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Date: June 2015

Iowa Association for the

Education of Young Children

Directory of

Early Childhood Programs at

Iowa Colleges and Universities

5525 Meredith Drive, Suites E & F Des Moines, IA 50310 Phone: 515.331.8000 Toll Free: 800.469.2392 FAX: 515.331.8995 Email: [email protected] www.iowaaeyc.org

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2 Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities June 2015

Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities

Directory of Early Childhood Programs at Iowa Colleges and Universities June 2015

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Table of Contents

Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children ........................................................... 5

Glossary of Terms ......................................................................................................................7

Iowa Community Colleges/Regents’ Universities .................................................................... 8

Index of Program Offerings by College ..................................................................................... 9

Directory Map .......................................................................................................................... 11

Community Colleges ................................................................................................................ 12

Des Moines Area Community College .................................................................................. 12

Eastern Iowa Community College District ........................................................................... 16

Hawkeye Community College ............................................................................................. 20

Indian Hills Community College ......................................................................................... 23

Iowa Lakes Community College .......................................................................................... 26

Iowa Valley District Marshalltown Community College ..................................................... 29

Iowa Western Community College ...................................................................................... 32

Kirkwood Community College ............................................................................................ 36

North Iowa Area Community College ................................................................................. 40

Northeast Iowa Community College ................................................................................... 43

Northwest Iowa Community College .................................................................................. 47

Southwestern Community College ...................................................................................... 50

Western Iowa Tech Community College ............................................................................. 54

Iowa Community College Online Consortium ........................................................................ 58

Iowa Community College Early Childhood Education Alliance ............................................. 59

Universities and Colleges ........................................................................................................ 60

Ashford University – Licensure (Clinton Campus only) ..................................................... 60

Buena Vista University ........................................................................................................ 64

Dordt College ....................................................................................................................... 68

Drake University ................................................................................................................. 73

Graceland University ............................................................................................................ 77

Iowa State University – Licensure ...................................................................................... 83

Iowa State University – GPIDEA-Online ............................................................................ 87

Iowa State University – Non-Licensure ............................................................................... 91

Iowa Wesleyan University ................................................................................................... 95

Kaplan University – Non-Licensure ................................................................................. 100

Loras College ...................................................................................................................... 105

Luther College ................................................................................................................... 109

Morningside College........................................................................................................... 113


Mount Mercy University .................................................................................................... 115

Northwestern College ......................................................................................................... 119

Saint Ambrose University .................................................................................................. 124

Simpson College ................................................................................................................. 128

University of Dubuque ....................................................................................................... 133

University of Iowa .............................................................................................................. 137

University of Northern Iowa ............................................................................................. 140

Upper Iowa University ....................................................................................................... 144

Wartburg College ............................................................................................................... 149

Index of EC Endorsements or Bachelor Degrees Offered by College .................................... 153

Information Regarding the Iowa Teacher Licensure Standards for Early Childhood Education ........................................................................................................................... 154

Four-year Colleges without Early Childhood Programs ........................................................ 155

Financial Aid .......................................................................................................................... 156

T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® IOWA .................................................................................... 157

Other Scholarship or Financial Aid Opportunities ................................................................ 159


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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


and bachelor degrees, CDA credentials, and early childhood endorsements to teaching licenses. See our website for more information, www.iowaaeyc.org.

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 June 2015

http://www.iowaaeyc.org/


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Glossary of Terms

ECE Early Childhood Education

CDA Coursework leading to the Child Development Associate credential

A.A. Associate of Arts

A.S. Associate of Science

A.A.S. Associate of Applied Science

B.A. Bachelor of Arts

B.S. Bachelor of Science

M.A. Master of Arts

M.S. Master of Science

Ph.D. 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.


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: http://www.transferiniowa.org/

http://www.transferiniowa.org/


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Index of Program Offerings by College

CDA Programs

Des Moines Area Community College ....................................................................................................... 12 Eastern Iowa Community College District ................................................................................................ 16 Hawkeye Community College .................................................................................................................... 20 Indian Hills Community College ............................................................................................................... 23 Iowa Lakes Community College ................................................................................................................. 26 Iowa Valley Community College ................................................................................................................ 29 Iowa Western Community College ............................................................................................................ 32 Kirkwood Community College ................................................................................................................... 36 North Iowa Area Community College ........................................................................................................ 40 Northeast Iowa Community College .......................................................................................................... 43 Northwest Iowa Community College ......................................................................................................... 47 Southwestern Community College ............................................................................................................ 50 Western Iowa Tech Community College ................................................................................................... 54

Early Childhood Education Diploma Programs

Des Moines Area Community College ....................................................................................................... 12 Eastern Iowa Community College District ................................................................................................ 16 Hawkeye Community College .................................................................................................................... 20 Indian Hills Community College ............................................................................................................... 22 Iowa Lakes Community College ................................................................................................................. 28 Iowa Valley Community College ................................................................................................................ 29 Iowa Western Community College ............................................................................................................ 32 Kirkwood Community College ................................................................................................................... 36 North Iowa Area Community College ........................................................................................................ 40 Northeast Iowa Community College .......................................................................................................... 43 Western Iowa Tech Community College ................................................................................................... 54

Early Childhood Education Associate Degree Programs

Des Moines Area Community College ....................................................................................................... 12 Eastern Iowa Community College District ................................................................................................ 16 Hawkeye Community College .................................................................................................................... 20 Indian Hills Community College ............................................................................................................... 23 Iowa Lakes Community College ................................................................................................................. 26 Iowa Valley Community College ................................................................................................................ 29 Iowa Western Community College ............................................................................................................ 32 Kirkwood Community College ................................................................................................................... 36 North Iowa Area Community College ........................................................................................................ 40 Northeast Iowa Community College .......................................................................................................... 43 Northwest Iowa Community College ......................................................................................................... 47 Southwestern Community College ............................................................................................................ 50 Western Iowa Tech Community College ................................................................................................... 54 Dordt College .............................................................................................................................................. 68


Early Childhood Education Endorsement Programs

Ashford University ...................................................................................................................................... 60 Buena Vista University ............................................................................................................................... 64 Dordt College .............................................................................................................................................. 68 Drake University ......................................................................................................................................... 73 Graceland University .................................................................................................................................. 77 Iowa State University.................................................................................................................................. 83 Iowa Wesleyan College ............................................................................................................................... 95 Loras College ............................................................................................................................................ 105 Luther College ........................................................................................................................................... 109 Morningside College .................................................................................................................................. 113 Mount Mercy University ........................................................................................................................... 115 Northwestern College ................................................................................................................................ 119 Saint Ambrose University ........................................................................................................................ 124 Simpson College ........................................................................................................................................ 128 University of Dubuque ............................................................................................................................. 133 University of Iowa ..................................................................................................................................... 137 University of Northern Iowa .................................................................................................................... 140 Upper Iowa University ............................................................................................................................. 144 Wartburg College ...................................................................................................................................... 149

Early Childhood Education B.A. / B.S Programs

Ashford University ...................................................................................................................................... 60 Iowa State University.................................................................................................................................. 83 Iowa Wesleyan College ............................................................................................................................. 195 Kaplan University ..................................................................................................................................... 100 Mount Mercy University ........................................................................................................................... 115 Saint Ambrose University ........................................................................................................................ 124 University of Iowa ..................................................................................................................................... 137 University of Northern Iowa .................................................................................................................... 140 Upper Iowa University ............................................................................................................................. 144

Early Childhood Education M.S. / M.A. and PhD Programs

Iowa State University.................................................................................................................................. 83 Northwestern College ................................................................................................................................ 119 Saint Ambrose University ........................................................................................................................ 124 University of Northern Iowa .................................................................................................................... 140


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Directory Map


Community Colleges

Name of College: Des Moines Area Community College

Key Contact Person(s) in Early Childhood Department include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Katie Champlin [email protected] Phone: 515.964.6508 FAX: 515.964.6448 or Amanda Magie [email protected] Phone: 515.964.6424 FAX: 515.964.6448

Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

[email protected] Phone: 515.964.6282 FAX: 515.965.7124

Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Phone: 515.964.6200 (general admissions) Phone:515.965.7337 (admissions processing)

Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrars’ Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Phone: 515.964.6800 FAX: 515.965.7054

Mailing Address of College: 2006 S Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023

College Website: www.dmacc.edu

Certificates, Diplomas, and/or Degrees Offered

Title of Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree Offered

Early Childhood Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours

A.A.S. Early Childhood Education 33 64

Diploma in Early Childhood Education 28 37

Certificate of Specialization in Early Childhood Education

13 13

Early Childhood Program Administration Certificate (beginning Fall 2015)

5 16-17

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?

Yes

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.




http://www.dmacc.edu/


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Des Moines Area Community College cont.

Early Childhood Program Information

Admission and Program Information

Is the college currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body?

Yes

Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation (ECADA)?

No

If no, are you currently enrolled in the self-study process for NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation?

Yes

Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program:

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.

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?

COMPASS

ALEKS math placement test

Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, list.

Yes

Urban campus

Early Childhood Course Offerings

Sept. – Dec. Jan. – May June – Aug.

Average number of Early Childhood (EC) courses offered:

45 45 15

Average number of EC courses offered online:

10 9 6

Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks):

Varies Varies 4

Average number of EC night courses (after 5 pm):

7 7 4

Average number of EC courses offered on Saturdays:

1 - 2 1- 2 1-2

Average number of courses instructed in Spanish:

0 0 0



Available Online Early Childhood Coursework

Name of course Course number

Number of credits

Offered as an online course in which semesters of the 2014-2015 school year


Introduction to Early Childhood Education

ECE 103 3 Fall, Spring, Summer

Fall, Spring, Summer

Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE 133 3 Fall, Spring, Summer


Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE 158 3 Fall, Spring, Summer


Child Growth and Development ECE 170 3 Fall, Spring, Summer


Infant/Toddler Care & Education ECE 221 3 Fall, Spring, Summer


Early Childhood Program Administration

ECE 290 3 Fall, Summer Summer Hybrid, Fall

Tuition and Other Costs for 2015-2016

Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit)

Non-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 2013-2014 school year:

2012 – 2013 data:

24 certificates

9 diplomas

28 AS degrees

What is the average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has?

