Early Childhood Development, CSC (221-636-06)

This is a G3-eligible program. Discover the G3 programs at Laurel Ridge for more information.

Program Description/Purpose: Designed to prepare students for working in an early childhood development setting.

Occupational Outcomes: Possible occupations for graduates include instructional assistants, preschool, and childcare workers.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

Students will demonstrate an understanding of children’s environments based on the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS) standards.
Students will apply formal child observation and documentation techniques, analyzing the results for each child’s strengths and weaknesses in each developmental domain.
Students will demonstrate the ability to write effective lesson plans based on state standards, incorporating play, differentiated instruction, and family engagement.

Early Childhood Education CSC Curriculum Requirements:

Student Development (1 cr)

SDV 101 - Orientation to Education Professions (Check Availability) 1 cr. or any approved SDV course

Core Requirements (15 cr)

Program Total: 16 Credits

¹This is a practicum course, 60 hours of observation and participation in a childcare center is required. Students may need a background check, fingerprinting and/or TB screening at the students’ expense.

Suggested Scheduling:

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