This certificate provides students with basic skills in the early care and education of infants and toddlers. It is designed for students just entering the early care and education field, those who wish to focus thier education and work experience with infants and toddlers, and for those already employed in child care, but who need an immediate certificate to continue working in an Oregon licensed facility. A student may continue to seek the associate degree seamlessly, since all of the certificate classes are wholly contained within the degree program.