N/A – students are not assigned to advisors at DMACC. Ankeny and Urban campuses each have one designated advisor for ECE.


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Additional Information

Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® IOWA scholarships in 2014-2015 school year?

77

Do you have an articulation agreement with any 4-year schools? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements.

Yes

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

Do you have course equivalent guides? Yes

Are any programmatic changes planned for the 2015-2016 academic school year? If so, please list.

Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on the program website and/or catalog?

Yes

What makes a degree from your college unique in comparison to others?

Individualized mentoring available through on- and off-campus lab experiences.

Number of permanent-full-time faculty.


Name of College: Eastern Iowa Community College District


Heather Anderson [email protected] Phone: 563.441.4354 FAX: 563.441.4305


Jeannine Ingelson [email protected] Phone: 563.441.4046 FAX: 563.441.4044


Cathy Langdon [email protected] Phone: 563.441.4003 FAX: 563.441.4101


Arnie Thode [email protected] Phone: 563.441.4131 FAX 563.441.4018

Mailing Address of College: 500 Belmont Rd. Bettendorf, IA 52722

College Website: www.eicc.edu




Total Credit Hours

A.A.S. Early Childhood Education 39 66-67


Certificate in Early Childhood Education 15 18

CDA Information


Yes

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.





http://www.eicc.edu/


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Eastern Iowa Community College District cont.




Yes


No


No


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.


Yes

Muscatine Community College




6 4 1


5 5 5


0 0 5


3 2 0


0 0 0


0 0 0





Number of credits




ECE 103 3 All

Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE 133 3 All

Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE 158 3 All

Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE 159 3 All

Child Growth and Development ECE 170 3 All

Infant and Toddler Care and Education

EC# 221 3 All

Early Childhood Guidance ECE 243 3 All










Cost for CDA credit hours placed on transcript: $9.00 per credit hour.


Number of EC degrees awarded by type in 2013-2014:



19




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Do you have course equivalent guides? Yes, we have course equivalency guides with:

University of Northern 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.


Name of College: Hawkeye Community College


Jane Evan [email protected] Phone: 319.296.2320 EXT 1431 FAX: 319.296.1143 or Tami McCoy [email protected] Phone: 319.296.2320 EXT 1298 FAX: 319.296.1143


Gisella Baker [email protected] Phone: 319.296.2320 FAX: 319.296.4495


Dave Ball [email protected] Phone: 319.296.2320 FAX: 319.296.1651


Pat East [email protected] Phone: 319.296.2320 FAX: 319.266.6772

Mailing Address of College: PO Box 8015 1501 E Orange Rd. Waterloo, IA 50704

College Website: www.hawkeyecollege.edu




Total Credit Hours



CDA Information


Yes


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.






http://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/


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Hawkeye Community College cont.




Yes


No


No


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


No




20 16 2


2 2 1


6-8 6-8 1-2


6-8 6-8 1-2


0 0 0


0 0 0



Number of credits



All ECE night courses are offered in a hybrid format with online and face-to-face components.


Hawkeye Community College cont.



Non- Resident Tuition (identify if per course or per credit)


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


Student fee: $2 per credit hour

Computer fee: $4 per credit hour

Early Faculty and Staff


30


35


Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® IOWA scholarships in 2014-2015 school year:

24


Yes

Upper Iowa University

ECE endorsement on their BA degree in Pre-K – 3rd grade

Mount Mercy University

3rd grade

Wartburg College

3rd grade

Do you have course equivalent guides? No

Are any programmatic changes planned for the 2015-2016 academic school years? If so, please list.

Yes

Will be changing some pre-requisites for field experience.


Yes


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 infants-preschoolers.

We have an accredited by NAEYC childcare center on campus.


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Name of College: Indian Hills Community College


Gina Buttikofer [email protected] Phone: 641.683.5317 FAX: 641.683.5275


Potential students with questions in any of these areas are to contact the One Stop Office. The contact number to be used is 641.683.5262





Mailing Address of College: 525 Grandview Ave. Ottumwa, IA 52501

College Website: www.indianhills.edu




Total Credit Hours

A.A.S. Early Childhood Associate 39 74

Diploma as Child Care Technician 25 38

CDA Information


Yes

We offer the CDA core as identified by the Alliance.


We award the student 12 credit hours.




Yes


Yes


No


Complete application.

Request transcripts for previous education.

Must meet ACT or Compass Test score requirement.


http://www.indianhills.edu/


Indian Hills Community College cont.


ACT or COMPASS Assessment required. Test scores to be admitted to the Early Childhood Program:

Overall ACT Score-14

COMPASS Reading Score-73


No




4 4 2


3 3 3


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



Number of credits




ECE 103 3 Winter Winter

Home and School Relationships ECE 131 3 N/A N/A

Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE 133 3 Fall, Winter Fall, Winter

Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE 159 3 Fall Fall

Child Growth and Development ECE 170 3 Fall, Winter Fall, Winter

Early Childhood Guidance ECE 243 3 Spring Spring





Evening $155 per credit hour $232.50 per credit hour

Part-time student $155 per credit hour $232.50 per credit hour

Full-time student $155 per credit hour $232.50 per credit hour

Online $155 per credit hour $232.50 per credit hour


Fees vary by course


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Indian Hills Community College cont.




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We have agreements with:

Buena Vista University

William Penn University

Iowa Wesleyan College

Do you have course equivalency guides? We have course equivalency guides with:


University of Iowa


Are there any programmatic changes planned for the 2015-2016 academic school year? If so, please list.

No


Yes


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.


Name of College: Iowa Lakes Community College

Key Contact Persons in Early Childhood Department include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Jamie L. Christensen [email protected] Phone: 712.852.5268 FAX: 712.852.2152 or Melissa Regelstad [email protected] Phone: 712.852.5289 FAX: 712.852.2152

Key Contact Person(s) in Financial Aid Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Steve Pelzer [email protected] Phone: 712.362.7917 Phone: 712.852.5276 FAX: 712.852.2152

Key Contact Person(s) in Admissions Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Annie Kalous [email protected] Phone: 800.346.6018 Phone: 712.852.5254 FAX: 712.852.2152

Key Contact Person in Registrar’s Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Barb Grandstaff [email protected] Phone: 712.362.7923 FAX: 712.852.2152

Mailing Address of College: 3200 College Dr. Emmetsburg, IA 50536

College Website: www.iowalakes.edu




Total Credit Hours


A.A. (Transfer) with Early Childhood Education Emphasis

24 64-68

Diploma in Child Care 27 35

CDA Information


Yes

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.






http://www.iowalakes.edu/


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Iowa Lakes Community College cont.




Yes

Is the program accredited by NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Program Accreditation (ECADA)?

No


Yes


Complete application




ACT or COMPASS Assessment required.






No




8 8 5


6 6 6


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


Iowa Lakes Community College cont.



Number of credits



See Consortium List










$200 program/course fees

$16 in other fees



12


20


Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® IOWA Scholarships in 2014-2015 school year:

6

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? We have course equivalency guides with:


University of Iowa


Buena Vista University for a few ECE courses

Are there any programmatic changes planned for the 2015-2016 academic school year? If so, please list.

No


No

What makes a degree from you college unique in comparison to others?

Two field experiences

A Contemporary Issues course

Tours of early childhood settings

Electronic student portfolios


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Name of College: Iowa Valley District

Marshalltown Community College


Patricia Brown [email protected] Phone: 641.844.5771 FAX: 641.752.8149


Matt Daniels [email protected] Phone: FAX: 641.752.8149


Amy Good [email protected] Phone: 641.844.5710 FAX: 641.752.8149


Mandy Brown [email protected] Phone: 641.844.5715 FAX: 641.752.8149

Mailing Address of College: 3700 S Center St. Marshalltown IA 50158

College Website: www.iavalley.edu/mcc




Total Credit Hours


Diploma as Early Childhood Education Practitioner

31 37

CDA Information


Yes


N/A




Yes


No


No





http://www.iavalley.edu/mcc


Iowa Valley District Marshalltown Community College cont.



Yes

Student must take the Compass Test for mandatory placement for:

English

Math


No




5 5 12


5 5 12


0 0 12


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



Number of credits




ECE103 3 Yes

Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE133 3 Yes

Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE158 3 Yes

Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE159 3 Yes

Child Growth and Development ECE170 3 Yes

Infant and Toddler Care and Education

ECE221 3 Yes

Early Childhood Guidance ECE243 3 Yes

Practicum in Child Care I ECE270 3 Yes

Practicum in Child Care II ECE271 3 Yes

Children’s Literature EDU 235 3 Yes

Portfolio ECE 929 3 Yes


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Iowa Valley District Marshalltown Community College cont.















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Do you have any course equivalency guides? We have course equivalency guides with:


University of Iowa

Iowa State University All courses transfer, some transfer as elective.



It is listed in the program brochure


Online classes


Name of College: Iowa Western Community College


Amy McGraw [email protected] Phone: 712.325.6811 FAX:


Lisa Morrison [email protected] Phone: 712.325.3339 FAX: 712.388.6803


Danielle Schmidt [email protected] Phone: 712.325.3274 FAX: 712.325.3720


Jill Clark [email protected] Phone: 712.325.3285 FAX: 712.325.3720

Mailing Address of College: 2700 College Rd. Council Bluffs IA 51503

College Website: www.iwcc.edu




Total Credit Hours

A.A.S Early Childhood Studies 46 64

A.A. Early Childhood Education 24 64

Diploma in Early Childhood Studies 26 32

Certificate in Early Childhood: Child Development

17 17

Certificate in Early Childhood: Administration

7 19

CDA Information


Yes

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





http://www.iwcc.edu/


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Iowa Western Community College cont.




