Supervised experience in the education, guidance and care of young children birth through age eight. Course begins with four weeks of classroom instruction on developmentally appropriate curriculum, guidance techniques, and age appropriate activities. Students will complete first aid certification, and must show proof of fingerprint clearance before student is placed at a center for lab.
Prerequisites
A passing grade of “C” or higher in one of the following courses: ECE 100, ECE 102, ECE 105, ECE 110, or ECE 120 or instructor approval.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Explain Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP).
- Explain and describe childhood theories, skills, and techniques.
- Develop appropriate classroom management strategies.
- Demonstrate appropriate guidance techniques.
- Demonstrate professionalism through dependability and team work.
- Develop and implement basic lesson plans.