Course Syllabi

Methods of creating effective communication and cooperation with families through effectively using observation, utilizing and implementing positive guidance techniques while taking into consideration culture and diversity.

Methods to explore the normal sequence of social and emotional development and its relation to guidance and the communication process

Theories, trends, and research in the development of children 0 to 3 years old. Emphasis on the principles of physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development and methods to implement an anti-bias multicultural curriculum.  

An overview of how preschool children learn through examining theories, trends, and issues of the preschool years, taking into consideration early literacy skills.

Prepares the student on how to compile a professional portfolio in preparation for Child Development Associate (CDA) Assessment.

Prepares the student with direct participation in an early childhood setting. Students engage in supervised teaching of young children at a chosen site. The course is the final step in the application process for the National CDA Credential.

Overview of environmental factors that impact the health, safety and nutrition of infants and young children.

Initial opportunity to work in an early childhood setting.

Overview of effective teaching skills, behavior of children, and curriculum in early childhood education settings. Twenty hours of observation is mandatory in this course.

Development of skills that promote a positive relationship between families and teachers or professional childcare workers.

Continuing opportunity to work in an early childhood setting.

Overview of the methods needed for effective guidance of children.

Study of the curriculum, methods and materials used to assist children in the learning process. Observation of children is an integral part of the course.

Continuing opportunity to work in an early childhood setting.

Supervised student teaching in a pre-school setting.

Overview of human growth and development from conception to early adolescence, incorporating independent observation of children and personal investigation into child-related issues.

Exploration of the development of young children between the ages of birth and 8 years old. The course will include 32 hours of directed observa- ion of children birth through 8 years.

Introduction to the area of early childhood special education focusing on gathering infor- mation about at-risk, delayed or disabled children.

Focus on the process of language and literacy development in the child: birth through eight years.

Exploration of concepts and techniques used to observe and record children's characteristics and behaviors in an early childhood setting and how to apply observation to assessment. Includes two hours of weekly observation.