Earned Income Credit, need advice

Hi: The EIC hasn't been applied to my refund even though I qualify.

 

Since my return has been accepted I will have to file an amended version. I've never done that before... Does it involve redoing the whole tax return? Or would I just resubmit the section for the EIC? And should I wait until I get my refund on the first return before submitting the amended return?

 

I would be so grateful for advice: I find taxes very scary!