EDU-119 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

This course introduces the foundations of early childhood education, the diverse educational settings for young children, professionalism and planning intentional developmentally appropriate experiences for each child. Topics include theoretical foundations, national early learning standards, NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development, state regulations, program types, career options, professionalism, ethical conduct, quality inclusive environments, and curriculum responsive to the needs of each child/family. Upon completion, students should be able to design a career/professional development plan, appropriate environments, schedules, and activity plans. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring

Class Hours: 4.00

Credit Hours: 4.00
This course is part of this/these program(s) of study:

Early Childhood Education: Non-Licensure Transfer, A.A.S.
Early Childhood Education: Licensure Transfer, A.A.S.
Early Childhood Education, A.A.S.: Career Track
Early Childhood Education: Catawba Transfer, A.A.S.
Early Childhood Education, Diploma
Early Childhood Education, Certificate: Emphasis in Administration
Early Childhood Education, Certificate: Emphasis in Early Childhood Preschool
Early Childhood Education, Certificate: Emphasis in Infant/Toddler Care
Early Childhood Education, Certificate: Infant/Toddler Care (High School Career and College Promise (CCP))
Early Childhood Education, Certificate - Early Childhood Preschool (High School Career and College Promise (CCP))