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Early Childhood Caregiver (ECC) Certificate

A certificate — a shorter, focused credential (less than a full degree).

Every course this degree needs — pick the school you want to transfer to and see which ones count there, plus what's open to register for now (Fall 2026).

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$22,880

In-state tuition / yr

$44,344

Median earnings after

69%

Earn above HS-grad wage

Source: federal College Scorecard (2026). College-wide — not specific to this program.

Show how these courses transfer to:

5 transfer directly6 count as electives0 open this term (Fall 2026)

Showing transfer outcomes to Buffalo State University for 11 required courses at Dutchess Community College. Browse all transfer pathways →

First Semester

Composition I
ENG 101
Not offered this term
Transfers
Introduction to Psychology
PSY 111
Not offered this term
Transfers
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
ECH 101
Not offered this term
Counts as an elective
Introductory Seminar Programs for Young Children
ECH 102
Not offered this term
Counts as an elective
Curriculum Activities for Young Children
ECH 111
Not offered this term
Counts as an elective
Infant and Toddler Curriculum
ECH 120
Not offered this term
Transfers
Infant/Toddler Curriculum Fieldwork
ECH 121
Not offered this term
Counts as an elective

Second Semester

Preparing to Teach Young Children
ECH 107
Not offered this term
Counts as an elective
Early Childhood Practicum I
ECH 108
Not offered this term
Counts as an elective
Child Development
PSY 221
Not offered this term
Transfers
Social Problems in Today's World
BHS 103
Not offered this term
Transfers

Transfer outcomes reflect recorded course-to-course equivalencies and may not capture every agreement. Confirm with your advisor and the receiving university before enrolling.