Yes


No


No






Students are required to take ACT or COMPASS Assessment.






Yes

Clarinda

Harlan

Atlantic

Shenandoah




7-8 7-8 2


2-3 5 1-2


0 0 2-3


3-4 3-4 0


3 3 0


0 0 0





Number of credits




ECE 103 3 Fall-hybrid Spring-online

Spring

Schoolage Child ECE 125 3 Fall Fall

Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE 133 3 Spring Spring

Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE 153 4 Spring-hybrid: meets 1st & 3rd Saturdays, half of course administered online

Spring-hybrid: meets 1st & 3rd Saturdays, half of course administered online

Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE 156 4 Fall-hybrid Fall-hybrid

Child Growth and Development ECE 170 3 Spring Spring

Early Childhood Guidance and Interaction

ECE 244 4 Fall-hybrid: meets 1st & 3rd Saturdays, half of course administered online

Fall-hybrid: meets 1st & 3rd Saturdays, half of course administered online




Day time 2015-2016 tuition will be announced summer 2015

Evening

Part-time student

Full-time student

Online




25


75


35




4


We have agreements with:


College of St. Mary’s, Omaha, Nebraska

Do you have any course equivalency guides? We have course equivalency guides with:





Not 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.


Name of College: Kirkwood Community College


Melanie Nollsch [email protected] Phone: 319.398.1258 FAX: 319-398-1021


One Stop Office: Phone: 319.398.7600 or 877.386.9101 FAX: 319.398.4928 http://www.kirkwood.edu/onestop





Mailing Address of College: 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW PO Box 2068 Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406

College Website: www.kirkwood.edu

Certificates, Diplomas and/or Degrees Offered



Total 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)

12 18


A.A.S. in Early Childhood Education 31 63

A.A. in Liberal Arts (area of interest in Early Childhood Education)

24 62-63

CDA Information


Yes


We give 6 hours of elective credit.


http://www.kirkwood.edu/onestop



http://www.kirkwood.edu/


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Kirkwood Community College cont.




Yes


No


No





Students are required to take ACT or COMPASS Assessment.






Yes

Iowa City




10-11 11-12 1-2


0 0 0


0 0 1-2


4 4-5 1


0 0 0


0 0 0





Number of credits



None available at this time




Day time $145 per credit hour $175 per credit hour International student tuition: $280 per credit hour






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 www.kirkwood.edu/tuition for current rates




180-200 with Early Childhood Faculty and Department Coordinator as advisors


Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® IOWA scholarships in the 2014-2015 school year:

12


Yes, we have transfer plans with:



Iowa State University

Drake University

University of Iowa

Iowa Wesleyan College

Do you have course equivalency guides? Yes:


University of Iowa All courses transfer, some transfer as electives.


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Yes

New 1 credit class ECE 105 Technology in Early Childhood will be required for AAS and Diploma students beginning in Fall 2015.


Yes


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: http://www.kirkwood.edu/onlyatkirkwood

http://www.kirkwood.edu/onlyatkirkwood


Name of College: North Iowa Area Community College

Key Contact Person in Early Childhood Department include name, email , phone, and FAX:

Nancy Fallis [email protected] Phone: 641.422.4268 FAX: 641.422.4131

Key Contact Person in Financial Aid Office include name, email , phone, and FAX:

Mary Bloomingdale [email protected] Phone: 888.466.4222 EXT 4168 FAX: 641.422.4167

Key Contact Person in Admissions Office include name, email , phone, and FAX:

Tanya Dadisman [email protected] Phone: 641.422.4245 or 888.GO.NIACC EXT 4245 FAX:

Key Contact Person in Registrars’ Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Michelle Petznick [email protected] Phone: 641.422.4205 FAX: 647.422.4150

Mailing Address of College: 500 College Dr. Mason City, IA 50401

College Website: www.niacc.edu




Total Credit Hours

Associate in Arts (general) with emphasis in Early Childhood Education

18 60


CDA (academic portion) 12 12

CDA Information


Yes


How much course credit is awarded when a student hold a current CDA credential? When is it awarded?

N/A




Yes


No

North Iowa Community College cont.





http://www.niacc.edu/


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No

Admission requirements for the Early Childhood Degree Program





Yes

If enrolling in only one class, the answer is no.

Part-time and full-time students required to take ACT or COMPASS Assessment.



Developmental courses must be taken and completed before degrees awarded; not required for diplomas.



No




3 2 2


3 2 2


0 0 2


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



Number of credits




ECE 103 3 Fall Fall

Home and School Relationships ECE 131 3 Summer Summer

Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE 133 3 Spring Spring

Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE 159 3 Fall Fall

Child Growth and Development ECE 170 3 Fall Fall


North Iowa Community College cont.


Number of credits



Infant Toddler Care and Education ECE 221 3 Summer Summer

Early Childhood Guidance ECE 243 3 Spring Spring




Day time $130.75 per credit hour $222.13 per credit hour

Evening $130.75 per credit hour $222.13 per credit hour

Part-time student $130.75 per credit hour $222.13 per credit hour

Full-time student $130.75 per credit hour $222.13 per credit hour

Online $130.75 per credit hour $222.13 per credit hour




8



Number of students with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® IOWA Scholarships did you have in 2014-2015 school year:

2


Yes


University of Northern Iowa Buena Vista University

Do you have any course equivalency guides No


No

Is T.E.A.C.H. scholarship information listed on your program website and/or catalog?

Yes


All classes are online

Elementary Education majors often take these classes with the idea of eventually obtaining a Pre-K, K endorsement


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Name of College: Northeast Iowa Community College


Calmar: Nikki Jansen Email: Phone: 800.728.2256 EXT FAX: Peosta: Julee Albers [email protected] Phone: 800.728.7367 EXT 309 FAX:


Calmar: Randy Mashek Email: Phone:563.562.3263 EXT 447 FAX: Peosta: Kim Baumler Email: Phone: 563.556.5110 EXT 212 FAX:


Hillary Vamstad Email: Phone: 563.562.3263 EXT 307 FAX:


Karla Winter Email: Phone: 800.728.2256 EXT 233 FAX:

Mailing Address of College: 1625 Highway 150 PO Box 400 Calmar, IA 52132 8342 NICC Dr. Peosta, IA 52068

College Website: www.nicc.edu




Total Credit Hours

A.A. with elective Early Childhood coursework

16 (maximum career technical credit hours)

60


Certificate in Early Childhood Education 12 12

CDA Information


Yes

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.


http://www.nicc.edu/


Northeast Iowa Community College cont.




Yes


No


No






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


No




4 4 0


2 2 2


0 0 0


1 1 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


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Number of credits



Infant Toddler Care and Education ECE 221 3 Spring Spring

Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE 133 3 Fall

Early Childhood Guidance ECE 243 3 Spring, Summer Fall

Early Childhood Language Development

ECE 248 3 Fall, Summer

Tuition and Other Cost









Background Check Fee: $45

Drug Testing Fee: $39



Associate of Arts: 11 Graduates

Diploma: 11 Graduates


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2


Agreements with:


University of Dubuque

UW-Platteville

Do you have any course equivalency guides? Yes


University of Iowa

Iowa State University All course transfer, some transfer as electives.




Yes

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.


Yes


ASPEN Institutes has listed NICC as one of top ten in country.


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Name of College: Northwest Iowa Community College


Beth Frankenstein [email protected] Phone: 712.324.5061 EXT 242 FAX: 712.324.4136


Karna Hofmeyer [email protected] Phone: 712.324.5066 EXT 138 FAX: 712.324.5061


Lisa Story [email protected] Phone: 712.324.5066 EXT 115 FAX: 712.324.5061


Beth Sibenaller-Woodall [email protected] Phone: 712.324.5066 EXT 141 FAX: 712.324.5061

Mailing Address of College: 603 W Park St Sheldon, IA 51201

College Website: www.nwicc.ccia.us




Total Credit Hours

A.A. (General) with Pre-Professional in Early Childhood Education

20 65

CDA Information


Yes


No




Yes


No


No





http://www.nwicc.ccia.us/


Northwest Iowa Community College cont.



Complete COMPASS assessment




No


No




6 6 6


6 6 6


6 6 6


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



Number of credits



See Consortium List





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




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Northwest Iowa Community College cont.



Average number of Early Childhood students each advisor has:

4



1


Yes

Bellevue University All courses transfer; some transfer as electives.

Do you have course equivalent guides? Yes. Course equivalency guides with:


University of Iowa

Iowa State University All courses transfer; some transfer as electives.


Not at this time


No



Name of College: Southwestern Community College


Kristie Nixon [email protected] Phone: 515.554.9114 FAX:


Kysa Gordon [email protected] Phone: 641.782.1316 FAX: 641.782.1388


Admissions Secretary Email: Phone: 641.782.7081 EXT 421 FAX: 641.782.1388


Sandy Webb [email protected] Phone: 641.782.1422 FAX:

Mailing Address of College: 1501 W Townline St. Creston, IA 50801

College Website: www.swcciowa.edu




Total Credit Hours

AA (Transfer) with an ECE Emphasis 24-25 Those choosing to earn a CDA will take the ECE 106 (1 Credit) in addition to the 12 credit Alliance Common Core Courses.

69 (70 with the CDA)

CDA Coursework 13 Those choosing to earn a CDA will take the ECE 106 (1 credit) in addition to the Alliance Common Core Courses.

13

CDA Information


Yes

Through the Iowa Community College Online Consortium (ICCOC)


Yes

12 credits after completing the other 12 ECE hours with a 3.0 or better




http://www.swcciowa.edu/


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Southwestern Community College cont.




