Oakland Community College - Children and Families
ARTICULATION AGREEMENT PROGRAM GUIDE
Exhibit A
Associate in Applied Science
Early Childhood Education
Oakland Community College
Bachelor of Arts
Children and Families
University of Michigan-Dearborn
EXHIBIT A
ARTICULATION GUIDE
Oakland Community College:
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in
Early Childhood Education
UM-Dearborn:
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in
Children and Families
Oakland Community College - Before Transfer
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Semester 1: | |
| ECE 1404: Introduction to Early Childhood Careers | 3 |
| ECE 1500: Infant & Toddler Curriculum | 4 |
| ENG 1510: Composition I | 3 |
| PSY 2510: Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Semester 2: | |
| ECE 1414: Early Childhood Activities | 4 |
| ECE 1515: Family & Community Connections | 3 |
| ENG 1520: Composition II | 3 |
| PSY 2710: Child Development | 3 |
| Semester 3: | |
| ECE 1424: Early Childhood Education Curriculum Content | 2 |
| ECE 1525: School-age Care & Curriculum | 2 |
| PSY 2730: Survey of the Exceptional Child | 3 |
| Semester 4: | |
| ECE 2405: Professional Issues in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 2407: Early Childhood Internship Capstone | 3 |
| ECE 2450: Educating the “at Risk” Child in an Early Childhood Environment | 3 |
| Gen Ed Fine Arts/Humanities | 3 |
| Elective any course 1000 or higher | 3 |
| Semester 5: | |
| ECE 1505: Early Childhood Nutrition, Health, and Safety | 3 |
| ECE 2415: Administration of ECE Programs | 3 |
| Gen Ed Math/Science | 3 |
| Suggested transferable elective course 1000 or higher | 3 |
| Electives (Variable) | |
| Select credit hours needed to reach minimum degree requirement. Recommended Courses: | - |
General Education--Michigan Transfer Agreement plan*
Students who complete a Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA or MACRAO), including two semesters of college composition, will satisfy all lower level general distribution requirements at UM-Dearborn.
Students who do not complete a Michigan Transfer Agreement will have additional requirements. See a Henry Ford counselor or academic advisor for specific MTA courses and requirements or visit:
http://catalog.oaklandcc.edu/graduation-requirements/michigan-transfer-agreement/
| Requirement | Minimum |
|---|---|
| 2 Courses in English Composition and/or Communications: Please refer to the following website for course options: http://catalog.oaklandcc.edu/graduation-requirements/michigan-transfer-agreement/ | 6 |
| Mathematics--1 course: Please refer to the following website for course options: http://catalog.oaklandcc.edu/graduation-requirements/michigan-transfer-agreement/ | 3-6 |
| Humanities & Fine Arts--2 Courses from 2 different disciplines Please refer to the following website for course options: http://catalog.oaklandcc.edu/graduation-requirements/michigan-transfer-agreement/ | 3-4 |
| Sciences--2 courses needed from different subject areas, with one course containing a lab Please refer to the following website for course options: http://catalog.oaklandcc.edu/graduation-requirements/michigan-transfer-agreement/ | 6-11 |
| Social Sciences--2 courses: Must be from different disciplines Please refer to the following website for course options: http://catalog.oaklandcc.edu/graduation-requirements/michigan-transfer-agreement/ | 3-4 |
| If needed, complete an additional course(s) from the applicable general education categories above to reach the minimum 30 MTA required credit hours | - |
ARTICULATION AGREEMENT PROGRAM GUIDE
Associate in Applied Science
Early Childhood Education
Oakland Community College
General Education and Supportive Courses (21 CH)
| Oakland Community College | Credits | UM-Dearborn |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 1510 Composition I | 3 CH | COMP 105 |
| ENG 1520 Composition II | 3 CH | COMP 106 |
| PSY 2510 Introduction to Psychology | 3 CH | PSYC 101 |
| PSY 2710 Child Development | 3 CH | EDC 240 |
| PSY 2730 Survey of the Exceptional Child | 3 CH | EDC 460 |
| Fine Arts/Humanities (MTA applicable course) | 3 CH | TBD – DDC HA |
| Mathematics or Science (MTA applicable course) | 3 CH | TBD – DDC Math or Science |
Early Childhood Education Course Requirements (33 CH)
| Oakland Community College | Credits | UM-Dearborn |
|---|---|---|
| ECE 1404 Introduction to Early Childhood Careers | 3 CH | EDUC 1404x |
| ECE 1414 Early Childhood Activities | 4 CH | EDUC 1414x |
| ECE 1424 Early Childhood Education Curriculum | 2 CH | EDUC 1424x |
| ECE 1500 Infant and Toddler Curriculum | 4 CH | EDUC 1500x |
| ECE 1505 Early Childhood Nutrition, Health and Safety | 3 CH | EDF 450 |
| ECE 1515 Family and Community Connections | 3 CH | EDC 442 |
| ECE 1525 School-age Care and Curriculum | 2 CH | EDUC 1525x |
| ECE 2405 Professional Issues in Early Childhood Education | 3 CH | EDUC 2405x |
| ECE 2407 Early Childhood Internship Capstone | 3 CH | EDUC 2407x |
| ECE 2415 Administering of Early Childhood Education Programs | 3 CH | EDB 422 |
| ECE 2450 Educating the ‘at Risk’ Child in Early Childhood Environment | 3 CH | EDUC 2450x |
Electives (6 CH)
| Requirement | Credits | UM-Dearborn |
|---|---|---|
| *Social Science (Select from an MTA approved course, non-PSY discipline.) | 3 CH | TBD – DDC SBA |
