They must take their last 32 credits at ISU. 0 Iowa State University offers a teacher licensure degree that allows graduates to teach Birth to Grade 3, with additional endorsement to teach Early Childhood Special Education. It is unique in the number of credits offered that focus on education and services for children birth to age 5, with 30 credits in human development and preprimary education, and the number of hours of practicum experience supervised by licensed teachers. 86 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

87 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Iowa State University GPIDEA-Online Karen Smidt [email protected] Phone: Roberta Johnson [email protected] Phone: Phone: Katharine Johnson Suski [email protected] Phone: Phone: Laura Doering [email protected] Phone: Iowa State University Office of Admissions 100 Enrollment Services Center Ames, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.S. Child, Adult, and Family Services (Child Services Option) M.S. Human Development and Family Studies (ECE Emphasis) Ph.D. Human Development and Family Studies (ECE Emphasis) Description of License (if applicable) Name of College or University Issuing Credential Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours N/A Iowa State University 120 N/A Iowa State University N/A N/A Iowa State University N/A Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Total Credit Hours for Degree Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 87

88 Iowa State University GPIDEA-Online Early Childhood Endorsements Offered EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K N/A N/A #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A N/A #262: PreK K Early Childhood N/A N/A Special Education EC Endorsement(s) Offered N/A N/A May an endorsement be earned as a N/A part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? At what level are endorsement classes offered? N/A Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list locations. N/A N/A N/A N/A Michigan State University Oklahoma State University South Dakota State University Texas Tech University University of Missouri University of Nebraska 88 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

89 Iowa State University GPIDEA-Online Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of EC courses offered: More course offerings will be available as program grows. Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug As program grows many courses will be offered each semester Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course We are not ready to list course name and number all courses will only be offered online. Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time N/A N/A Evening N/A N/A Part-time student N/A N/A Full-time student N/A N/A Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 89

90 Iowa State University GPIDEA-Online Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Online $390 per credit N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Fees vary by credit hours Fees vary by credit hours Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC Licenses/Endorsements awarded in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school years? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? ne this is a new program. We don t have this information yet. We are currently working on that. N/A We are working on this program. 13 The courses are all offered online. This is not a State Licensure Program. Students will earn a B.A. and be able to work in Early Childhood Care. 90 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

91 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Iowa State University n-licensure Pat Walsh [email protected] Phone: Roberta Johnson [email protected] Phone: Phone: Katharine Johnson Suski [email protected] Phone: Phone: Laura Doering [email protected] Phone: Iowa State University Office of Admissions 100 Enrollment Services Center Ames, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.S. Child, Adult and Family Services (Child Services Option) M.S. Human Development and Family Studies Ph.D. Human Development and Family Studies Description of License (if applicable) N/A N/A N/A Name of College or School Issuing Credential College of Human Sciences College of Human Sciences College of Human Sciences Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If no, please explain. Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours (elective credits) (elective credits) Total Credit Hours for Degree 72 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 91

92 Iowa State University n-licensure Early Childhood Endorsements Offered EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K N/A N/A #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A N/A #262: PreK K Early Childhood N/A N/A Special Education EC Endorsement(s) Offered N/A N/A May an endorsement be earned as a N/A part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? At what level are endorsement classes offered? N/A Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST?CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so please list locations. N/A N/A N/A N/A Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

93 Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Iowa State University n-licensure Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Core classes offered Fall and Spring Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Fall, Spring, Summer Individual and Family Life HD FS Fall, Spring, Development Summer Parenting and Family Diversity Issues HD FS Summer Summer Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Day time N/A N/A Evening N/A N/A Part-time student $277 per credit hour (1-11 credit hours per semester) $436 per credit hour (1-8 credit hours per semester) Full-time student $3,324 (12 or more credits per semester) $3,924 (9 or more credit hours per semester) Online N/A N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amts. Fees vary by credit hours Fees vary by credit hours Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: CHFS (Includes Options for: Child, Youth, Adult, Family): Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 93

94 Iowa State University n-licensure Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year? Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? Des Moines Area Community College (Child, Adult, and Family Services agreement) Transfer Plans with: Iowa Central Community College Kirkwood Community College Marshalltown Community College rth Iowa Area Community College Information about transferring from other educational institutions: ormationtext We are working on this program. 9 Offer both licensure and non-licensure options for those wanting a degree that includes early childhood coursework. 94 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

95 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Iowa Wesleyan College Rebecca Beckner, PhD [email protected] Phone: Renee Armentrout [email protected] Phone: Josh Kite [email protected] Phone: Catherine Ashton [email protected] Phone: N Main St. Mount Pleasant, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.S. Early Childhood Education B.S. Elementary Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Name of College or University Issuing Credential Education Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Division of Education Division of Education Total Credit Hours for Degree We have an Educational Foundations degree Students may obtain a degree in ECE or El Ed without licensure EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K 31 #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A #262: PreK K Early Childhood N/A Special Education May an endorsement be earned as a An endorsement can be earned: part of the degree program or is it As part of the Elementary Education degree considered an add-on? As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree At what level are endorsement classes offered? Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 95

96 Iowa Wesleyan College Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? Full Admission to Teacher Education Program: Provisional Admission to TEP. Successful Completing of EDUC 262: Participation and Analysis. File application for full admission to the program. Pass all sections of basic skills test. Minimum of 2.75 GPA earned at IWC. Continue the portfolio process. Disposition Evaluation: candidates must have two on file. Approval from the Teacher Education Committee. Approval for Endorsement (n-licensed or Licensed Teacher): Full admission to TEP. Successful completion of EDUC 263: Participation and Analysis. Minimum of 2.75 Cumulative GPA (min of 6 credits earned at IWC. Licensed teachers much have a minimum of 3 IWC credits and a 2.75 GPA). Completion of practicum program approval form-signed by advisor. Submission of application paperwork by published deadlines: Oct. 1 for Spring Semester, Feb. 1 for Fall Semester. Successful completion of all endorsement required courses. 96 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

97 When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. Iowa Wesleyan College Iowa Wesleyan College administers the CAAP basic skills test 5 times annually on our campus. Base scores: Writing Skills 62 Mathematics 56 Reading 60 We also accept passing scores from PRAXIS CORE Writing 162 Math 150 Reading 156 We also accept passing scores from CBASE individual score lower than 235. The basic skills test must be passed before full admission to the Teacher Education Program. Tutoring is available for the CAAP Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Once a year Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 97

98 Iowa Wesleyan College Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course HYBRID: Care and Development of the Preschool Child HYBRID: Introduction to Early Childhood Education HYBRID: Early Childhood Methods and Materials Course number Tuition and Other Costs for Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year EDUC Fall Fall EDUC Fall Fall EDUC Spring Spring Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $640 per credit hour N/A Evening $420 per credit hour N/A Part-time student Pay per credit hour (up to 12 N/A credit hours per semester) Full-time student $12,765 (12-18 credit hours per N/A semester) Online $420 per credit hour plus a $25 N/A technology fee per credit hour Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. LiveText e-portfolio -$100 Basic Skills testing N/A Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). ECE majors: 2 ECE endorsements: Eastern Iowa Community College Southeastern Community College Indian Hills Community College Kirkwood Community College 98 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

