TECA 1311 Educating Young Children

Lab Fee: $10.00

An introduction to the education of the young child, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues.

Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through age eight.

It requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations.

Course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experience.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec/1 lab)

CDEC 1319 Child Guidance

Lab Fee: $10.00

An exploration of guidance strategies for promoting prosocial behaviors with individual and groups of children.

Emphasis is on positive guidance principles and techniques, family involvement, and cultural influences. Practical application through direct participation with children.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec/1 lab)

CDEC 1313 Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs

Lab Fee: $10.00

A study of the fundamentals of developmentally appropriate curriculum design and implementation in early care and education programs for children birth through age eight.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec/1 lab)

TECA 1318 Wellness of the Young Child

Lab Fee: $10.00

A study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focus on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations.

Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth to age eight.

Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations.

Course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.

Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab)

CDEC 1381 Cooperative Ed_child Care Provider/Asst

Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

Prerequisites: successful completion (C or better) of TECA 1311 and CDEC 1319. Semester Credit Hours 3 (1 lec/14 internship)