Yes


No


No

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



All students required to take ACT (& score 19) or take COMPASS Assessment.



Developmental courses are recommended to be completed before certificates, diplomas, or degrees awarded.


May be required to take a composition course before enrolling in the ECE courses.


No




13 13 6 ECE 106 & ECE 262 are not offered during the summer


13 13 6 ECE 106 & ECE 262 are not offered during the summer


0 0 0





1 ECE 262

1 ECE 262

0


0 0 0


0 0 0


Name of course: See Grid from WITCC for all ECE Courses through the Consortium

Course number

Number of credits



See Consortium List

Child Development Associate (CDA) Standards

ECE 106 1 Fall, Spring

Early Childhood Field Experience ECE 262 3 Hybrid or Video Conference in Fall and/or Spring



Non-Resident (including International) Tuition (identify if per course or per credit)











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20


Yes


University of Iowa

Iowa State University



Northwest Missouri State Most are 2+2 agreements

Do you have any course equivalency guides?

Yes

http://www.swcciowa.edu/academics/transfer-planning/course-equivalency-guides


No



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.)




Name of College: Western Iowa Tech Community College


Jennifer Weber [email protected] Phone: 712.274.8733 EXT 1389 FAX: 712.274.6465


Contact Name: Email: Phone: 712.274.6402 Phone: 800.352.4649 EXT 6402 FAX:


Nancy McMahon [email protected] Phone: 712.274.8733 EXT 1331 FAX:


Lora VanderZwaag [email protected] Phone: 712.274.8733 EXT 1353 FAX:

Mailing Address of College: PO Box 5199 Sioux City, IA 51102-5199

College Website: www.witcc.edu




Total Credit Hours


Diploma in Early Childhood Studies 24 34

Certificate in Child Development – Preschool

15 16

Certificate in Child Development – Infant/Toddler

15 16

CDA Information


Yes



Yes

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.




http://www.witcc.edu/


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Western Iowa Tech Community College cont.




Yes


No


No



Request transcript for previous education


CPT test with required scores or ACT composite score of 22 or higher


Yes

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.


No




17 17 6


15 14 6


1 1 6


1 1 0


0 0 0


0 0 0





Number of credits




ECE 103 3 Fall, Spring, Summer


Child Development Associate (CDA) Standards

ECE 106 1 Fall, Spring Fall, Spring

Portfolio I ECE 112 3 Fall, Spring Fall, Spring



Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE 158 3 Fall, Spring Fall, Spring

Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE 159 3 Fall, Spring Fall, Spring



Infant Toddler Care and Education ECE 221 3 Fall, Spring, Summer


Early Childhood Lab ECE 241 2 Fall, Spring Fall

Early Childhood Guidance ECE 243 3 Fall, Spring, Summer


Observation and Assessment ECE 246 4 Fall Fall

Early Childhood Field Experience ECE 262 3 Spring Spring

Exceptional Learner ECE 287 3 Fall, Spring, Summer


Early Childhood Program Administration

ECE 290 3 N/A Fall, Spring

Administration of Childcare Services ECE 296 5 Fall N/A

Internship ECE 932 2 N/A Fall










$17 per credit hour on campus

Course fees as assessed by course


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AAS-19

Diplomas-28

Certificates-68


85



6


Yes

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.

Do you have any course equivalency guides? No

Are any programmatic changes planned for the 2015-2016 school year? If so, please list.

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.


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

Northwest Iowa Community College

Southeastern Community College

Southwestern Community College

Western Iowa Tech Community College

Name of Course Course Number

Number of Credits


Introduction to Early Childhood Education ECE 103 3 Fall, Spring, Summer

Child Development Associate (CDA) Standards ECE 106 1 Fall, Spring

Portfolio I ECE 112 3 Fall, Spring


Early Childhood Curriculum I ECE 158 3 Fall, Spring

Early Childhood Curriculum II ECE 159 3 Fall, Spring


Infant Toddler Care and Education ECE 221 3 Fall, Spring, Summer

Early Childhood Guidance ECE 243 3 Fall, Spring, Summer

Exceptional Learner ECE 287 3 Fall, Spring, Summer


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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, 2005. 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 in-service 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.


Universities and Colleges

Complete Name of College/University: Ashford University – Licensure (Clinton Campus only)

Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Dr. Joen Larson [email protected] Phone: 563.242.4023 EXT 7790 FAX: 563.241.9941


Lisa Kramer [email protected] Phone: 866.711.1700 FAX: 563.242.8684


Emily Clausen [email protected] Phone: 800.242.4153 EXT 7225 FAX: 888.320.4525

Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar’s Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Tracy Bormann [email protected] Phone: 563.242.4023 EXT 7012 FAX: 563.241.4443

Mailing Address of College/University: 400 N Bluff Blvd. Clinton, IA 52732

College/University Website: www.ashford.edu

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 or El Ed Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for Degree

B.A. Elementary Education with PreK/K endorsement

Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE

College of Education El Ed: 47

PreK/K: 21

Student Teaching: 20

120 (+ endorsement)

Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If not, please explain.

Yes

However, students can elect to change to non-licensure if the requirements for licensure are not met.

Early Childhood Endorsements Offered

EC Endorsement(s) Offered Yes or No Total Credit Hours Required for Endorsement Only

#100: Birth – Grade 3, including Special Education (Unified)

No N/A

#103: PreK – K Yes Coursework: 21

Student Teaching: 20

#106: PreK – Grade 3 No N/A

#262: PreK – K Early Childhood Special Education

No N/A





http://www.ashford.edu/


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Ashford University-Licensure (Clinton Campus only cont.)

EC Endorsement(s) Offered

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

The graduate level



Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools? If no, who is the accrediting body?

No

Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)?

No

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?

GPA

Cumulative: ......... 2.5

Education Core: .. 2.7

Endorsement: ..... 2.7

PPP Application process including goals and interviews.

When do Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests need to be completed and what scores are required?

Before licensure.

Score cutoffs are set by the State of Iowa.

Is technical assistance for Praxis/PPST/CBASE preparation provided?

Yes

Students may make appointments with administrative assistant for assistance if needed.

Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list.

No



Average number of EC courses offered: 20+ 20+ 20+


0 0 0


0 0 0


1 1 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



Early Childhood Course Information

Average frequency that individual EC/El Ed courses are repeated:

18 month rotation.

Do courses need to be taken in a prescribed sequence?

No.

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.



Number of credits



None available at this time for this particular program.


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 less

N/A

Full-time student $8,540 per semester N/A

Online N/A N/A


Fees vary by credits Fees vary by credits


Number of EC Licenses/Endorsements awarded in the 2013-2014 school year:

5

Average number of Early Childhood students per advisor:

12-15

Do you have an Articulation agreement in place with any community colleges? If yes, list the schools and identify if they are ECE agreements.

No


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.


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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?

Students must earn a minimum of 30 upper-division 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).





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?


Complete Name of College/University: Buena Vista University


Dean, School of Education and Exercise Science Paul Theobald [email protected] Phone: 712.749.2264 FAX: 712.749.1468 Regional Education Coordinator Angela Hunter [email protected] Phone: 712.749.1997


Leanne Valentine [email protected] Phone: 712.749.2164 FAX:


Michael Fox [email protected] Phone: 712.749.2078 FAX: Unreported


Nila Houska [email protected] Phone: 800.383.2821 EXT 2164 FAX: 712.279.5200

Mailing Address of College/University: 610 W 4th St. Storm Lake, Iowa 50588

College/University Website: www.bvu.edu






Elementary Education


School of Education and Exercise Science

66 128


Yes




No N/A

#103: PreK – K Yes 24


#262:PreK – K Early Childhood Special Education

No N/A




As an add-on to the Elementary Education degree









http://www.bvu.edu/


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Yes


No


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


No


Yes

Council Bluffs

Creston

Denison

Estherville

Fort Dodge

Iowa Falls

Le Mars

Marshalltown

Mason City

Newton

Ottumwa

Spencer

West Burlington



Average number of EC courses offered: 2 2 4


2 2 4


2 2 4


0 0 0





0 0 0


0 0 0



Courses are offered twice per year.


No



Number of credits



Preschool and Kindergarten Curriculum Development and Organization

EDUC 305 3 Spring, Summer Spring, Summer

Guidance and Instructional Methods in Preschool and Kindergarten Education

EDUC 330 3 Spring, Summer Spring, Summer

Home, School, and Community Relations

EDUC 400 3 Fall, Summer Fall, Summer

Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education

EXSC 309 3 Fall, Summer Fall, Summer




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 12-17 credit hours per semester

N/A

Online $402 per credit hour N/A


N/A N/A


Number of EC Licenses/Endorsements awarded by type in the 2013-2014 school year:



67


Articulation


Yes

Des Moines Area Community College

Hawkeye Community College

Indian Hills Community College

Iowa Central Community College


Iowa Valley Community College District

Ellsworth 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

North Iowa Area Community College

Northeast Community College, Norfolk, NE

Northeast Iowa Community College







http://www.bvu.edu/bv/registrar/course-equivalencies.dot


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.


No



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Teachers prepared at BVU possess a deep understanding of the role played by schools in maximizing the equitable distribution of justice in a democracy.




Complete Name of College/University: Dordt College


Gwen Marra, Assistant Professor of Education [email protected] Phone: 712.722.6237 FAX: 712.722.6035


Mike Epema [email protected] Phone: 712.722.6087 General Phone: 712.722.6082 FAX: 712.722.6035


Howard Wilson [email protected] Phone: 712.722.6080 FAX: 712.722.6035


Lisa Christians [email protected] Phone: 712.722.6030 FAX: 712.722.6035

Mailing Address of College/University: Dordt College 498 4th Ave. NE, Sioux Center, IA 51250

College/University Website: www.dordt.edu






A.A. Early Childhood Aide (non-licensure)

N/A Dordt College 28 62

B.A. Elementary Education


Dordt College 55 122


No

Bachelor degree does lead to licensure

Associate does not




Yes N/A

#103: PreK – K No N/A

#106: PreK – Grade 3 Yes 12 credits in addition to student teaching.