| *Fine Arts / Humanities (Select from MTA approved courses in a different disciplines then the other one chosen.) | 3 CH | TBD – DDC HA |
| Item | Credits | UM-Dearborn |
|---|---|---|
| Total Requirements for A.A.S. | 60 CH | |
| Additional Credit Hours to be Taken: | 12 CH | |
| *Mathematics (If a mathematics course was not chosen to satisfy the A.A.S. requirement then select one from MTA approved course.) | 0-4 CH | TBD – DDC |
| *Natural Sciences (If a natural science was not chosen to satisfy the A.A.S. requirement then select from MTA approved courses in two different disciplines, one must contain a laboratory. If a course was then select one course.) | 4-8 CH | TBD – DDC NS |
| **Additional Electives (Electives to be selected in consultation with an OCC counselor to ensure transferability and utilization of courses.) | 5-8 CH | TBD |
| Total C redit Hours Taken at OCC: | 72 CH |
UM-Dearborn Coursework - After Transfer:
Major Requirements
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| EDC 412 – Social Development/Positive Guidance Techniques | 3 |
| EDC 414 – Early Childhood Special Needs | 3 |
| EDC 439 – Child Maltreatment and Trauma | 3 |
| HHS 210 – Introduction to Social Work | 3 |
| HHS 305 – Introduction to Therapeutic Play | 3 |
| HHS 310 – System of Care | 3 |
| HHS 312 – Family Preservation and Recovery | 3 |
Concentration Requirements (Students select one concentration)
Child Studies Concentration:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| EDA 419: Early Literacy and Language Development | 3 |
| EDD 406/410 – Early Childhood Strategies | 4 |
| EDD 411/412 – Early Childhood Directed Teaching & Seminar | 6 |
| EDD 446 – Intervention Strategies in Early Childhood | 3 |
Agency Focus Concentration:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| HHS 350 – Community Organizing for Health | 3 |
| HHS 407 – Fundraising and Grant writing | 3 |
| HHS 425 – Working with Children in a Healthcare Setting | 3 |
| EDD 418 – Children and Families Internship | 4 |
| SOC 200 – Understanding Society | 3 |
| Item | Credits |
|---|---|
| University Electives | 11 |
| Maximum Oakland County Credits = | 72 |
| Minimum credits at UM-Dearborn = | 48 |
| Minimum credits for Bachelor of Arts in Children and Families - 120 credit hours |
ARTICULATION AGREEMENT PROGRAM GUIDE
Bachelor of Arts
Children and Families
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Remaining UMD Degree Requirements (48 Credit Hours)
Required Major Courses (28 Credit Hours)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| EDC 412 Social Development/Positive Guidance Techniques | 3 CH |
| EDC 414 Early Childhood Special Needs | 3 CH |
| EDC 439 Child Maltreatment & Trauma | 3 CH |
| HHS 210 Introduction to Social Work | 3 CH |
| HHS 305 Introduction to Therapeutic Play | 3 CH |
| HHS 310 System of Care | 3 CH |
| HHS 312 Family Preservation & Recovery | 3 CH |
Select One Concentration:
Child Studies (16 Credit Hours)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| EDA 419 Early Literacy and Language Development | 3 CH |
| EDD 406/410 Early Childhood Strategies | 4 CH |
| EDD 411/412 Early Childhood Directed Teaching Seminar | 6 CH |
| EDD 446 Intervention Strategies in Early Childhood | 3 CH |
Agency Focused (16 Credit Hours)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| HHS 350 Community Organizing for Health | 3 CH |
| HHS 407 Fundraising & Grant Writing | 3 CH |
| HHS 425 Working with Children in Health Settings | 3 CH |
| EDD 418 Children and Families Internship | 4 CH |
| SOC 200 Understanding Society | 3 CH |
| Item | Credits |
|---|---|
| Additional C redit Hours | 5 CH |
Notes:
- Students must have an overall GPA of a 2.0 in order to be eligible for admission consideration to the University of Michigan-Dearborn and the Children and Families program.
- Students should meet with an OCC Counselor prior to following this Articulation Agreement Program Guide.
- Deviation from this guide may result in non-transferable and/or applicable OCC coursework, resulting in additional requirements.
- This guide does not include any remedial courses and may not include prerequisite requirements.
- This Articulation Agreement Program Guide includes the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) and additional UM-Dearborn degree/program requirements beyond the A.A.S. degree requirements.
- The University of Michigan-Dearborn requires that a minimum of a “C” (2.0) be earned in each course in order to be considered for transfer credit, non-germane and remedial courses may not qualify for transfer credit.
- The Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) requires a minimum of a “C” (2.0) grade earned in each applicable course in order to fulfill the category requirement and to receive the MTA endorsement. The MTA endorsement will satisfy all of the University of Michigan-Dearborn’s Dearborn Discovery Core Requirements except for XXX.
- *Preferred course selection and required for the UM-Dearborn Children and Families program. Deviation may result in additional coursework at UM-Dearborn after transfer.
- **Elective credit hours to be selected in consultation with an OCC counselor to ensure transferability and utilization at UMD.
For questions regarding the Children and Families program or to schedule an appointment with an advisor please contact the University of Michigan-Dearborn at xxx-xxx-xxxx or refer to the advising web page xxxxxx.