Transfer guides are created and maintained to help students and staff make appropriate course and program choices. The guides show how the requirements for the appropriate Community College of Philadelphia associate degree transfer to the bachelor's institution. It is, however, possible for program requirements at Community College of Philadelphia or the transfer institution to change without advanced notice.
Students are advised to visit with a Community College of Philadelphia academic advisor or counselor for further assistance. To schedule an appointment with an academic advisor, login to MyCCP for the Starfish Connect appointment system, call 215-751-8777 or stop by BG-12 on Main Campus. To schedule an appointment with a counselor, call 215-751-8169, email counseling@ccp.edu or stop by BG-7 on Main Campus. Academic advisors and counselors are also available at the Regional Centers.
General Information:
This guide reflects the requirements for the Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Education: Early Childhood (Birth to 4th Grade)in the Spring 2018, 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 College catalogs at Community College of Philadelphia for transfer to the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Early Childhood Education OR Early Childhood Studies at Eastern University. A grade of “C” or higher is needed for courses to transfer. Completion of this A.A. leads to junior standing in the B.S. in Early Childhood Education OR Early Childhood Studies at Eastern University.
All undergraduate candidates seeking an initial state-approved Pennsylvania educator preparation certificate are required to pass a basic skills assessment as well as the corresponding subject matter test(s) related to the certification area. There are a variety of tests/scores students can use to pass their Basic Skills Assessment (BSA) requirement: ACT, CORE, PAPA or SAT.
Options to pass the Basic Skills Assessment:
- Minimum scores for each module - math, reading, writing - are noted on the Pennsylvania Department of Education website. Access the website for requirements and test registration links under Certification Tests and Requirements: https://www.education.pa.gov/Educators/Certification/CertTestingRequirements/Pages/defEUlt.aspx.
- You may also combine reading, writing and mathematics module scores from different test providers to meet the basic skills requirements. The composite score is the sum of the passing scores. When using the composite score, each test must meet or exceed the minimum score required. Use the Composite Score Calculator when mixing tests. https://www.education.pa.gov/Educators/Certification/CertTestingRequirements/Pages/defEUlt.aspx
- Eastern University recommends that students take Community College of Philadelphia’s MATH151 and MATH161 ORMATH 123 and MATH 133. These PDE approved math courses count towards meeting Basic Skills Math requirement. The two courses must be taken as a pair – that is MATH 151 must be followed with MATH161 OR MATH 123 must be followed with MATH 133.
Transfer guides are created and maintained to help students and staff make appropriate course and program choices. The guides show how the requirements for the appropriate Community College of Philadelphia associate degree transfer to the bachelor's institution. It is, however, possible for program requirements at Community College of Philadelphia or the transfer institution to change without advanced notice.
For information concerning transfer please schedule an appointment to visit a Community College of Philadelphia academic advisor or counselor. Students are also welcome to contact the transfer institution directly.
Semester Credits:
First Semester
| CCP Course | CCP Credits | Eastern University Equivalent Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 101 - English Composition I | 3 | Written Communication | 3 |
| CIS 103 - Applied Computer Technology | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| ED 105 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education | 3 | EDUC 328 | 3 |
| PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| MATH 151 - Linear Mathematics or MATH 123 - Mathematical Principles I |
3 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 |
Second Semester
| CCP Course | CCP Credits | Eastern University Equivalent Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 102 - The Research Paper | 3 | Information Literacy | 3 |
| ED 135 - Family and Community Relationships | 3 | Elective |
3 |
| MATH 133 - Mathematical Principles II or MATH 161 - Pre Calculus I | 3 | Quantitative Reasoning |
3 |
| PSYC 201 - Child Psychology | 3 | EDUC 234 | 3 |
| ED 204 - Curriculum and Instruction: Engaging Young Children in the Learning Process or ED 214 - Cognition and Learning in the Classroom |
3 | EDUC 211 | 3 |
Third Semester
| CCP Course | CCP Credits | Eastern University Equivalent Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ED 222 - Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood | 3 | EDUC 400 | 3 |
| ED 230 - Integrating the Arts into Early Childhood Education | 3 | Knowledgeable about the Arts | 3 |
| ED 245 - Assessment of Young Children | 3 | EDUC 301 | 3 |
| BIOL 106 - General Biology I | 4 | Scientific Reasoning | 4 |
| ED 250 - Infant and Toddler Development and Curriculum | 3 | EDUC 205 | 3 |
Fourth Semester
| CCP Course | CCP Credits | Eastern University Equivalent Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ED 255 - Teaching English Language Learners | 3 | EDUC 412 | 3 |
| ED 265 - Introduction to Special Education and Inclusive Practices | 3 | EDUC 201 | 3 |
| HIST 101 - United States History: Colonial America through the Revolutionary Era or HIST 102 - United States History: The 19th Century or HIST 103 - United States History: the 20th Century |
3 | Knowledgeable about West | 3 |
| ED 290 - Early Childhood Education Practicum | 3 | EDUC 328 | 3 |
| ENGL 190 - Introduction to Literature or Other Literature class |
3 | Literature requirement for PDE | 3 |
Community College of Philadelphia Minimum Credits to Graduate: 62
Equivalent Eastern University Credits: 62