Careers with Children

The Careers with Children course is designed to help students who are interested in working with children in a school setting, within varying age groups from 0-8yrs. This experience provides entry-level job skill training at a worksite classroom. Students learn and apply developmentally appropriate skills and techniques, which reflect the latest research in Early Childhood Development. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

· Identify the historical roots of Early Childhood Education

· Define different Early Childhood Education program types, delivery systems, licensing and regulation structures

· Describe the relationship of observation, planning, implementation and assessment, as an effective strategy for learning

· Identify practices promoting positive classroom management, guidance, communication and problem solving

· Demonstrate an understanding of ages and stages of childhood development

· Define criteria strategies for children with special needs

· Exhibit proficiency in the following areas according to the Employability Rubric: Responsibility, Communication, and Reliability

· Articulated with Shasta College (up to 3 units may be earned)

· Industry Certifications: Educational Para Professional, First Aid, CPR

Child Psychology

The Child Psychology program is designed to prepare students to pursue a career in Family and Human Services. Students will also obtain employment and management skills, such as positive guidance, professional behavior and standards, and laws and regulations related to the field. Students apply this knowledge in a variety of early childhood programs and family services organizations. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

· Define different Early Childhood Education program types, delivery systems, licensing and regulation structures

· Summarize child care and development standards, licensing, regulations, and codes

· Implement the principles and practices of good nutrition, health and safety for infants and children

· Communicate and interact effectively with families and communities

· Demonstrate an understanding of ages and stages of childhood development

· Define criteria strategies for children with special needs

· Exhibit proficiency in the following areas of the Employability Rubric: responsibility, communication and reliability

· Child growth and development

· Nutrition and health practices

· Learning theories

· Developmentally appropriate practices and curriculum activities

· A-G approved by CSU and UC (G – Elective)

· Articulated with Shasta College (up to 5 units may be earned)

· Industry Certifications: Educational Para Professional, First Aid, CPR