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

An exploration of guidance strategies for promoting prosocial behaviors with individual and groups of children. Emphasis on positive guidance principles and techniques, family involvement and cultural influences. Spring only. Prerequisite: Capstone course to be taken during freshman year second semester and CDEC1454/TECA 1354. Corequisite: Course must be taken concurrently with CDEC 2187.

A study of appropriate infant and toddler programs (birth to 3 years), including an overview of development, quality routines, learning environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques. Spring only.

An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching language and literacy through a play-based integrated curriculum to children from birth through age eight. Spring only.

An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching music, movement, visual arts, and dramatic play through process-oriented experiences to support divergent thinking for children birth through age eight. Fall only.

A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role, and legislative issues. Fall only.

A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. Co-requisite: Child Development majors must take course concurrently with TECA 1354. Malpractice insurance fee required.

A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. Spring only. Corequisite: Course must be taken concurrently with CDEC 1319. Student liability fee required.

A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. Fall only. Corequisite: Course must be taken concurrently with CDEC 2307. Student liability fee required.

Exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children math and science concepts and process skills through discovery and play.¿Fall only. Prerequisite: CDEC 1313 (or concurrent enrollment) and CDEC 1319. Corequisite: Course must be taken concurrently with CDEC 2188

Application of management procedures for early care and education programs. Includes planning, operating, supervising, and evaluating programs. Topics cover philosophy, types of programs, policies, fiscal management, regulations, staffing, evaluation, and communication. Spring only.

An in-depth study of the skills and techniques in managing early care and education programs, including legal and ethical issues, personnel management, team building, leadership, conflict resolution, stress management, advocacy, professionalism, fiscal analysis, technical applications in programs and planning parent education/partnerships. Spring only.

A continuation of the study of the requirements for the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA). The six functional areas of study include safe, healthy, learning environment, self, social and guidance. Prerequisite: Must be a teacher or a teacher aide/assistant employed in an approved Child Care Center.

Continuation of the requirements for the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA).The three functional areas of study include family, program management and professionalism. Prerequisite: Must be a teacher or a teacher aide/assistant employed in an approved Child Care Center.

A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. Spring only. Prerequisite: Capstone course - to be taken during sophomore year second semester and CDEC 2307.