Early Childhood Education
Understand growth and development of children ages birth-eight. Learn the method of planning, writing, and implementing lesson plans. Interact daily with preschool children. Assist in running a state licensed preschool. Develop mastery of the theories behind early childhood education. Obtain student placement for experience in K-4th grade classrooms. Earn four certifications which will allow for immediate employability in a daycare or preschool setting.
Course Topics
- Prepare and Maintain a Safe Environment for Learning
- Write and Understand a Curriculum
- Master the Growth and Development Milestones of Children Birth – Eight
- Use Developmentally Appropriate Practices in the Classroom
- Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention
- Guidance Theory vs. Discipline in the Preschool Environment
- Physical, Cognitive, and Social-Emotional Development of Children
Industry Recognized Credentials
- CPR/AED Certified (infant/toddler/adult)
- First Aid Certified (infant/toddler/adult)
- Communicable Disease Prevention Certified
- Child Abuse Prevention Certified
- CDA
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