No N/A





http://www.dordt.edu/


69

Dordt College











Yes


No


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


No


No


Dordt College





0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



Courses offered every other year


No



Number of credits







Day time N/A N/A

Evening N/A N/A

Part-time student $1,050 per credit hour (under 12 credits per semester)

N/A

Full-time student $25,100 per year (12-18.5 credit hours per semester)

N/A

Online N/A N/A


Vary N/A


71

Dordt College


Number of EC degrees/endorsements awarded by type in the 2013-2014 school year:

6


Articulation


No



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 dual-enrolled 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.


No



0



Dordt College


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.


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Complete Name of College/University:

Drake University

Key Contact Person in the Early Childhood Department include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Elizabeth A Beschorner [email protected] Phone: 515.271.4602 FAX:

Key Contact Person in the Financial Aid Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Thomas (Tom) F Delahunt [email protected] Phone: 515.271.2096 FAX:

Key Contact Person in the Admissions Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Thomas (Tom) F Delahunt [email protected] Phone: 515.271.2096 FAX:

Key Contact Person in the Registrar’s include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Kevin P Moenkhaus [email protected] Phone: 515.271.3902 FAX:

Mailing Address of College/University: 2507 University Ave. Des Moines, IA 50311

College/University Website: www.drake.edu



Name of College or School Issuing Credential



B.S. Elementary Education


School of Education 54 124


Yes




Yes 24

#103: PreK – K Yes 24


#262:PreK – K Early Childhood Special Education

Unreported Unreported








The graduate level




http://www.drake.edu/


Drake University




Yes


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?

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


No


No





1 1 1


0 0 3


3 3 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



Courses offered once a year


No


75

Drake University



Number of credits










Full-time student $30,734 per year (12-18 credits per semester)

N/A


Other cost considerations? Please describe & list amts.

Technology fee $60 per semester

Technology fee $60 per semester




30

Articulation


Yes





Depends on degree



Drake University



2

Is immigration status verified for admission?

Yes

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.


No graduate students teach

Professors have research as well as PK-12 experience and involvement


77

Complete Name of College/University: Graceland University


Jane Chaillie [email protected] Phone: 641.784.5444 FAX: 641.784.5481


Phone: 641.784.5271 FAX:


Talia Brown [email protected] Phone: 641.784.5177 FAX:


Bonnie Ballantyne [email protected] Phone: 641.784.5223 FAX:

Mailing Address of College/University: 1 University Pl. Lamoni, Iowa 50140

College/University Website: www.graceland.edu








Gleazer School of Education

51.5 124


Yes




No N/A


#106: PreK – Grade 3 Yes 37.5


No N/A











http://www.graceland.edu/


Graceland University




Yes


Yes

By NCATE until we complete our Accreditation visit in April 2016.


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.


79



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.


Yes


Yes

Centerville

Independence

Trenton





3 0 3


0 0 3


3 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0





No





Number of credits



Early Childhood Education (Infant and Toddler)

EDUC2390 3 Summer

Early Childhood Education (Pre-primary and Kindergarten)

EDUC3310 3 Summer

Administration of Early Childhood Programs

EDUC3620 2 Summer




Day time N/A N/A

Evening N/A N/A

Part-time student $700 per credit hour (fewer than 10 credits per semester)

N/A

Full-time student $12,710 per semester N/A

Online Online technology fee required: $150.

N/A


N/A



Elementary Education Degrees: 90

Early Childhood Endorsement: 2


2


81


Articulation


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



Clinton Community College

Muscatine Community College

Scott Community College



Iowa Valley Community College District



Johnson County Community College, KS


Metropolitan Community College, MO

Metropolitan Community College, NE

North Central Missouri College





Wentworth Military Academy, MO

Western Iowa Community College



http://www.graceland.edu/catalog/general-transfer-credit-policy.cfm


124 hours required

The classes begin during the sophomore year at Graceland.


Considering an online endorsement option.







0


Yes

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.


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Complete Name of College/University: Iowa State University – Licensure


Lisa Sharp [email protected] Phone: 515.294.8618 FAX:


Roberta Johnson [email protected] Phone: 800.478.2998 Phone: 515.294.0109 FAX: 515.294.0851 http://www.financialaid.iastate.edu/


Katharine Johnson Suski [email protected] Phone: 800.262.3810 Phone: 515.295.0815 FAX: 515.294.6106 http://www.admissions.iastate.edu/


Laura Doering [email protected] Phone: 515.294.0760 FAX: 515.294.1088 http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/

Mailing Address of College/University: Iowa State University Office of Admissions 100 Enrollment Services Center Ames, IA 50011-2011

College/University Website: http://www.hs.iastate.edu/






B.S. Early Childhood Education (includes Endorsements 100 and 262)


College of Human Sciences

87 126


Yes




Yes N/A




Yes N/A


http://www.financialaid.iastate.edu/


http://www.admissions.iastate.edu/


http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/


Iowa State University – Licensure



The two Endorsements 100 and 262 are part of the ECE Unified Degree program.

There are no add-on endorsements offered.







Yes


No


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.


No


No





1 1 1


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



85



Core classes offered fall and spring


Yes



Number of credits



Individual & Family Life Development

HD FS 102 3 Fall, Spring, Summer




Day time N/A N/A

Evening N/A N/A

Part-time student $277 per credit hour (1-11 credits per semester)

N/A

Full-time student $3,324 for 12 or more credit hours per semester

N/A

Online N/A N/A


Fees vary by credit hours N/A



40


160

Articulation


Yes



Iowa Valley Community College District To see the agreements go to:

http://www.hs.iastate .edu/prospective/transfer-students/


http://www.admissions.iastate.edu/equiv/

http://www.hs.iastate.edu/prospective/transfer-students/

http://www.hs.iastate.edu/prospective/transfer-students/

http://www.admissions.iastate.edu/equiv/




http://www.asmissions.iastate.edu/transfer/index.php


They must take their last 32 credits at ISU.


No



0


No


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.




87

Complete Name of College/University: Iowa State University – GPIDEA-Online


Karen Smidt [email protected] Phone: 515.294.5397 FAX:














B.S. Child, Adult, and Family Services (Child Services Option)

N/A Iowa State University 120

M.S. Human Development and Family Studies (ECE Emphasis)

N/A Iowa State University N/A

Ph.D. Human Development and Family Studies (ECE Emphasis)

N/A Iowa State University N/A


No








Iowa State University – GPIDEA-Online




N/A N/A

#103: PreK – K N/A N/A

#106: PreK – Grade 3 N/A N/A


N/A N/A

EC Endorsement(s) Offered N/A N/A


N/A


N/A




Yes


N/A


N/A


N/A


N/A

Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so, please list locations.

Yes

Michigan State University

Oklahoma State University

South Dakota State University

Texas Tech University

University of Missouri

University of Nebraska


89




Average number of EC courses offered: More course offerings will be available as program grows.

5 7 5


5 7 5


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



As program grows many courses will be offered each semester


Yes



Number of credits



We are not ready to list course name and number – all courses will only be offered online.




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 $390 per credit N/A


Fees vary by credit hours Fees vary by credit hours



None – this is a new program.


We don’t have this information yet.

Articulation


No



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.



91

Complete Name of College/University: Iowa State University – Non-Licensure


Pat Walsh [email protected] Phone: 515.294.8193 FAX:














B.S. Child, Adult and Family Services (Child Services Option)

N/A College of Human Sciences

54 120

M.S. Human Development and Family Studies


6 (elective credits)

35

Ph.D. Human Development and Family Studies


21 (elective credits)

72

Do all of your EC/El Ed degrees lead to teacher licensure? If no, please explain.

No








http://www.hs.iastate.edu/


Iowa State University – Non-Licensure




N/A N/A




N/A N/A



N/A


N/A




Yes


N/A

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?

N/A


N/A


N/A

Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood courses? If so please list locations.

No





1 1 2


0 0 0


0 0 0


93




0 0 0


0 0 0



Core classes offered Fall and Spring


Yes



Number of credits



Individual and Family Life Development

HD FS 102 3 Fall, Spring, Summer


Parenting and Family Diversity Issues HD FS 249 3 Summer Summer




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


Fees vary by credit hours Fees vary by credit hours



CHFS (Includes Options for: Child, Youth, Adult, Family): 125


200



Articulation


Yes

Des Moines Area Community College (Child, Adult, and Family Services agreement)

Transfer Plans with:







Information about transferring from other educational institutions: http://catalog.iastate.edu/admissions/#transferinformationtext


We are working on this program.



9


No


Offer both licensure and non-licensure options for those wanting a degree that includes early childhood coursework.

http://catalog.iastate.edu/admissions/#transferinformationtext

http://catalog.iastate.edu/admissions/#transferinformationtext


95

Complete Name of College/University: Iowa Wesleyan University


Rebecca Beckner, PhD [email protected] Phone: 319.385.6311 FAX: 319.985.6324


Renee Armentrout [email protected] Phone: 319.385.6242 FAX: 319.385.6203


Josh Kite [email protected] Phone: 319.385.6239 FAX: 319.385.6240


Catherine Ashton [email protected] Phone: 319.385.6391 FAX: 319.385.6224

Mailing Address of College/University: 601 N Main St. Mount Pleasant, IA 52641

College/University Website: www.iwc.edu






B.S. Early Childhood Education


Division of Education 24 124



Division of Education 62 124


No

We have an Educational Foundations degree

Students may obtain a degree in ECE or El Ed without licensure




No N/A

#103: PreK – K Yes 31



No N/A












http://www.iwc.edu/


Iowa Wesleyan University




Yes


No


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 (Non-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.