99 Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school years? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? Iowa Wesleyan College Student must take 30 final credits at IWC. Student must have at least 33 credit hours of junior/senior level coursework. We are considering adding the #100 endorsement. We are considering adding a master s program in ECE/ECSE. 4 Students are self-identified as citizens or not. IWC cross references with the info from SEVIS. Service learning emphasis Small class size Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 99

100 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Kaplan University n-licensure Patti Pelletier [email protected] Phone: Della Lofton [email protected] Phone: Lisa Carter [email protected] Phone: Mike Lorenz [email protected] Phone: Kaplan University ATTN Sara Skelton 1910 E. Kimberly Rd. Davenport, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree Description of License (if applicable) Name of College or University Issuing Credential Early Childhood Development Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours B.S. degree Kaplan University Total Credit Hours for Degree These are non-licensure programs EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K N/A N/A #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A N/A #262: PreK K Early Childhood N/A N/A Special Education EC Endorsement(s) Offered N/A N/A May an endorsement be earned as a N/A part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? At what level are endorsement classes offered? N/A 100 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

101 Early Childhood Program Information Kaplan University n-licensure Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Only the general college admission requirements apply for Kaplan University. Students are not required to meet Praxis/PPST/CBASE or other requirements. More information can be found at the following website: /Admissions_Requirements.aspx N/A Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. 20 courses on 20 courses on 5 20 courses on 4 different different tracks 4 different tracks (80) (100) with tracks (80) with multiple multiple with multiple sections open sections open sections open for enrollment for enrollment for enrollment All All All All All All Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 101

102 Kaplan University n-licensure Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Courses repeated on three different tracks approximately every 4 weeks Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Preparing for a Career In Early Childhood Development Introduction to Early Childhood Education and Curriculum Planning Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Early Childhood Curriculum Planning CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Infant, Toddler, and Early Childhood Development CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Child Safety, Nutrition, and Health CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Creative Activities for Young Children CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Young Children with Special Needs CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Children s Literacy CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Language Development in the Young Child Teaching Across Content - Math, Science and Sociology for Young Children Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks 102 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

103 Name of course Language and Social Skill Development for Young Children with Autism Teaching Art and Music in Early Childhood Course number Number of credits Kaplan University n-licensure Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Curriculum Development CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Learning Through Play in the Inclusive Classroom CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Teaching Young Children with Autism CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Behavior intervention and Strategies for Working with Young Children with Autism Bachelor s Capstone in Early Childhood Development Tuition and Other Costs for CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks CE Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time N/A N/A Evening N/A N/A Part-time student N/A N/A Full-time student N/A N/A Online $371 per credit hour N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: B.A.: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 103

104 Kaplan University n-licensure Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? Des Moines Area Community College Eastern Iowa Community College District Hawkeye Community College Indian Hills Community College Iowa Central Community College Iowa Lakes Community College Iowa Western Community College Kirkwood Community College rth Iowa Area Community College Southeastern Community College Southwestern Community College Western Iowa Tech Community College _Guidelines.aspx Credits earned in any combination of prior learning credit will not exceed 75 percent of the credits required. AAS in ECD is not accepting enrollment. Only BS in ECD accepting enrollment. 2 Our students are able to customize their degree plans to fit their career choice. Our courses are taught by practitioners in the field, which provide students with current information, knowledge, strategies, and trends happening in the field as well as in the classroom. 104 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

105 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Loras College David Salyer, Ph.D. Director, Teacher Education Program Wahlert Hall, Room 135 [email protected] Phone: Julie Dunn Director of Financial Planning [email protected] Phone: Jason Woods [email protected] Phone: J.T. Brown [email protected] Phone: Alta Vista St. Dubuque, Iowa Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree Elementary Education Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by Name of College or University Issuing Credential BOEE Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Loras College Total Credit Hours for Degree EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including Special Education (Unified) 62 total 24 distinct from elementary endorsement #103: PreK K N/A #106: PreK Grade 3 30 total 12 distinct from elementary endorsement #262: PreK K Early Childhood N/A Special Education May an endorsement be earned as a An endorsement can be earned: part of the degree program or is it As part of the Elementary Education degree considered an add-on? As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree At what level are endorsement classes offered? Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 105

106 Loras College Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. Have on record passing scores on the Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency (CAAP). Have a cumulative grade point average of not less than 2.75 in all course work attempted. Declare a major with the Registrar s Office with the stated intention to pursue a teaching license. Submit to the Division of Education Office the Application for Admission to Teacher Education including a biographical data form. Complete L.EDU 200 Foundations of Education and L.EDU 205 Foundations of Special Education with at least a grade of C. Complete L.EDU 265 Multicultural Education and any other professional Education courses attempted with a grade not less than a C. Complete each course attempted in the teaching specialization with a grade not less than a C. Complete specified college-level course in the following areas with a grade not less than a C: 3 credit hours of College Writing, Developmental Psychology, Group Communication and Public Speaking and Mathematical Modeling (at least the equivalent of College Algebra or L.LIB-112 for transfer students), or Mathematics for Teachers I and II. Gain approval of the Division of Education s Screening Committee. As specified by current state requirements. 106 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

107 Early Childhood Course Offerings Loras College Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): January term 3 weeks Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Courses offered once a year L.EDU 222 should come before methods courses Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course ne available at this time Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $608 per credit hour N/A Evening N/A N/A Part-time student $608 per credit hour N/A Full-time student $608 per credit hour N/A Online N/A N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Technology fees: $1, for full-time and $29.00 per credit for part-time. Other fees vary by credits Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) N/A Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 107

108 Loras College Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degree/endorsements awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? 14 N/A Transfer Equivalency Guides available for: Des Moines Area Community College Eastern Iowa Community College District Hawkeye Community College Indian Hills Community College Iowa Central Community College Kirkwood Community College Marshalltown Community College rtheast Iowa Community College rth Iowa Area Community College Most ECE classes transfer, some as electives. 64 from accredited two-year institutions 90 from accredited four year institution (or combination of two-year and four-year institutions) 1 The experiential focus of a Loras education demands that student understand theory through application. This leads student to hone their reflective thinking and problem solving skills. 108 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

109 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Luther College Dr. Jodi Meyer-Mork [email protected] Phone: Peggy Lensing, Controller [email protected] Phone: Scot Schaeffer, Vice President for Enrollment Management [email protected] Phone: [email protected] Phone: Fax: 700 College Dr. Decorah, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.A. Elementary Education Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by Name of College or University Issuing Credential BOEE Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Luther College 94 EC and El Ed 128 Total Credit Hours for Degree EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K A minimum of 12 credits is required if taken with the Elementary Education Major. If adding to another teaching area, a minimum of 28 credits is needed. #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A #262: PreK K Early Childhood N/A Special Education May an endorsement be earned as: a An endorsement is earned: part of the degree program or is it As part of the Elementary Education degree considered an add-on? Can be added by someone holding an elementary At what level are endorsement classes offered? education licensure. Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 109

