Information for High School Students
About the Program
Learn to work with children in a variety of educational settings. Become part of an education team that uses research-based methods for developing and implementing lessons. Participate in mentored internships with professional educators. Participate in the day-to-day operations of a preschool lab program offered in many high schools.
Early Child Development
Is Early Child Development for You?
Do you enjoy working with young children?
Are you imaginative and creative?
Do you want to be part of an education team that learns to write lessons, coordinate activities, and teach preschoolers in a lab setting?
Do you want to develop competence in creative teaching techniques?
Are you ready to explore the exciting world of education?
MCPS Child Development Courses
Child and Adolescent Development- Birth through Adolescence
Learning Environments for Preschoolers
Child Development Portfolio and Internship 1
Child Development Internship 2
Certifications/Awards for Completing High School Plan
Earn a CDA Certificate
Local Colleges Offering a Continuation of the Program