97



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

No 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


No





0 0 0


2 3 0


2 3 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



Once a year


Yes





Number of credits



HYBRID: Care and Development of the Preschool Child

EDUC 268 3 Fall Fall

HYBRID: Introduction to Early Childhood Education

EDUC 279 3 Fall Fall

HYBRID: Early Childhood Methods and Materials

EDUC 355 3 Spring Spring





Evening $420 per credit hour N/A

Part-time student Pay per credit hour (up to 12 credit hours per semester)

N/A

Full-time student $12,765 (12-18 credit hours per semester)

N/A

Online $420 per credit hour plus a $25 technology fee per credit hour

N/A


LiveText e-portfolio -$100

Basic Skills testing

N/A



ECE majors: 2

ECE endorsements: 3


1-2

Articulation


Yes

Eastern Iowa Community College







99



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


Yes

Students are self-identified as citizens or not.

IWC cross references with the info from SEVIS.


Service learning emphasis

Small class size


Complete Name of College/University: Kaplan University – Non-Licensure


Patti Pelletier [email protected] Phone: 772.214.9218 FAX: 800.507.4168


Della Lofton [email protected] Phone: 772.214.9218 FAX: 800.507.4068


Lisa Carter [email protected] Phone: 866.287.2354 FAX: 800.507.4168


Mike Lorenz [email protected] Phone: 866.458.2008 FAX: 800.507.4168

Mailing Address of College/University: Kaplan University ATTN Sara Skelton 1910 E. Kimberly Rd. Davenport, IA 52807

College/University Website: http://www.kaplanuniversity.edu/home.aspx






Early Childhood Development

B.S. degree Kaplan University 88 180


No

These are non-licensure programs




N/A N/A




N/A N/A



N/A


N/A





http://www.kaplanuniversity.edu/home.aspx


101

Kaplan University – Non-Licensure




Yes


No


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: http://catalog.kaplanuniversity.edu /Admissions_Requirements.aspx


N/A


No


No



Average number of EC courses offered: 20 courses on 4 different tracks (80) with multiple sections open for enrollment

20 courses on 5 different tracks (100) with multiple sections open for enrollment

20 courses on 4 different tracks (80) with multiple sections open for enrollment


All All All


All All All


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0

http://catalog.kaplanuniversity.edu/Admissions_Requirements.aspx

http://catalog.kaplanuniversity.edu/Admissions_Requirements.aspx





Courses repeated on three different tracks approximately every 4 weeks


Yes



Number of credits



Preparing for a Career In Early Childhood Development

CE 100 5 Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks

Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks

Introduction to Early Childhood Education and Curriculum Planning



Early Childhood Curriculum Planning CE 215 5 Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks


Infant, Toddler, and Early Childhood Development



Child Safety, Nutrition, and Health CE 220 5 Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks


Creative Activities for Young Children CE 230 5 Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks


Young Children with Special Needs CE 240 5 Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks


Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood



Children’s Literacy CE 310 6 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




103



Number of credits



Language and Social Skill Development for Young Children with Autism


Teaching Art and Music in Early Childhood


Curriculum Development CE 420 6 Offered on 3 different tracks every 4 weeks

Learning Through Play in the Inclusive Classroom


Teaching Young Children with Autism CE 440 6 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





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




B.A.: 233


230



Articulation


Yes















http://catalog.kaplanuniversity.edu/General _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


No


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.

http://catalog.kaplanuniversity.edu/General_Guidelines.aspx

http://catalog.kaplanuniversity.edu/General_Guidelines.aspx


105

Complete Name of College/University: Loras College


David Salyer, Ph.D. Director, Teacher Education Program Wahlert Hall, Room 135 [email protected] Phone: 563.588.7836 FAX:


Julie Dunn Director of Financial Planning [email protected] Phone: 563.588.7136 FAX: 563.588.7119


Jason Woods [email protected] Phone: 563.588.7829 FAX: 563.588.7119


J.T. Brown [email protected] Phone: 563.588.7829 FAX: 563.588.4962

Mailing Address of College/University: 1450 Alta Vista St. Dubuque, Iowa 52001

College/University Website: www.loras.edu






Elementary Education


Loras College 64 120


Yes




Yes 62 total – 24 distinct from elementary endorsement


#106: PreK – Grade 3 Yes 30 total – 12 distinct from elementary endorsement


No N/A












http://www.loras.edu/


Loras College




Yes


No


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.


Yes


No


107

Loras College





0 0 0


0 1 January term 3 weeks

0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0





Yes

L.EDU 222 should come before methods courses



Number of credits








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


Technology fees: $1,300.00 for full-time and $29.00 per credit for part-time.

Other fees vary by credits

N/A


Loras College


Number of EC degree/endorsements awarded by type in the 2013-2014 school year:

14


N/A

Articulation



Transfer Equivalency Guides available for:










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


No


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.


109

Complete Name of College/University: Luther College


Dr. Jodi Meyer-Mork [email protected] Phone: 563.387.1544 FAX:


Peggy Lensing, Controller [email protected] Phone: 563.387.1531 FAX:


Scot Schaeffer, Vice President for Enrollment Management [email protected] Phone: 563.387.1287 FAX:


[email protected] Phone: 563.387.1167 Fax:

Mailing Address of College/University: 700 College Dr. Decorah, IA 52101

College/University Website: www.luther.edu








Luther College 94 (EC & El Ed)

128


Yes




No N/A

#103: PreK – K Yes 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.



No N/A

May an endorsement be earned as: a part of the degree program or is it considered an add-on?

An endorsement is earned:


Can be added by someone holding an elementary education licensure.









Luther College




Yes


Yes


Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

Successful completion of ED 185/215: Clinical I.

2.75 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


Yes


No





0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


111

Luther College



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.



Number of credits







Day time $1,364 per credit hour part-time

$38,940 full-time

N/A

Evening $1,364 per credit hour part-time

$38,940 full-time

N/A

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



Endorsement #103 = 5


2


Luther College

Articulation


Yes

Northeast 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.


No changes are planned in the early childhood endorsement.



0


No


Approximately 70-80 hour field experience in first or second year of program

Candidates select schools across diverse settings for their field experiences and student teaching.


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Complete Name of College/University: Morningside College


Joe Rosener [email protected] Phone: 712.540.1579 FAX:

Mailing Address of College/University: 1501 Morningside Ave. Sioux City, IA 51106

College/University Website: www.iowa-lda.org




No

#103: PreK – K Yes 16 credits

#106: PreK – Grade 3 No


No


The endorsement is not a Morningside endorsement.

The classes have been approved by the BOEE to use for the PreK-K Endorsement.


Graduate level



There are no admission requirements.

The classes offered will meet the Iowa PreK-K Endorsement requirements.





3 3 6


3 3 6


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


http://www.iowa-lda.org/


Morningside College



Number of credits



Child Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE 133 3 May-July May-July

Infant Toddler Mental Health EDUC 772 2 Ongoing Ongoing

Early Childhood: Program Planning EDUC 773 3 Ongoing Ongoing

Organization in Administration of Early Childhood Programs

LDA 841 3 Summer Spring, Summer

Introduction to Early Childhood LDA 842 3 Summer, Fall Summer, Fall

Early Childhood Practicum LDA 843 2 Ongoing Ongoing



Cost

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



22 PreK-K Endorsements


25



2

To register for classes contact: VESI Phone: 800.313.6744 Ask for: Morningside graduate credit


Completely online

Many courses offered ongoing and self-study options.


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Complete Name of College/University: Mount Mercy University


Nancy Merryman, Director of Early Childhood Education [email protected] Phone: 319.363.1323 EXT 1266 FAX:


Bethany Rinderknecht [email protected] Phone: 319.368.6467 FAX: 563.364.3546


Terri Crumley [email protected] Phone: 319.363.1323 EXT 1017 FAX: 563.363.8593


Chance McWorthy [email protected] Phone: 319.363.1323 EXT 1310 FAX: 563.363.7543

Mailing Address of College/University: 1330 Elmhurst Dr. NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

College/University Website: www.mtmercy.edu








Department of Education

61 (plus at least one endorsement area)

123

B.S. Early Childhood Education



88 123


Yes, assuming students successfully complete student teaching.

Students may elect to go non-licensure at any point in the program.

Students may be ‘refused recommendation for licensure’ at the student teaching juncture.




Yes 40

#103: PreK – K Yes 31

#106: PreK – Grade 3 Yes 106


No N/A





http://www.mtmercy.edu/








That is, individuals may return following graduation and licensure to add additional endorsements, including EC.







Yes


No


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.





0 0 0


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0 0 0


1 1 1 (after 4pm)


0 0 0


0 0 0



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.



Number of credits







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


C-Base, textbooks and supplies (cost varies)

N/A



9


20



Articulation


Yes


Students with an Iowa Community College degree meet all Mount Mercy core requirements with the exception of one religion or philosophy course.



http://cotalog.mtmercy.edu/universityadmission/transferadmissions/


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


No



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.




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Complete Name of College/University: Northwestern College


Dr. Lila J. Sybesma [email protected] Phone: 712.707.7331 FAX: 712.707.7037


Eric Anderson Director of Financial Aid [email protected] Phone: 712.707.7132 EXT 7132 FAX: 712.707.7164


Kenton Pauls Dean of Enrollment Management [email protected] Phone: 712.707.7132 EXT 7450 FAX: 712.707.7164


Austin Nyhof Associate Registrar [email protected] Phone:712.707.7132 EXT 7146 FAX: 712.707.7175

Mailing Address of College/University: 101 7th St. SW Orange City, IA 51041

College/University Website: www.nwciowa.edu








Education Department

55-84 124

M.Ed. Early Childhood


37 37


No

Our B.A. degree leads to teacher licensure.

B.A. with teacher licensure is a requirement of admittance to our M. Ed. Degree licensure.



