Practicum in Early Learning

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. CTPEL

Semesters: 2; Credits: 2

Grades: 12

Prerequisite: Principles of Human Services, Child Development, and Child Guidance

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.