110 Luther College Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Successful completion of ED 185/215: Clinical I GPA in major and overall. Successful completion of one of the Praxis Core or MTLE I. Satisfactory completion of introductory portfolio. Approval of candidate by education faculty. Before admission to the Teacher Education Program: Praxis Core: Reading: 156 Writing: 162 Mathematics: 150 Minnesota Teacher Licensure Exam (MTLE): Reading: 240 Mathematics: 240 Writing: 240 Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

111 Luther College Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Methods courses offered once a year. Core education courses for elementary education are offered each semester. Educational Psychology, Diverse and Exceptional Learner, and Instructional Strategies must be completed before Early Childhood I and II. Early Childhood 1I and II must be taken in sequence. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course ne available at this time Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Day time Evening Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) $1,364 per credit hour part-time $38,940 full-time $1,364 per credit hour part-time Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) N/A N/A $38,940 full-time Part-time student $1,336 per credit hour N/A Full-time student $38,940 N/A Online N/A N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe and list amounts. Credits taken post-b.a. / B.S. are charged 50% of undergraduate tuition. N/A Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Endorsement #103 = 5 2 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 111

112 Luther College Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? rtheast Iowa Community College general college agreement. Contact the Registrar or Vice President for Enrollment. 64 hours must be completed at Luther. In education, methods courses (junior- and senior-level) must be completed at Luther. changes are planned in the early childhood endorsement. 0 Approximately hour field experience in first or second year of program Candidates select schools across diverse settings for their field experiences and student teaching. 112 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

113 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Morningside College Joe Rosener Phone: Morningside Ave. Sioux City, IA Early Childhood Endorsements Offered EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K 16 credits #106: PreK Grade 3 #262: PreK K Early Childhood Special Education May an endorsement be earned as a The endorsement is not a Morningside endorsement. part of the degree program or is it The classes have been approved by the BOEE to use for the considered an add-on? PreK-K Endorsement. At what level are endorsement Graduate level classes offered? Admission and Program Information Early Childhood Program Information There are no admission requirements. The classes offered will meet the Iowa PreK-K Endorsement requirements. Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 113

114 Morningside College Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE May-July May-July Infant Toddler Mental Health EDUC Ongoing Ongoing Early Childhood: Program Planning EDUC Ongoing Ongoing Organization in Administration of LDA Summer Spring, Summer Early Childhood Programs Introduction to Early Childhood LDA Summer, Fall Summer, Fall Early Childhood Practicum LDA Ongoing Ongoing Tuition and Other Costs for Name of course Course Cost number Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE 133 $480 Infant Toddler Mental Health EDUC 772 $210 Early Childhood: Program Planning EDUC 773 $330 Organization in Administration of Early Childhood Programs LDA 841 $510 Introduction to Early Childhood LDA 842 $510 Early Childhood Practicum LDA 843 $210 Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year? To register for classes contact: What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? 22 PreK-K Endorsements 25 2 VESI Phone: Ask for: Morningside graduate credit Completely online Many courses offered ongoing and self-study options. 114 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

115 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Mount Mercy University Nancy Merryman, Director of Early Childhood Education [email protected] Phone: EXT 1266 Bethany Rinderknecht [email protected] Phone: Terri Crumley [email protected] Phone: EXT Chance McWorthy [email protected] Phone: EXT Elmhurst Dr. NE Cedar Rapids, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.S. Elementary Education B.S. Early Childhood Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Name of College or University Issuing Credential Department of Education Department of Education Education Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours 61 (plus at least one endorsement area) Total Credit Hours for Degree 123, assuming students successfully complete student teaching. Students may elect to go nonlicensure at any point in the program. Students may be refused recommendation for licensure at the student teaching juncture. EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including 40 Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K 31 #106: PreK Grade #262: PreK K Early Childhood Special Education N/A Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 115

116 Mount Mercy University EC Endorsement(s) Offered May an endorsement be earned as a part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? At what level are endorsement classes offered? An endorsement can be earned: As part of the Elementary Education degree As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree That is, individuals may return following graduation and licensure to add additional endorsements, including EC. Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. All sophomore level education courses have a minimum GPA of 2.5 prior to enrollment. Junior level courses require a GPA of 2.7. Students must obtain a minimum grade of C (2.0) in all required education courses. In order to be recommended for licensure, students must have successfully: Completed student teaching Complied with all TEP standards Maintained a minimum GPA of 2.7. CBASE required prior to admission to ED 233 Principles of Education (fall term, junior year): Score of 235 Limit of three opportunities to obtain required score. We also accept Praxis. A student guide provided by CBASE is available for individual use. Partnership with Kirkwood Community College: Currently students enrolled in some courses at MMU actually take those courses at KCC. Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

117 Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Mount Mercy University Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug (after 4pm) Courses offered once a year with the exception of Intro into Early Childhood; Health, Safety and Nutrition; and Infant/Toddler which are offered more often. A sequence is preferred but may be adjusted with permission of instructor. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course ne available at this time Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time N/A N/A Evening N/A N/A Part-time student $768 per credit hour $445 per credit hour for T.E.A.C.H. and PREP N/A Full-time student $28,226 per year N/A Online N/A N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. C-Base, textbooks and supplies (cost varies) N/A Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: 9 20 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 117

118 Mount Mercy University Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? Kirkwood Community College Students with an Iowa Community College degree meet all Mount Mercy core requirements with the exception of one religion or philosophy course. ransferadmissions/ A maximum of 63 hours accepted from two-year accredited programs 12 hours above 200 level courses in major must be completed at Mount Mercy Minimum of 30 consecutive semester hours at Mount Mercy must be completed immediately preceding graduation 0 Admission form asks whether students are US citizens Course work is coded to NAEYC standards, Iowa ELS, and MMU TEP goals. Classes blend traditional and nontraditional students. Field work integrated with course work. Partnership with Kirkwood Community College. Weekly supervision during student teaching. 118 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

119 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: rthwestern College Dr. Lila J. Sybesma [email protected] Phone: Eric Anderson Director of Financial Aid [email protected] Phone: EXT Kenton Pauls Dean of Enrollment Management [email protected] Phone: EXT Austin Nyhof Associate Registrar [email protected] Phone: EXT th St. SW Orange City, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.A. Elementary Education M.Ed. Early Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Name of College or University Issuing Credential Education Department Education Childhood Department Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Total Credit Hours for Degree Our B.A. degree leads to teacher licensure. B.A. with teacher licensure is a requirement of admittance to our M. Ed. Degree licensure. EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: B.A. Birth Grade 3, (face-to-face) including Special Education (Unified) #100: M.Ed. Endorsement (online) 19 M.Ed. degree with #100 (online) 37 Endorsement #103: PreK K N/A Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 119

120 rthwestern College EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #106: PreK Grade 3 16 #262: PreK K Early Childhood N/A Special Education May an endorsement be earned as a part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? At what level are endorsement classes offered? An endorsement can be earned: As part of the Elementary Education degree As an add-on for licensed teachers who wish to add another endorsement. Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level (in a face-to-face environment) Master s level endorsement classes are offered online. Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. For Undergraduate: Minimum GPA of 2.5 CORE- with passing scores 2 dispositions from college faculty members Entrance Portfolio approved Completed Field Hours For Master s level: Licensure Minimum GPA of 3.0 (probationary admission to those with ). For Undergraduate: Praxis- need to be taken prior to entrance to the Teacher Education Program. Must score 173 on all subtests or composite score of 522 with no score less than 170. Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of B.A. EC courses offered: Average number of M.Ed. EC courses offered online: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