#100: B.A. Birth – Grade 3, including Special Education (Unified)

Yes (face-to-face)

#100: M.Ed. Endorsement Yes (online) 19

M.Ed. degree with #100 Endorsement

Yes (online) 37






http://www.nwciowa.edu/


Northwestern College




No N/A




As an add-on for licensed teachers who wish to add another endorsement.



The undergraduate level (in a face-to-face environment)

Master’s level endorsement classes are offered online.




Yes


Yes-NCATE


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 2.7-2.99).


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.


No


No



Average number of B.A. EC courses offered: 3 3 0

Average number of M.Ed. EC courses offered online:

2 2 2


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2 2 2


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0





Courses can be taken out of sequence



Number of credits



Collaboration & Advocacy in Early Childhood Programs

EDU 505 3 Spring

Advanced Child Development EDU 525 3 Summer

Leadership of Early Childhood Programs

EDU 530 3 Summer

Strategies for Early Literacy Development

EDU 535 3 Fall

Teaching Young Children with Diverse Needs

EDU 540 3 Fall

Science and Math in Early Childhood: A STEM Approach

EDU 575 3 Fall

Student Teaching EDU 580 4

Tuition and Other Costs 2015-2016



Daytime

Evening N/A N/A

Part-time student

Full-time student (face-to-face)

$28,750 tuition (12-18 credits) N/A





Online Undergraduate: $440 per credit

M. Ed: $300 per credit

N/A


Minimum number of credit hours taken from Northwestern 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




Articulation


N/A

Do you have course equivalent guides? N/A


N/A


The majority of the courses for the endorsement must be fulfilled at Northwestern 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.


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17


No


NW college education department is nationally accredited.

We have an integration of faith with learning.


Complete Name of College/University: Saint Ambrose University


Dr. Tom Carpenter Director, School of Education [email protected] Phone: 563.333.6124 FAX: 563.333.6028


Contact name: Julie Haack [email protected] Phone: 563.333.6314 FAX: 563.333.6321


Hilary Callas [email protected] Phone: 563.333.6300 FAX: 563.333.6038

Key Contact Person in the Registrar’s Office include name, email, phone, and FAX:

Diane Schmidt [email protected] Phone: 563.333.6202 FAX: 563.333.6206

Mailing Address of College/University: 518 W Locust St. Davenport, IA 52803

College/University Website: www.sau.edu

Early Childhood or Elementary Education Degrees Offered





B.A. Early Childhood Education


School of Education 96 120-134



School of Education 67 (plus 18-24 in concentration area)

120-134

Master of Early Childhood Education

33 33


No

MECE is not a licensure program.




Yes Part of ECE degree

#103: PreK – K Yes 18


#262: PreK-K Early Childhood Special Education

No N/A



http://www.sau.edu/


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Saint Ambrose University











Yes


Yes


ACT Score:

2015-2016: 20

2015-2018: 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


Yes


No




Average number of EC courses offered online: (MECE classes only)

2 2 2

Average number of EC courses offered in accelerated format (6-8 weeks) (MECE classes only):

2 2 2





0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0





Yes



Number of credits



All courses in the Masters of Early Childhood Education are online except for the ECE Summer Institute.




Day time $28,100 per year (12-18 credit hours per semester)

$866 per credit hour (for students attending under 12 hours per semester)

N/A

Evening N/A N/A

Part-time student $866 per credit hour (under 12 credits per semester)

N/A

Full-time student $28,100 per year (12-18 credits per semester)

N/A

Online N/A $550 per credit


Technology fee:

$280 full-time

$140 part-time

N/A



Early Childhood Education: 6


15-20

Early Childhood Faculty and Staff contacts: Dr. Brenda Boleyn, Professor

Dr. Sallee Beneke, Associate Professor

Dr. Laurie Jeans, Assistant Professor


127


Articulation


Do you have course equivalent guides? Yes Transfer Course Equivalency with:












No 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


Yes

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.


Complete Name of College/University: (All this info is from Last Year, Tara says she received, but can’t find this years!)

Simpson College

Key Contact Person(s) in the Early Childhood Department include name, email, phone, and fax:

Dr. Jackie Crawford Office: Wallace 403C [email protected] Phone: 515.961.1523 FAX: 515.961.1673 General Number: 800.362.2454; 515.961.6251 Education Department: 515.961.1616

Key Contact Person(s) in the Financial Aid Office include name, email, phone, and fax:

Tracie Pavon [email protected] Phone: 800.362.2454 EXT 1630; 515.981.1630 FAX: Unreported

Key Contact Person(s) in the Admissions Office include name, email, phone, and fax:

Alison Swanson [email protected] Phone: 515.961.1696 FAX: For transfer students: Gwen Schroder [email protected] Phone: 515.961.1695 FAX:

Key Contact Person(s) in the Registrar’s Office include name, email, phone, and fax:

Lynette Anderson [email protected] Phone: 515.961.1644 FAX:

Mailing Address of College/University: 701 N C St. Indianola, IA 50125

College/University Website: www.simpson.edu






B.A. Elementary Education K-6 with Endorsement #106

Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE.


24 (when added to the El Ed Majors)

128


Yes




No N/A

#103: PreK – K Available in special circumstances

N/A

#106: PreK – Grade 3 Yes 24 when added to the full BA program


No N/A






http://www.simpson.edu/


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Simpson College









The graduate level


Admission and Program information

Is the college or university currently accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools?

Yes

Is the college or university teacher preparation program currently accredited by CAEP?

No


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.


No

http://www.simpson.edu/hawley/index.html


Simpson College





0 0 0


0 0 0


1 0 1


0 0 0


0 0 0



Each course offered once per year.


We have a recommended sequence for most courses.

Prerequisites are listed in our College Catalog.



Number of credits




Tuition Costs for 2015-2016



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, 12-19 credits per term and May Term)

$656 fee for all full-time students

N/A

Online No difference in cost No difference in cost


Parking: $50

Student Teaching: $205

Student Teaching ($205)


131

Simpson College


Number of EC endorsements awarded by type in the 2013-2014 school year:

Endorsement #106: 10

Endorsement #103: 0 (Rarely completed)


15

Articulation


Yes

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


Simpson College


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.


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Complete Name of College/University: University of Dubuque


Debra Stork [email protected] Phone: 563.589.3453 FAX: 563.589.3410


Tim Kremer Email: [email protected]

Phone:563.587.3708 FAX: 563.589.3690


Melissa Gunnelson Email: [email protected]

Phone: 563.589.3201 FAX: 563.589.3690


Registrar Email: [email protected]

Phone: 563.589.3178 FAX: 563.589.3145

Mailing Address of College/University: 2000 University Ave. Dubuque, IA 52001

College/University Website: www.dbq.edu






B.S. Elementary Education with Endorsements #148 Reading K-8 and # 103 PreK-K

Iowa Teaching License as established by BOEE. (#102, 103, 148)

University of Dubuque Department of Education

El Ed: 79 (with Reading end.)

ECE end.: 96 (additional 17 + student teaching)

BS in El Ed: 130 (with Reading end.)

Including ECE end.: 147


Yes




No N/A

#103: PreK – K Yes 23 plus student teaching



No N/A


Add-on


Undergraduate





http://www.dbq.edu/






Yes


No


GPA: 27.5

Essay

No 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


No



Average number of EC courses offered: Varies Varies Varies


Varies Varies Varies






0 0 0


0 0 0


135




Yearly, course schedules vary depending upon student need.


Some have prerequisites.



Number of credits



Foundations of Early Childhood Education

EDU 220 3 Fall

Early Childhood Development EDU 225 3 Spring

Nutrition for Early Childhood Education

EDU 323 Spring

Tuition and Other Cost for 2015-2016



Day time $645 per credit hour

Evening $645 per credit hour

Part -time student $645 per credit hour

Full-time student $26,950 per year

Online $645 per credit hour


Summer courses are $340 per credit



4 #103 Endorsements recommended for licensure


1-2

Articulation


No

The ECE AA at Northeast Iowa Community College does currently fulfill all the ECE endorsement requirements at the University of Dubuque.

Do you have course equivalent guides? See registrar or Education Department Head


See Admissions




30


No



1


No


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.


137

Complete Name of College/University: University of Iowa


Katherine S. Mossman [email protected] Phone: 319.335.5358 FAX:


Name:

Email: Phone: FAX:


Name:

Email: Phone: FAX:


Name:

Email: Phone: FAX:

Mailing Address of College/University: Office of Education Services 310 Lindquist Center North Iowa City, IA 52242-1529

College/University Website: www.uni.edu








College of Education 120


Elem Ed degree leads to teacher Licensure.

EC is an added endorsement




No

#103: PreK – K Yes 24

#106: PreK – Grade 3 No


No








http://www.uni.edu/


University of Iowa




Yes








Average number of EC courses offered: Varies Varies Varies










0 0 0



Varies




How many of those students will have or be eligible for teaching licenses?


139

University of Iowa



Number of credits



Unreported at this time




Day time

Evening

Part -time student

Full-time student

Online


Articulation


Yes


Do you have course equivalent guides






0


No



Complete Name of College/University: University of Northern Iowa


Melissa L. Heston [email protected] Phone: 319.273.2236 FAX:


Joyce Morrow [email protected] [email protected] Phone: 319.273.2700 FAX: 319.273.6950


Paul R. Sapp [email protected] [email protected]

Phone: 319.273.2781 FAX: 319.273.2885


Mary Bauman [email protected] [email protected] Phone: 319.273.2241 FAX: 319.273.6792

Mailing Address of College/University: Nielsen Field House Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0606

College/University Website: www.uni.edu








College of Education 38 120-124

M.A.E. Early Childhood Education


College of Education 24 30


No

Only the B.A. leads to teacher licensure.




