Home Page President's Message Board of Trustees About the College Press Releases Mission History Campus and Facilities Partners in Development Giving to UCB (Online Giving) Significant Initiatives Lesley Partnership UMass Partnership Commencement Student Services Applying to UCB Programs of Study Academic Calendar Financial Aid Tuition & Fees Faculty & Staff Policies & Procedures Urban College Connections Newsletter Directions     Computer Applications Certificate Program Marketed to the entire Boston community, including employers, this program offers several "hands-on" computer applications courses that help students enter today's job market and become more valuable employees. Courses include: Introduction to Personal Computers and Windows; Introduction to Microsoft Word; Introduction to Microsoft Excel; and Intermediate Spreadsheet Applications.   Child Development Associate (CDA) and Family Services Urban College works with Head Start to operate the Child Development Associate (CDA) for those working in the field of early childhood education. It has also developed a 21-credit certificate program to support Head Start's human/family services training program needs.

Urban College Programs of Study The Certificate Programs The certificate programs offer an alternative route to acquiring career skills and to furthering a student's educational experience. Clusters of courses introduce students to a few related subjects within an area of specialization, such as management, early childhood education, human services, case management, and computer information systems. These certificate programs have proven popular with students choosing to master certain subjects before moving into a degree program. Since the certificate courses are applicable to degree requirements, students can take time to develop their skills and confidence prior to matriculation into a degree program. In addition, these programs offer the opportunity to become acquainted with a career field, particularly in those professional areas experiencing rapid growth and seeking well-prepared personnel. Early Childhood Education Certificate   21 credits Early Childhood Education Bilingual in Spanish or Cantonese Certificate   21 credits Human Services Certificate   21 credits General Studies Certificate   21 credits Direct Service Worker (Youth-Ages 6-18) Certificate   24 credits Case Management Certificate   21 credits Management Certificate   21 credits Personal Computer Applications Certificate   21 credits Youth Program Administration Certificate   21 credits Health/Nutrition Food Safety Certificate Program In Development: Beginning in Spring 2008, Urban College will offer a certificate in “Health, Nutrition and Food Safety” in the General Studies Division. Students who complete the curriculum successfully will be eligible for employment in a variety of food service establishments, including child care centers, schools, restaurants, hotels, hospitals and other settings working directly under a chef or on a team in a larger organization. A detailed curriculum will follow in early 2008. Associate of Arts Degrees Program Descriptions Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education - 66 credits Consultant, Mary Wong, left, works with a student in the Learning Resource Center Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education – 66 credits The Early Childhood Education program provides the theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed to work successfully with young children in a variety of institutional and agency settings. Access to internships and job placement sites are readily available through Head Start and other childcare programs. Transfer agreements with other colleges allow students to continue their education in this important career field. General Education   33 credits ENG 111,112 College Writing I and II 6 credits COM 111 Speech Communication 3 credits PSY 100 General Psychology 3 credits Humanities   6 credits Social Sciences   3 credits Natural Sciences   3 credits Mathematics   3 credits Computer Information Systems   3 credits Health and Life Fitness   3 Credits   Professional Concentration   24 credits ECE 104 Child Growth and Development 3 credits ECE 105 Observing and Recording 3 credits ECE 106 Guidance and Discipline 3 credits ECE 107 Early Childhood Curriculum 3 credits PRO 101, 201 Professional Seminars & II 6 credits PRO 102, 103 Internship I & II 6 Credits Electives   9 credits       Total Credits   66 credits   Associate of Arts in General Studies - 66 credits The General Studies Associate of Arts degree offers a foundation in the liberal arts and sciences that prepares students for transfer into a broad range of academic and professional baccalaureate programs and for career advancement. Students will acquire communication and learning skills, knowledge and appreciation of the humanities and the natural and social sciences, along with an understanding of the direct relationship of the liberal arts to the world of work. The individual studies component of the major is developed to address the student's specific career objectives and to build upon his or her life experience. ENG 111,112 College Writing I and II 6 credits COM 111 Speech Communication 3 credits PSY 100 General Psychology 3 credits Humanities 6 credits Social Sciences 3 credits Natural Sciences 3 credits Mathematics 3 credits Computer Information Systems 3 credits Health and Life Fitness 3 credits Professional Concentration 12 credits PRO 101, 201 Professional Seminar I & II 6 credits Individual Studies 6 credits (Courses taken reflect student's field of interest)   General Studies Component   15 credits Seven courses chosen from at least four of the following areas: Humanities Mathematics Social Sciences Management Natural Sciences Computer Information Systems Total Credits   66 credits   Associate of Arts Degree in Human Services Administration – 66 credits The Human Services Administration major provides a carefully structured curriculum focused on the spectrum of human services and the clients who receive them. Areas of study include delivery of services, case management, interpersonal relations, the nature of prejudice, methods of changing behavior, public policy and decision-making, and organizational management. Graduates are well-prepared to work with urban populations in a professional capacity and to foster positive change among clients and communities. This well-planned course of study facilitates continuance to a baccalaureate program in a human services career field. General Education   33 credits ENG 111,112 College Writing I and II 6 credits COM 111 Speech Communication 3 credits PSY 100 General Psychology 3 credits Humanities 6 credits Social Sciences 3 credits Natural Sciences 3 credits Mathematics 3 credits Computer Information Systems 3 credits Health and Life Fitness 3 credits   Professional Concentration   24 credits HUS 103 Introduction to Human Services 3 credits   MAN 105 Princip. of Planning & Evaluation 3 credits HUS 241 Case Management 3 credits AN 216 Public Management 3 credits PRO 101, 201 Professional Seminar I & II 6 credits PRO 102, 103 Internship I and II 6 credits Electives 9 credits Total Credits 66 credits