The State Early Childhood Education Short Certificates of Specialization (20 credits) provides early childhood educators with the option to choose out of five focused areas of study. This consists of the State Early Childhood Education Initial Certificate, Child Development (5 credit) and the specialized area of interest (3 credit). This certificate aligns with the general staff qualification education requirements for staff interested in lead teacher positions in child care centers or for leading a family home childcare facility. The State Early Childhood Education, Short Certificate of Specialization Administration of Early Childhood Education prepares early childhood providers to develop skills to manage and improve early childhood facilities and become familiar with resources and support for meeting state regulations. All of the classes in this certificate will apply towards an AAS Degree in Early Childhood Education.