Practicum in Early Learning
Course Description
Grade: 11-12
Credits: 2.0
Prerequisite: Child Guidance
Course Code: 13014520
Course Number: HTBD
Practicum in Early Learning is a field-based course that provides students background knowledge of early childhood development principles as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students in the course work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher facilitator and an exemplary industry professional. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of early learning teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.
Extended Practicum in Early Learning
Students may take advantage of Extended Practicum in order to add an additional credit and an additional period to the practicum experience.