121 Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? rthwestern College Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Courses offered once a year Courses can be taken out of sequence Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Collaboration & Advocacy in Early EDU Spring Childhood Programs Advanced Child Development EDU Summer Leadership of Early Childhood Programs EDU Summer Strategies for Early Literacy EDU Fall Development Teaching Young Children with EDU Fall Diverse Needs Science and Math in Early Childhood: EDU Fall A STEM Approach Student Teaching EDU Tuition and Other Costs Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Daytime Evening N/A N/A Part-time student Full-time student (face-toface) $28,750 tuition (12-18 credits) Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) N/A Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 121

122 rthwestern College Online Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Undergraduate: $440 per credit M. Ed: $300 per credit Minimum number of credit hours taken from rthwestern to earn the endorsement or degree is 80% of required credits. Technology Fee: $75-$100 per semester Courses by Arrangement Fee: $100 per credit Graduation Fee: $100 Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) N/A Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees/endorsements awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. N/A N/A N/A The majority of the courses for the endorsement must be fulfilled at rthwestern College. Any courses transferred in must be from the last seven years and competencies must be met, so syllabi are analyzed. We are no longer offering online early childhood B.A. courses. We have begun a master s degree with options for leadership or early childhood strands. 122 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

123 rthwestern College Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? 17 NW college education department is nationally accredited. We have an integration of faith with learning. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 123

124 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person in the Registrar s Office include name, , phone, and Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Saint Ambrose University Dr. Tom Carpenter Director, School of Education [email protected] Phone: Contact name: Julie Haack [email protected] Phone: Hilary Callas [email protected] Phone: Diane Schmidt [email protected] Phone: W Locust St. Davenport, IA Early Childhood or Elementary Education Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.A. Early Childhood Education B.A. Elementary Education Master of Early Childhood Education Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Name of College or School Issuing Credential Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Total Credit Hours for Degree School of Education School of Education 67 (plus in concentration area) MECE is not a licensure program. EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including Part of ECE degree Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K 18 #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A #262: PreK-K Early Childhood Special Education N/A 124 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

125 EC Endorsement(s) Offered May an endorsement be earned as a part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? At what level are endorsement classes offered? Saint Ambrose University An endorsement can be earned: As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Ed Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. ACT Score: : : 21 Successful passing of the Praxis CORE Exam. 3.0 cumulative GPA, 3.0 GPA in education courses. Completion of 50 field hours and a grade no lower than a B in EDUC 205. Receive an average rating of at least Developing (3) in the dispositional areas on the disposition rating form. Recommendation by EDUC 205 instructor and cooperating teacher. The Praxis CORE must be taken prior to admission with a score of: Math 150 Writing 162 Reading 156 Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: (MECE classes only) Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks) (MECE classes only): Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 125

126 Saint Ambrose University Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Courses offered once a year Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year All courses in the Masters of Early Childhood Education are online except for the ECE Summer Institute. Tuition and Other Costs for Day time Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) $28,100 per year (12-18 credit hours per semester) $866 per credit hour (for students attending under 12 hours per semester) Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) N/A Evening N/A N/A Part-time student $866 per credit hour (under 12 N/A credits per semester) Full-time student $28,100 per year (12-18 credits N/A per semester) Online N/A $550 per credit Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amts. N/A Technology fee: $280 full-time $140 part-time Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees/endorsements awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Early Childhood Faculty and Staff contacts: Early Childhood Education: Dr. Brenda Boleyn, Professor Dr. Sallee Beneke, Associate Professor Dr. Laurie Jeans, Assistant Professor 126 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

127 Saint Ambrose University Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? Transfer Course Equivalency with: Des Moines Area Community College Eastern Iowa Community College District Hawkeye Community College Indian Hills Community College Iowa Central Community College Kirkwood Community College rth Iowa Area Community College rtheast Iowa Community College Southeastern Community College more than 60 semester credit hours from a two-year institution may count toward the 120 semester credits required to graduate. The last 30 hours or the last 45 of last 60 hours must be earned at St. Ambrose. 0 Through admission to the University indicating U.S. citizenship. Students are in the field early and often, every methods course requires a practicum experience. We have a modified lab school through the Children s Campus (a child care/preschool facility) which allows for more intense training during field experiences. We have a strong liberal arts core required. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 127

128 Complete Name of College/University: (All this info is from Last Year, Tara says she received, but can t find this years!) Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and fax: Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid fax: Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions fax: Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s fax: Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Simpson College Dr. Jackie Crawford Office: Wallace 403C [email protected] Phone: General Number: ; Education Department: Tracie Pavon [email protected] Phone: EXT 1630; Unreported Alison Swanson [email protected] Phone: For transfer students: Gwen Schroder [email protected] Phone: Lynette Anderson [email protected] Phone: N C St. Indianola, IA Early Childhood or Elementary Education Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.A. Elementary Education K-6 with Endorsement #106 Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE. Name of College or School Issuing Credential Department of Education Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours 24 when added to the Elementary Education Majors Total Credit Hours for Degree 128 Early Childhood Endorsements Offered EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K Available in special N/A circumstances #106: PreK Grade 3 24 when added to the full BA program #262: PreK-K Early Childhood Special Education N/A 128 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

129 Simpson College EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only May an endorsement be earned as a An endorsement can be earned: part of the degree program or is it As part of the Elementary Education degree considered an add-on? As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree At what level are endorsement classes offered? Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level The graduate level Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by CAEP? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Ed Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. Completed Education 114 (Foundations of Education) with a "C-" or higher grade. Students may repeat Education 114 only once during a three year period. Attended a Teacher Education Orientation Workshop (generally as part of Education 114 or 129T) and signed the Orientation Attendance and passed the Preliminary FBI Background Check. Completed a minimum of ten (10) clock hours of field experience (generally as part of Education 114 or 129T). Received a positive recommendation from the Education 114 professor. Received the recommendation of the Education Department and approval of the Teacher Education Committee. Admitted to Gateway 1 for Teaching. The passing scores for C-BASE Basic Skills Tests are 250 or higher on each of three subtests (English, Writing, and Math). The C-BASE test is administered on campus through the Hawley Learning Center. Students are required to take the C-BASE test during their first education course at Simpson. They must pass the test within their first year of attendance at Simpson or they will not be allowed to continue to take Education courses. Hawley Academic Resource Center provides test taking tips and a study guide. Tutoring services are available through Hawley. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 129

130 Simpson College Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Each course offered once per year. We have a recommended sequence for most courses. Prerequisites are listed in our College Catalog. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course ne available at this time Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Day time $350 for 1-4 credit hours $462 for 1-4 credit hours Evening $350 for 1-4 credit hours $462 for 1-4 credit hours Part-time student $350 for 1-4 credit hours $462 for 1-4 credit hours Full-time student $34,175 (for full year, N/A credits per term and May Term) $656 fee for all full-time students Online difference in cost difference in cost Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amts. Parking: $50 Student Teaching: $205 Student Teaching ($205) 130 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

