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CSU
This course is a study of infant and toddler development,
brain research and care giving as related to environments,
resources and curriculum. Skill building in assessment,
intervention, inclusion and home visits will be developed.
Curriculum development and direct observation in infant
and toddler programs are requirements.
34 – OBSERVING AND RECORDING CHILDREN’S
BEHAVIOR (3 UNITS) CSU
This course explores appropriate use of assessment and
observation strategies to document development, growth,
play, and learning to join with families and professionals
in promoting children’s success. Recording strategies,
rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools
are explored.
36 - LITERATURE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD
(1 UNIT) CSU
This course is an overview of literature suitable for
children from birth through eight years. Students analyze
a wide variety of books to address contemporary issues.
Techniques of selection and presentation methods are
explored.
38 - ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION OF
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS I (3 UNITS)
CSU
Prerequisite: Completion of Child Development 001 and 002 with
grades of “C” or better.
This course provides an understanding of the principles and
practices necessary to run an Early Childhood Education
Program. State of California licensing regulations, fiscal
planning and management, personnel management,
child abuse recognition and reporting requirements, and
brochure development are some of the important topics
covered. Professionalism and quality standards are
emphasized.
39 - ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION OF
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS II (3 UNITS)
CSU
Prerequisite: Completion of Child Development 001 and 002 with
grades of “C” or better.
Recommended: Child Development 038.
This course provides an in depth study of finances, including
grant and proposal writing. Licensing requirements for a
wide variety of children’s programs will be explored.
Risk management and disaster preparedness for children’s
programs will be covered. Other topics covered include
advocacy, staff development, professionalism as well as
current trends in child development.
42 - THE CHILD IN A DIVERSE SOCIETY
(3 UNITS) CSU
Recommended: Child Development 011.
This course is designed to enhance a teacher’s sensitivity
to and knowledge of cultural diversity. Appropriate
multicultural instructional resources will be developed.
Meaningful curriculum activities and experiences will be
explored. Students will be introduced to creative ethnic
materials in the areas of art, language, music, literature,
dramatic play, foods, etc.
45 - PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH
SPECIAL NEEDS II (3 UNITS) CSU
This course examines specific classifications and special
characteristics of exceptional children. Information on
legislation for exceptional children is explored. IDEA, the
IEP process, inclusion, early identification, and curricular
approaches are examined. Students explore a variety of
disabilities from a child development perspective including
definition and educational implications.
65 - ADULT SUPERVISION/EARLY CHILDHOOD
MENTORING (2 UNITS)
Prerequisite: Completion of Child Development 038 with a grade of
“C” or better, one year of teaching experience or a two semester C.D.
practicum course. Meets the Child Development Matrix requirement.
Course presents principles and practices in staff relations
and the supervision and evaluation of staff in early
childhood programs. The study of methods of clinical
supervision and performance evaluation, leadership styles,
group dynamics, conflict resolution, staff development,
staff roles and responsibilities are explored.
75 - CHILD SAFETY (1 UNIT)
This course offers a first aid and cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR) training program giving individuals
the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, recognize,
and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illnesses
until advanced medical personnel arrive. American Red
Cross CPR and First Aid certificates are awarded upon
successful completion of the course.
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