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Early Childhood Education I
The Early Childhood Education course is designed to provide an overview of the expectations and roles of the early childhood educator. The course provides details about childhood development, health, nutrition, and guidance strategies to help students understand the exciting and unique opportunities that a career in early childhood education can offer. The course is intended to prepare students for challenges they may face, but to emphasize the rewards of being able to influence the life of a young child. The ability to offer support to children as they learn, and grow is a point that is highlighted throughout each lesson.
Course Outline by Module
- Module 1 – The Early Childhood Education ProfessionÂ
- Module 2 – Planning a Safe, Clean, & Healthy Learning Environment
- Module 3 – Planning Food Service & Nutrition
- Module 4 – Typical & Atypical Development
- Module 5 – Observation & Recording Methods
- Module 6 – Methods of Guidance Â
- Module 7 – The Influences of Nutrition, Environment, & Heredity
- Module 8 – Current and Future Technology in Childcare
- Module 9 – Exploring Your State: Rules & Regulations in Childcare
- Module 10- Exploring Your State: Child Abuse & Neglect