131 Simpson College Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC endorsements awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year? Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? Endorsement #106: 10 Endorsement #103: 0 (Rarely completed) 15 We are currently in the process of updating all agreements due to recent college curriculum and program changes. Several are in progress Complete at least 64 semester hours beyond that transferred in from two-year colleges and at least 32 semester hours of work beyond that transferred in from four-year colleges. 0 N/A Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 131

132 Simpson College What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? Students earn two majors one in Professional Studies in Elementary Education and one in Liberal Studies for Elementary Education. All students earn at least one endorsement in addition to the elementary education endorsement. Our students complete a field experience as part of their first class and continue to increase the number of field hours and responsibilities throughout their programs (completing well over 100 hours). All students complete a field experience at: the elementary level, secondary level, in urban settings, in small town settings, and frequently in rural and/or suburban districts. All of our field experience and practicum hours are observed by full-time education faculty. Our early childhood endorsement is #106 which covers birth through 3rd grade. A few students qualify for our #103 endorsement. Most students earn the elementary reading endorsement (#148) as well; the two endorsements are designed to dovetail and there is some overlap in the requirements. Field experiences are completed within a 35 mile radius which enables us to use our own staff to provide high quality and supportive supervision. 132 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

133 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: University of Dubuque Debra Stork [email protected] Phone: Tim Kremer [email protected] Phone: Melissa Gunnelson [email protected] Phone: Registrar [email protected] Phone: University Ave. Dubuque, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.S. Elementary Education with Endorsements #148 Reading K-8 and # 103 PreK-K Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE. (#102, 103, 148) Name of College or University Issuing Credential University of Dubuque Department of Education Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours El Ed with Reading end.=79 hours ECE end. additional 17 hours + student teaching=96 hours Total Credit Hours for Degree BS in El Ed with Reading end.=~130 or 147 including ECE end. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K 23 plus student teaching #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A #262: PreK K Early Childhood N/A Special Education May an endorsement be earned as a Add-on part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? At what level are endorsement classes offered? Undergraduate Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 133

134 University of Dubuque Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list. GPA: 27.5 Essay grades lower than a C Disposition average: 2.0 Prior to application to the program. The CAAP tests may be taken a total of three times until a student receives a passing score and meets the cumulative score of 175. Reading: 55 Mathematics: 55 Writing: 60 Essay: 3.25 The Praxis also accepted with combined score of 522: With no single score lower than 170 on each test in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics. Available in Academic Success Center Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Varies Varies Varies Average number of EC courses offered Varies Varies Varies online: Average number of EC courses offered in Varies Varies Varies accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after Varies Varies Varies 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

135 University of Dubuque Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Yearly, course schedules vary depending upon student need. Some have prerequisites. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Foundations of Early Childhood EDU Fall Education Early Childhood Development EDU Spring Nutrition for Early Childhood Education EDU 323 Spring Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Cost for Day time Evening Part -time student Full-time student Online Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) $645 per credit hour $645 per credit hour $645 per credit hour $26,950 per year $645 per credit hour Summer courses are $340 per credit Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). 4 #103 Endorsements recommended for licensure 1-2 The ECE AA at rtheast Iowa Community College does currently fulfill all the ECE endorsement requirements at the University of Dubuque. See registrar or Education Department Head See Admissions Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 135

136 University of Dubuque Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year: Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? 30 1 All Elementary Education majors will complete coursework for a K-8 reading endorsement. The University of Dubuque does have the Little Spartans Day Care/Preschool on campus for some of your ECE experiences. Field Experiences are part of coursework each semester. Field experiences and student teaching are completed within 30 miles of campus with qualified supervisors. UD also offers a distance experience in Huston, TX. Class sizes are small and instruction is focused on the student. Each student will have a faculty advisor to guide them through the program. Students have the opportunity to take an experiential January Term (J-TERM) class. These courses are designed to offer unique experiences and often involve a travel component. 136 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

137 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: University of Iowa Katherine S. Mossman [email protected] Phone: Name: Phone: Name: Phone: Name: Phone: Office of Education Services 310 Lindquist Center rth Iowa City, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.A. Early Childhood Education Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by Name of College or University Issuing Credential BOEE Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours College of Education 120 Total Credit Hours for Degree Elem Ed degree leads to teacher Licensure. EC is an added endorsement EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K 24 #106: PreK Grade 3 #262: PreK K Early Childhood Special Education May an endorsement be earned as a part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? An endorsement can be earned: As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree At what level are endorsement classes offered? Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 137

138 University of Iowa Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list. Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Varies Varies Varies Average number of EC courses offered Varies Varies Varies online: Average number of EC courses offered in Varies Varies Varies accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after Varies Varies Varies 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Varies Varies Varies Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: How many of those students will have or be eligible for teaching licenses? Varies 138 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

139 University of Iowa Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Unreported at this time Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition and Other Costs for Day time Evening Part -time student Full-time student Online Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year? Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? Kirkwood Community College 0 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 139

140 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: University of rthern Iowa Melissa L. Heston [email protected] Phone: Joyce Morrow [email protected] [email protected] Phone: Paul R. Sapp [email protected] [email protected] Phone: Mary Bauman [email protected] [email protected] Phone: Nielsen Field House Cedar Falls, IA Early Childhood (EC) or Elementary Education (El Ed) Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.A. Early Childhood Education M.A.E. Early Childhood Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Name of College or University Issuing Credential Education Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood Endorsements Offered Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Total Credit Hours for Degree College of Education College of Education Only the B.A. leads to teacher licensure. EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including Special Education (Unified) credit hours for individuals holding the K-6 regular education endorsement. #103: PreK K N/A #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A #262: PreK K Early Childhood Special Education 19 credit hours for individuals holding or earning other teaching endorsements. 140 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

141 University of rthern Iowa EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only May an endorsement be earned as a Endorsement #100 can be earned: part of the degree program or is it As part of the Early Childhood degree. considered an add-on? Endorsement #262 may only be earned as an add-on. At what level are endorsement classes offered? Endorsements are offered at the undergraduate level. Individuals with the K-6 regular education endorsement may complete endorsement # 100 in a post-ba program and these courses may be available for graduate credit. Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Education Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list grade index in all course work at UNI GPA in all course work (at UNI or elsewhere). Cumulative GPA of 2.50 in order to student teach. Grade of C (2.00) or higher in methods classes. CORE must be completed before student can be admitted to Teacher Education - typically by the end of the sophomore year. Student Services does offer assistance for these. Early Childhood Course Offerings Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in 2* 2* 0 accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): * Masters of Education only Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 141

142 University of rthern Iowa Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Undergraduate courses are offered both spring and fall. Graduate courses are offered on a two year rotation basis. Post BA courses are offered on a one year rotation. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Nutrition for Early Childhood Education Child, Family, Schools, Community Relationships Administration of Programs in Early Childhood Tuition and Other Costs for Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year NUTR Variable Maybe ELEM/EMCL 4149/5149 ELEM/ECML 4160/5160 Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) 3 Fall, Spring, maybe summer 1 Variable Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Day time N/A N/A Evening N/A N/A Part -time student $278 per credit hour $448 per credit hour Full-time student $3,904 (12+ credit hours) $4,610 (9+ credit hours) Online N/A N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amounts. Fees vary by credits Fees vary by credits Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: University of rthern Iowa 142 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

