Early Childhood Development & Services

This course focuses on human anatomy, physiology and human body diseases and disorders, and biomedical therapies.  Students will learn about health care careers within the context of human body systems.  Projects, teamwork, and demonstrations serve as instructional strategies that reinforce the curriculum content.  English language arts and science are reinforced in this course.  Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include service learning and job shadowing.  Apprenticeship and cooperative education are not available for this course. Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.  Biology is recommended as preparation for this course. 

Acquire the knowledge and skills needed to provide developmentally appropriate practices in high quality early childhood education programs. Explore ways of creating a child-centered approach to curriculum planning that includes the use of space, materials, relationships, play, and observations. Participate in practical hands-on internship working within the early childhood classroom, learn how to meet the individual needs of children with varying abilities, and reflect on learning experiences and their impact on children. Gain the knowledge, skills, and industry credential for careers in early childhood development and services. 

* Students are required to complete a TB screening and health questionnaire prior to interning. A criminal background check may also be required by the internship site.