The Certificate in Behavioral Health and Trauma in Early Childhood provides a basic overview of the field of early childhood as well as the field of human services. Students will strengthen their knowledge of behavioral health and trauma. This certificate is focused on early childhood educators who want to strengthen their trauma informed practice and learn how to differentiate instruction to better meet the needs of young children.
A minimum of 22 credits is required for graduation.
CORI/CHRI/SORI
Students interested in participation in this academic program may be required to undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) check and/or a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check. For more information, visit the CORI/CHRI/SORI page on the NECC website.
Northern Essex Community College is committed to the success of every student. Students with legal issues in their background will meet with a committee as part of the CORI/CHRI/SORI process and will receive guidance and counseling throughout the review of their records. NECC personnel make every effort to help students prepare for careers in their chosen field. Students are encouraged to seek assistance and support.
Health Immunizations
Students are required to complete a health evaluation, including the Hepatitis B immunization series, prior to final acceptance to the Program.
Requirements
| HUS101 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 |
| HUS210 | Fundamentals in Children's Behavioral Health | 3 |
| HUS211 | Trauma and Children's Behavioral Health | 3 |
| ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ECE101 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE104 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ECE271 | Early Childhood Education Practicum I | 4 |
Courses with Prerequisites: ECE271 Early Childhood Education Practicum I
Recommended Course Sequence/Pathway Behavioral Health and Trauma in Early Childhood
Year 1 Fall
| ECE101 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE104 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| HUS101 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 |
| HUS210 | Fundamentals in Children's Behavioral Health | 3 |
Year 1 Spring
| ECE271 | Early Childhood Education Practicum I | 4 |
| ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| HUS211 | Trauma and Children's Behavioral Health | 3 |