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
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Prepare and Maintain a Safe Environment for Learning
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Write and Understand a Curriculum
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Master the Growth and Development Milestones of Children Birth – Eight
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Use Developmentally Appropriate Practices in the Classroom
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Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention
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Guidance Theory vs. Discipline in the Preschool Environment
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Physical, Cognitive, and Social-Emotional Development of Children
Industry Recognized Credentials
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CPR/AED Certified (infant/toddler/adult)
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First Aid Certified (infant/toddler/adult)
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Communicable Disease Prevention Certified
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Child Abuse Prevention Certified
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CDA
Instructors/Aides
Kayla Kleinfelter
kkleinfelter@vsctc.org
Vanguard Tech Center
Sarrah Ottney
sottney@vsctc.org
Vanguard Tech Center
Jessica Hotz
jhotz@vsctc.org
Vanguard Tech Center