Introduction to Early Childhood Education is an introduction to the early childhood profession, including an emphasis on professionalism and developmentally appropriate practices. The course also includes an overview of the history of early education; theoretical program models; different types of early childhood programs; community resources; professional organizations; and contemporary trends and issues in programs for children ages birth through eight.

Note: This course was formally ECED 1010.

Field experience is required.

3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (F, S)

Note: Course designed for transfer.

The Mentoring Teacher is a study of the philosophy, principles, and methods of mentoring adults who have varying levels of training. Emphasis will be on the role of mentors as facilitators of adult learning, while also addressing the needs of parents, other staff, and of children from birth through age eight. The Mentoring Teacher is a study of the philosophy, principles and methods of mentoring adults who have varying levels of training. Emphasis is on the role of mentors as facilitators of adult learning while also addressing the needs of children, parents, and other staff.

Prerequisite: Departmental approval

Note: This course was formally ECED 2100.

3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (Variable)

Note: Course designed for transfer.

Safe, Healthy Learning Environments is a study of the basic principles and practices of safety, health and nutrition as they relate to the early childhood setting, home and community for children ages birth through eight. Also included is a study of principles for creating appropriate learning environments for young children.

Prerequisites: None

Note: This course was formally ECED 2010.

Field experience is required.

3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (Variable)

Note: Course designed for transfer.

Administration of Early Childhood Programs is a study of organizational and administrative practices applicable to programs serving children ages birth through eight. Topics of particular consideration include leadership, enrollment, public relations, staff-management, financial management, facilities, regulations, family relations, and program development.

Prerequisites: None

Note: This course was formally ECED 2120.

Field experience is required.

3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (Variable)

Note: Course designed for transfer.