143 Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year? Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? General articulation agreements with all Iowa community colleges for the A.A. in Education. /transferplanit.cgi Up to 65 credits can be transferred from a community college and there is no limit on the number of credits transferred from a four-year institution. The last 32 hours must be completed at UNI to graduate. New courses will be required to better meet early childhood special education and home interventionist needs. We will start a new Master s in Early Childhood Cohort in fall of We will start a new post BA program leading to Endorsement #100 in June Breadth/depth of field experiences. Inclusive practices for children with special needs. IEPs English Language Learners Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 143

144 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Upper Iowa University Dr. Cindy Waters [email protected] Phone: Jean Barness Office: Garbee Hall [email protected] Phone: Storm Schmitt Office: Parker-Fox Hall [email protected] Phone: Unreported Holly Streeter Office: Garbee Hall-IEC [email protected] Phone: Unreported 605 Washington St. PO Box 1857 Fayette, IA Early Childhood or Elementary Education Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.A. Pre-K through Grade 3 B.A. Pre-K through Grade 3 including Special Education B.A. Elementary Education Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Name of College or School Issuing Credential Andres School of Education Andres School of Education Andres School of Education Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Total Credit Hours for Degree Early Childhood Endorsements Offered EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including 54 Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K 22 #106: PreK Grade 3 25 #262: PreK-K Early Childhood Special Education N/A 144 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

145 Upper Iowa University EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only May an endorsement be earned as a An endorsement can be earned: part of the degree program or is it As part of the Elementary Education degree considered an add-on? As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree At what level are endorsement classes offered? Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Ed Degree Program? When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood Courses? If so, list. To be admitted into the Teacher Education Program: Students must successfully complete EDU 110 Foundations of American Education with a grade of C or above. Successfully complete the Foundations practicum; must earn an Upper Iowa cumulative grade point average of 2.70 or above. Must have an appropriate rating from two student-selected instructional staff members on Assessment of Dispositional Professional Qualities in Teacher Education Program Pre- Service Educator: Admittance to Teacher Education Program. Prior to admittance into the Teacher Education Program: CBASE or above on each English, Math, Writing Davenport Des Moines Waterloo Mesa, AZ Early Childhood Course Offering Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 145

146 Upper Iowa University Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug Courses offered at least once a year at each center Some offered twice a year EDU 451 is a prerequisite for: EDU 455 Methods & Curriculum of Early Childhood EDU 456 Administration & Supervision of Early Childhood EDU 459 Home, School, Community Relations. Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course Introduction to Early Childhood Education Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year ECED 451/551 3 Starting 8/15 Fall I 2015 Tuition Cost and Other Costs for FAYETTE CAMPUS Day time Evening Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) $26,084 (12-19 credit hours) per semester ¾ time (9-11 credit hours) per semester $9,781 ½ time (6-8 credit hours) per semester $6,521 < (6 credit hours) per semester $909 $365 per credit hour per semester $425 per credit hour per semester Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) N/A N/A 146 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

147 Part-time student Full-time student Online Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) ¾ time (9-11 credit hours) per semester $9,781 ½ time (6-8 credit hours) per semester $6,521 < (6 credit hours) per semester $909 $365 per credit hour per semester $26,084 (12-19 credit hours) per semester $405 per credit hour per semester Vary by credits Upper Iowa University Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) N/A N/A N/A Other cost considerations? N/A Please describe & list amts. SATELLITE SITES On Campus $406 per credit N/A Online $423 per credit N/A Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. Prekindergarten-Grade 3: 3 Prekindergarten-Grade 3 including Special Education: 6 8 Des Moines Area Community College Hawkeye Community College Kirkwood Community College rtheast Iowa Community College rth Iowa Area Community College Southwestern Community College /articulation/articulation.html Twenty-four of the last 30 credits required for graduation must have been taken from Upper Iowa. Some restructuring of courses. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 147

148 Upper Iowa University Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year? Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to others? 13 They must provide documentation if they are international students. Two at a time concept (2 three-credit courses per eight-week term) 148 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

149 Complete Name of College/University: Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, , phone, and Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar s Mailing Address of College/University: College/University Website: Wartburg College Kimberly Eversman [email protected] Phone: Contact name: Contact Phone: Contact name: Contact Phone: Sheree Covert [email protected] Phone: Wartburg Blvd. Waverly, IA Early Childhood or Elementary Education Degrees Offered Title of Degree B.A. Elementary Education with Early Childhood Endorsement Description of License (if applicable) Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE Name of College or School Issuing Credential Education Department Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain. Early Childhood or El Ed Credit Hours Total Credit Hours for Degree 24 course credits 36 course credits (1 course credit = 3.5 sh) Early Childhood Endorsements Offered EC Endorsement(s) Offered or Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only #100: Birth Grade 3, including N/A Special Education (Unified) #103: PreK K N/A #106: PreK Grade 3 N/A #262: PreK-K Early Childhood N/A Special Education May an endorsement be earned as a part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on? An endorsement can be earned: As part of the Elementary Education degree At what level are endorsement classes offered? Endorsements are offered at: The undergraduate level Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 149

150 Wartburg College Early Childhood Program Information Admission and Program Information Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the rth Central Association of Colleges and Schools? Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)? In addition to the general college admission requirements and the Praxis/PPST/CBASE, what are the admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program and/or Elementary Ed Degree Program? Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests: When do they need to be completed and what scores are required? Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided? Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood Courses? 2.5 cumulative grade point average course in the professional core or endorsement area below C- Dispositions of an effective-reflective teacher Praxis I: total of 455 on the three tests or Reading: 156 Writing: 154 Mathematics: 131 Early Childhood Course Offering Sept. Dec. Jan. May June Aug. Average number of EC courses offered: Average number of EC courses offered online: Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks): Average number of EC night courses (after pm): Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays: Average number of courses instructed in Spanish: Early Childhood Course Information Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated: Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence? Courses offered every other year 150 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

151 Wartburg College Available Online Early Childhood Coursework Name of course ne available at this time Course number Number of credits Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Offered as an online course in which semesters of the school year Tuition Costs for Resident Undergraduate Tuition (identify if per course or per credit) Day time N/A N/A Evening N/A N/A Part-time student $1,750 per credit hour per N/A semester plus a $95 fee Full-time student $33,400 per year N/A Online N/A N/A Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amts. Vary N/A Resident Graduate Tuition (if applicable) (identify if per course or per credit) Early Childhood Faculty and Staff Number of EC degrees awarded by type in the school year: Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor: Articulation Do you have an articulation agreement in place with any community colleges early childhood programs? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements. Do you have course equivalent guides? Please provide a link or text which describes student degree transfer policy (from 2-year institutions to this university). Minimum number of credit hours required to be taken at the degree awarding college or university in order to receive a degree: Must they occur at any certain time in the degree earning process? Are any programmatic changes planned for the academic school year? If so, please list. 5 2 A transfer student can be admitted to the Teacher Education program after one term at Wartburg and has met the other criteria. A student would need to start at least one term prior to student teaching. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 151