Yes 15-16 credit hours for individuals holding the K-6 regular education endorsement.




Yes 19 credit hours for individuals holding or earning other teaching endorsements.





http://www.uni.edu/


141




Endorsement #100 can be earned:

As part of the Early Childhood degree.

Endorsement #262 may only be earned as an add-on.


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.




Yes


No


2.50 grade index in all course work at UNI.

2.50 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.


No





2 2 0


2* 2* 0


4 4 0

* Masters of Education only





0 0 0


0 0 0



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.


Yes



Number of credits



Nutrition for Early Childhood Education

NUTR 1031 2 Variable Maybe

Child, Family, Schools, Community Relationships

ELEM/EMCL 4149/5149

3 Fall, Spring, maybe summer

Yes

Administration of Programs in Early Childhood

ELEM/ECML 4160/5160

1 Variable Yes




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


Fees vary by credits Fees vary by credits



112


200



143

Articulation


General articulation agreements with all Iowa community colleges for the A.A. in Education.

Do you have course equivalent guides? Yes https://cgi.access.uni.edu/cgi-bin/transfer /transferPlanIt.cgi


http://uni.edu/admissions/transfer


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 2015.

We will start a new post BA program leading to Endorsement #100 in June 2016.



2


No


Breadth/depth of field experiences.

Inclusive practices for children with special needs.

IEPs

English Language Learners

https://cgi.access.uni.edu/cgi-bin/transfer/transferPlanIt.cgi

https://cgi.access.uni.edu/cgi-bin/transfer/transferPlanIt.cgi

http://uni.edu/admissions/transfer


Complete Name of College/University: Upper Iowa University


Dr. Cindy Waters [email protected] Phone: 563.425.5257 FAX: 563.425.5379


Jean Barness Office: Garbee Hall [email protected] Phone: 563.425.5276


Storm Schmitt Office: Parker-Fox Hall [email protected] Phone: 563.425.5857 FAX: Unreported


Holly Streeter Office: Garbee Hall-IEC [email protected] Phone: 563.425.5268 FAX: Unreported

Mailing Address of College/University: 605 Washington St. PO Box 1857 Fayette, IA 52142

College/University Website: www.uiu.edu






B.A. Pre-K through Grade 3


Andres School of Education

75 120

B.A. Pre-K through Grade 3 including Special Education



95 120




89 120


Yes




Yes 54

#103: PreK – K Yes 22



No N/A




http://www.uiu.edu/


145













Yes


No


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 - 235 or above on each English, Math, Writing


Yes

Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood Courses? If so, list.

Davenport

Des Moines

Waterloo

Mesa, AZ

Early Childhood Course Offering




1 0 1





4 4 2


3 6 2


0 0 0


0 0 0



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.



Number of credits




ECED 451/551 3 Starting 8/15 Fall I 2015

Tuition Cost and Other Costs for 2015-2016



FAYETTE CAMPUS

Day time $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

N/A

Evening $425 per credit hour per semester

N/A


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Part-time student 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

N/A

Full-time student $26,084 (12-19 credit hours) per semester

N/A

Online $405 per credit hour per semester

N/A


Vary by credits N/A

SATELLITE SITES

On Campus $406 per credit N/A

Online $423 per credit N/A



Prekindergarten-Grade 3: 3

Prekindergarten-Grade 3 including Special Education: 6


8

Articulation


Yes









http://www.uiu.edu/admissions/transfer /articulation/articulation.html


Twenty-four of the last 30 credits required for graduation must have been taken from Upper Iowa.


Some restructuring of courses.

http://www.uiu.edu/admissions/transfer/articulation/articulation.html

http://www.uiu.edu/admissions/transfer/articulation/articulation.html





13


Yes

They must provide documentation if they are international students.


Two at a time concept (2 three-credit courses per eight-week term)


149

Complete Name of College/University: Wartburg College


Kimberly Eversman [email protected] Phone: 319.352.8316 FAX: 319.352.8583


Contact name: Contact email: Phone: 319.352.8262 FAX:


Contact name: Contact email: Phone: 319.352.8264 FAX:


Sheree Covert [email protected] Phone: 319.352.8272 FAX:

Mailing Address of College/University: 100 Wartburg Blvd. Waverly, IA 50677

College/University Website: www.wartburg.edu






B.A. Elementary Education with Early Childhood Endorsement



24 36


Yes




No N/A

#103: PreK – K Yes N/A



No N/A









http://www.wartburg.edu/


Wartburg College




Yes


Yes


2.5 cumulative grade point average

No course in the professional core or endorsement area below C-

Dispositions of an effective-reflective teacher

Praxis/PPST/CBASE tests: When do they need to be completed and what scores are required?

Praxis I: total of 455 on the three tests or

Reading: 156

Writing: 154

Mathematics: 131


Yes

Do you have satellite campuses with Early Childhood Courses?

No

Early Childhood Course Offering




0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0


0 0 0



Courses offered every other year


No


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Wartburg College



Number of credits




Tuition Costs for 2015-2016



Day time N/A N/A

Evening N/A N/A

Part-time student $1,750 per credit hour per semester plus a $95 fee

N/A

Full-time student $33,400 per year N/A

Online N/A N/A


Vary N/A



5


2

Articulation




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.



Wartburg College



0


No

What makes a degree from your college or university unique in comparison to theirs?

CAEP; four-year program

Possible off-campus experiences:

New York, New York

Denver, Colorado

All courses taught and supervision by tenured, earned-doctorate professors.


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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

Northwestern 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 Northern 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


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 50319

Phone: 515.281.3245

www.boee.iowa.gov

Four-year Colleges without Early Childhood Programs

Allen College 1825 Logan Ave. Waterloo, IA 50703 Phone: 319.226.2000 Website: www.allencollege.edu

Briar Cliff University 3303 Rebecca St. Sioux City, IA 51104 Phone: 800.662.3303 Website: www.briarcliff.edu

Central College 812 University St. Pella, IA 50219 Phone: 877.467.3687 Website: www.central.edu

Clarke College 1550 Clarke Dr. Dubuque, IA 52001 Phone: 563.588.6300 Website: www.clarke.edu

Coe College 1220 1st Ave. NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 Phone: 319.399.8500 Website: www.coe.edu

Cornell College 600 1st St. W Mount Vernon, IA 52314 Phone: 319.895.4000 Website: www.cornellcollege.edu

Emmaus Bible College 2570 Asbury Rd. Dubuque, IA 52001 563.588.8000 EXT 0 Website: www.emmaus.edu

Grandview University 1200 Grandview Ave. Des Moines, IA 50316 Phone: 515.263.2800 Website: www.grandview.edu

Grinnell College 1210 Park Ave. Grinnell, IA 50112 Phone: 641.269.4000 Website: www.grinnell.edu

Hamilton College 4655 121st St. Des Moines, IA 50323 Phone: 800.325.6887 Website: www.hamiltonia.edu

Vatterott College 6100 Thornton Ave. Ste. 290 Des Moines, IA 50321 Phone: 515.309.9000 Website: www.vatterott-college.com

Vennard College 2300 8th Ave. University Park, IA 52595 Phone: 641.673.8391 Website: www.vennard.edu

Waldorf College 106 S 6th St. Forest City, IA 50436 Phone: 800.292.1903 Website: www.waldorf.edu

William Penn University 201 Truebood Ave. Oskaloosa, IA 52577 Phone: 800-779-7366 Website: www.wmpenn.edu

http://www.allencollege.edu/

http://www.briarcliff.edu/

http://www.central.edu/

http://www.clarke.edu/

http://www.coe.edu/

http://www.cornellcollege.edu/

http://www.emmaus.edu/

http://www.grinnell.edu/

http://www.hamiltonia.edu/

http://www.vatterott-college.com/

http://www.vennard.edu/

http://www.waldorf.edu/

http://www.wmpenn.edu/


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 www.fafsa.ed.gov. 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) 331-8000 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 www.iowaaeyc.org/teach.cfm

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/


http://www.iowaaeyc.org/teach.cfm


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Other Scholarship or Financial Aid Opportunities

Not 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 www.fafsa.ed.gov. 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, 2015. 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 800.4.FEDAID (800.433.3243). 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.

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/


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 six-

month 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 www.IHaveaPlanIowa.gov 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: 877.272.4456

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.iowacollegeaid.gov

http://www.ihaveaplaniowa.gov/


http://www.iowacollegeaid.gov/


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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 low-

income families.

For more information, go to the following website www.teachgrant.ed.gov

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 high-

need 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 www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov/tc 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 www.FederalStudent.ed.gov.tc 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, 2007. This is funded by the state of Iowa and the benefits vary. Apply online between January and

March.

Call 877.272.4456 or go to www.iowacollegeaid.gov

http://www.teachgrant.ed.gov/

http://www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov/tc

http://www.federalstudent.ed.gov.tc/



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, 2017.

Go to www.studentaid.ed.gov/publicservice 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 3rd consecutive year of qualifying service, and rises to an additional 30% after

each of the 4th and 5th 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

http://www.irs.gov/publications/p970/ch03.html

American Opportunity and Hope Tax Credits:

Contact for American Opportunity and Hope Tax Credits:

http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq/0,,id=199791,00.html

You cannot claim both a Lifetime Learning Credit and an American Opportunity or Hope Tax Credit

for the same student in the same year.

http://www.studentaid.ed.gov/publicservice

http://www.ed.gov/programs/ccplfd/index.html

http://www.irs.gov/publications/p970/ch03.html

http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq/0,,id=199791,00.html


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Helpful General Websites:

http://studentaid.ed.gov

www.finaid.org/ www.salliemae.com/ www.collegeboard.com/pay www.hsf.net www.iowacollegeaid.gov

http://studentaid.ed.gov/

http://www.finaid.org/

http://www.salliemae.com/

http://www.collegeboard.com/pay

http://www.hsf.net/


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