152 Wartburg College Additional Information Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarships in school year? Are students required to verify their immigration status prior to admission? If so, how? What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to theirs? 0 CAEP; four-year program Possible off-campus experiences: New York, New York Denver, Colorado All courses taught and supervision by tenured, earned-doctorate professors. 152 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

153 Index of EC Endorsements or Bachelor Degrees Offered by College 103 = PreK-K 106 = PreK-Grade 3 100=Birth-Grade 3, including Special Education (Unified) 262 = PreK-K Early Childhood Special Education Iowa Accredited College or University ECE Endorsements or ECE Degrees Offered Ashford University BA in Elementary Education with endorsement 103 Buena Vista University BA in Elementary Education with endorsement 103 Dordt College BA in Elementary Education and endorsement 100 or 106 Drake University BS in Elementary Education with endorsement 100 or 103 Kaplan University BS in Early Childhood Education (no licensure) Graceland University BA in Elementary Education and endorsement 106 Iowa State University BA in Early Childhood with endorsement 100 or 262 BS in Child, Adult, and Family Services, Child Option (no licensure) BA in Early Childcare Education and Programming (ECP) through GPIDEA online (non-licensure) Iowa Wesleyan College BA in Early Childhood and endorsement 103 BS in Elementary Education and endorsement 103 Loras College BA in Elementary Education with endorsement 100 or 106 Luther College BA in Elementary Education with endorsement 103 Morningside College Endorsement 103 Mount Mercy University BS in Early Childhood with endorsement 100, 103, or 106 rthwestern College BA in Elementary Education with endorsement 100 or 106 M.Ed. Early Childhood Saint Ambrose University BA in Early Childhood with endorsement 100 or 103 Master of Early Childhood Education Simpson College BA in Elementary Education with endorsement 106 University of Dubuque BS in Elementary Education with endorsement 103 University of Iowa B.A. Early Childhood Education with endorsement 103 University of rthern Iowa BA in Early Childhood Education with endorsement 148 (this endorsement is part of the degree) and 100, 103, or 106 M.A.E. Early Childhood Education Upper Iowa University BA in PreK-Grade 3 with endorsement 100, 103 or 106 Wartburg College BA in Elementary Education with endorsement 103 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 153

154 Information Regarding the Iowa Teacher Licensure Standards for Early Childhood Education There are several types of teacher licensure endorsements currently recognized in Iowa as acceptable for teaching young children age birth through age 8. They are the following: 1. Endorsement 103 Teacher Pre-Kindergarten through Kindergarten 2. Endorsement 106 Teacher Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 3 3. Endorsement 100 Teacher Birth through Grade 3 including Special Education (Endorsement 100 is also referred to as the Unified Teacher Licensure. Unified means Early Childhood and Early Childhood Special Education combined. Some positions in Iowa s early childhood systems require licensure; some do not. For some positions, one endorsement may be more desirable than another. Be sure to talk to your employer, your college academic counseling service, and your T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA counselor to help make the right choice. To obtain an Iowa teacher s license, you must attend a recognized Iowa teacher preparing institution that offers the appropriate program for the early childhood education licensure and meet that institution s current requirements for the endorsement. This will include a professional education core, a human relations course, student teaching at the preschool level, and a Praxis test, as well as other general education core and early childhood course requirements. You must also receive that institution s baccalaureate degree and recommendation for a teacher s license. If you have attended an out of state institution, you must contact the Iowa State Board of Educational Examiners to obtain the procedure required for obtaining the Iowa teacher s license. You may apply for as many additional endorsements as you would like with that license, provided current requirements for those additional endorsements have been met. Once the original license has been issued, you may add other endorsements to that license upon proper application to the State Board of Educational Examiners, provided current requirements for that additional endorsement have been met. Institutions of higher education (colleges and universities) must be approved through the Iowa Department of Education and the Board of Educational Examiners to offer the various endorsements, and one institution may not offer the curricula necessary for each of these listed above. Therefore, as a student and a consumer of education, you need to know which type of endorsement(s) you want, and take that into consideration when you are selecting a college to attend next. For further information regarding licensure contact: Iowa Board of Educational Examiners Grimes State Office Building 400 E Grand Ave. Des Moines, IA Phone: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

155 Four-year Colleges without Early Childhood Programs Allen College 1825 Logan Ave. Waterloo, IA Phone: Website: Briar Cliff University 3303 Rebecca St. Sioux City, IA Phone: Website: Central College 812 University St. Pella, IA Phone: Website: Clarke College 1550 Clarke Dr. Dubuque, IA Phone: Website: Coe College st Ave. NE Cedar Rapids, IA Phone: Website: Cornell College st St. W Mount Vernon, IA Phone: Website: Emmaus Bible College 2570 Asbury Rd. Dubuque, IA EXT 0 Website: Grandview University 1200 Grandview Ave. Des Moines, IA Phone: Website: Grinnell College 1210 Park Ave. Grinnell, IA Phone: Website: Hamilton College st St. Des Moines, IA Phone: Website: Vatterott College 6100 Thornton Ave. Ste. 290 Des Moines, IA Phone: Website: Vennard College th Ave. University Park, IA Phone: Website: Waldorf College 106 S 6 th St. Forest City, IA Phone: Website: William Penn University 201 Truebood Ave. Oskaloosa, IA Phone: Website:

156 Financial Aid There are many forms of financial aid (loans, grants, and tax credits) available to child care providers and early childhood education students in Iowa. Many employers offer tuition support or scholarships to their employees. T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA is available for teachers and providers who work full-time in regulated child care settings. The early education workforce and full-time college students will want to determine eligibility for federally funded financial aid as well. A Pell grant or similar form of aid will greatly reduce the eligible student s share of costs for tuition and other expenses. All colleges begin the process of determining eligibility for financial aid in the same way. Completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) may be done online at A paper copy of this form may be obtained through any college or university s financial aid office, and in many public libraries in Iowa. Students should know that this financial aid is determined by their own family s financial need, and may vary year to year based on funding available at the federal level and to each individual college. Typically, a grant does not need to be re-paid, while loans do require a signed commitment to re-pay, often (but not always) delaying this repayment until the student has completed college. Students should apply as soon as possible after January 1 each year for the following school year. You must re-apply every year. Usually it is advisable to wait until the family s tax return has been completed for the previous year, as this information is required on the form. The earlier all paperwork is completed, the more likely that more forms of financial aid will be available, if you are eligible. Students eligible for a Pell grant or other forms of federal financial aid may also be eligible for T.E.A.C.H. or other support, contact us at [email protected] or (515) for more information. Students in early childhood education will also want to learn about Hope Scholarships and Lifetime Learning Tax Credits, as well as other tax credits and forgivable loans that may be available to those seeking employment in certain designated fields following graduation. Consult your college financial aid office for more information. Our website has additional information, go to Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

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159 Other Scholarship or Financial Aid Opportunities t able to receive a T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship What next? If your program will not sign a T.E.A.C.H. contract, or you are not able to receive a T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA scholarship, be sure to go to your college financial aid office for help. Below are several other resources that might be helpful. Be sure to apply for FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). This is part of the U.S. Department of Education and allows you to apply for federal aid online. The fastest way to file the FAFSA is online at This web-based form includes online assistance and can be processed faster by signing the FAFSA with your FSA ID. The FSA ID replaces the Federal Student Aid PIN. If you already have a PIN, you can you re your information to your new FSA ID by entering your PIN while registering for your FSA ID. (This will save you time when registering for your FSA ID.) However, a PIN is not required to create an FSA ID. The Federal Student Aid PIN was replaced with the FSA ID on May 10, The new FSA ID consists of a user-created username and password to electronically access personal information on Federal Student Aid Web sites. Once FSA ID has been implemented, you will be directed to create your username and password. Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (IRS DRT) to update your FAFSA with IRS tax return information. If you have already submitted a FAFSA and would like to use the IRS DRT, click Login to start a correction. Once in the FAFSA, navigate to the Finances section, where the option to use the IRS DRT displays for eligible students and parents. You must indicate that you have completed a Federal tax return to be eligible to use the IRS DRT. Paper forms for mailing can be obtained by calling FEDAID ( ). You must complete a new FAFSA for each new school year. You should gather the documents you need in advance. Ex: Social Security number, driver s license, income tax return, bank investments and investment records, your alien registration number (if you are not a U.S. citizen). Keep in mind that you NEVER have to pay for a FAFSA to be processed! A completed FAFSA is your application for federal and state scholarship and grant programs. It is used to determine eligibility for Federal Stafford and PLUS Loans. Additionally, some colleges use the results of FAFSA to determine eligibility for their own aid. You should apply as early in the year as possible. After submitting your FAFSA, you will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR). You should get this within a few days if you apply electronically and within a few weeks if you filed by paper. The SAR will give your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). This number measures your financial need and determines your eligibility. The SAR is sent to each college or university that you list on your FAFSA. Keep in mind that scholarships and grants do not need to be paid back, but student loans do. Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 159

160 Examples of aid through FAFSA: Pell Grant: This is federal money awarded that is based on financial need and does not have to be paid back. Pell Grants are awarded to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor s or professional degree. They are issued to the college/university you designate. Stafford Loans: These loans are available to undergraduate and graduate students of all income levels. There are two types: Subsidized Stafford Loans, for those with demonstrated financial need. The interest is paid by the government while you are enrolled in school at least half time, during your sixmonth grace period. And Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, for those who do not have to demonstrate financial need to qualify. You will be charged interest when you receive the funds until the loan is paid off. Individual College/University Scholarships: Schools may offer scholarships each year based on merit and/or achievement. Many of these scholarships consider financial need based on FAFSA results. Scholarship selection at individual schools is sometimes competitive and not all applicants will receive a scholarship. Many scholarships may require full-time enrollment and maintaining a specific grade point average. The scholarships are sometimes available in specific majors and departments. Some scholarships may be based on diversity. Be sure to look at your schools website or contact the school s financial aid office regarding individual school scholarships. The following are some options for financing school if you do not receive grants, scholarships or Stafford Loans: Tuition Payment Plans: Some schools allow you to make payments over several months on your tuition. Federal Perkins Loans: Some schools receive funding from the federal government to make low interest loans to students with financial need. Federal Grad PLUS Loans: For students enrolled at least half time in graduate and professional programs. Private Loans: Use only as a last resort. They are not federally insured and may be more costly. Iowa College Aid: Iowa College Aid provides a scholarship search at to several reputable scholarship searches that allows you to customize your search for local, national, and college-specific scholarships. Iowa College Aid has additional information on financial aid, student loans, higher education tax benefits, etc. Here is their contact information: Phone: [email protected] Website: Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

161 Teacher Loan Forgiveness Programs: TEACH Grant Program: (This is different from T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood IOWA Scholarship program).through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, Congress created the Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program that provides grants of up to $4,000 per year to students who intend to teach in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from lowincome families. For more information, go to the following website You should also contact the financial aid office at the college where you will be enrolled to find out if they will participate in the TEACH Grant Program. In exchange for receiving a TEACH Grant, you must agree to serve as a full-time teacher in a highneed field in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves low-income students. You must teach for at least 4 academic years within 8 calendar years of completing the program of study for which you received a TEACH Grant. If you fail to complete this service obligation, all amounts of TEACH Grants that you received will be converted to a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan. You must then repay this loan to the U.S. Department of Education. You will be charged interest from the date the grant(s) was disbursed. Federal Teacher loan Forgiveness Program FFELP and Direct Loans: This is a nationwide program funded by the U.S. Department of Education. You must be teaching in a low-income building for 5 consecutive years before applying and receiving any loan forgiveness. Borrowers will receive $5000 or $17,500 maximum depending on teaching subject area(s). Go to for more information. Federal Perkins Loan Teacher Cancellation: You can receive 100% of the Perkins Loan balance eligible for loan forgiveness if you work full-time teaching in a low-income building or subject shortage area. Contact the college or university that issued the Federal Perkins Loan(s) to apply. Go to for more information. Iowa Teacher Shortage Loan Forgiveness Program: You must be a licensed teacher in Iowa shortage areas who started first teaching job on or after July 1, This is funded by the state of Iowa and the benefits vary. Apply online between January and March. Call or go to Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities 161

162 Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Borrowers may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance due on their eligible federal student loans after they have made 120 payments on those loans under certain repayment plans while employed full-time by certain public service employers. Since borrowers must make the 120 monthly payments on their eligible federal student loans beginning after October 1, 2007 before they qualify for the loan forgiveness, the first cancellations of loan balances will not be granted until October, Go to for more information. Child Care Provider Loan Forgiveness Demonstration Program: Borrowers may have 20% of their total loans forgiven after 2 years of service. An additional 20% is forgiven after completing a 3 rd consecutive year of qualifying service, and rises to an additional 30% after each of the 4 th and 5 th consecutive years of service. Go to www2.ed.gov/programs/ccplfd/index.html for more information. Student Loan Repayment Plan: The Department of Education announced in January of 2013 that borrowers can take advantage of a new repayment plan that could lower their monthly federal student loan bills. The plan is called Pay As You Earn and it caps the monthly payments for recent graduates at an amount that is affordable, based on their income. Borrowers may pay more in interest in the long run, but this option can provide relief on loan payments in the early years of repayment. The Department of Education has developed a resource called the Financial Awareness Counseling Tool, which helps borrowers establish an individual budget and gives repayment tips and strategies to avoid default. To access the tool and for more information about loan repayment plans, go to studentaid.gov. Tax Credits: Life Learning Tax Credit: This may be claimed for the qualified tuition and expenses of students in the taxpayer s family who are enrolled in eligible educational institutions. Contact for Lifetime Learning Credit American Opportunity and Hope Tax Credits: Contact for American Opportunity and Hope Tax Credits: You cannot claim both a Lifetime Learning Credit and an American Opportunity or Hope Tax Credit for the same student in the same year. 162 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

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