| FIRST YEAR | |||
| First Semester | Hours | ||
| ENG-098 | Communications I ORENG-098 Students will learn the principles of communication by listening, speaking and writing. Emphasis is placed on communication skills related to the demands of the student's career area.
Communications I Course Outline | ||
| ENG-119 | Composition I Pathway ORENG-119 Students will study the writing process by reading essays illustrating a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing texts and writing, revising and editing short essays. Course is for students who have assessed into developmental English, receiving supplemental instruction for course completion.
Composition I Pathway Course Outline | ||
| ENG-120 | Composition I *ENG-120 Students develop a writing process by reading and analyzing texts that illustrate various rhetorical strategies as well as writing, revising and editing short essays. Minimally, students must compose four formal, revised writing assignments, having one reach at least 1,250 words.
Composition I Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| BIO-100 | Bio Science I ORBIO-100 This course provides an introduction to the fundamental processes and structures common to all living things along with their applications to society.
Bio Science I Course Outline | ||
| BIO-120 | Natural Science BIO-120 Designed to give practical science experience to students of child care, elementary and special education. Application of course content involved many activities that can be utilized in child care and elementary school settings.
Natural Science Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| SOC-280 | Introduction to Sociology SOC-280 Study of human interaction focusing on social influences shaping personality, structure and dynamics of human society. Topics include: sociological perspective, culture, society, social interaction; social change in global perspective; socialization; families; social class; and social stratification; race and ethnicity; and deviance.
Introduction to Sociology Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| ECE-100 | Intro to Early Childhood Educ ECE-100 This course focuses on an overview of early childhood care and education that includes basic values, professional disposition, program operation, historical influences, assessment, and structure. Includes 20 hours of practicum.
Intro to Early Childhood Educ Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| ECE-110 | Child Behavior Management ECE-110 This course focuses on the use of positive redirective techniques in shaping behavior so children can learn self discipline and self control. Observation of discipline problems and analyzation of procedures are required of the student.
Child Behavior Management Course Outline | 3.0 | |
Semester Totals |
15.0 | ||
| Second Semester | |||
| COM-111 | Intro to Speech Communication COM-111 Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selecting, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence and points of view to audiences.
Intro to Speech Communication Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| ART-165 | Fundamentals of Art ART-165 A comprehensive overview of vocabulary and theories involving the elements and principles of design used in creating visual art with a studio experience geared to students pursuing a child care or elementary education degree.
Fundamentals of Art Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| EDU-190 | Introduction/Special Education EDU-190 This course is designed to introduce the student to the study of exceptional children, including a survey of the child's developmental traits and examination of appropriate intervention techniques.
Introduction/Special Education Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| ECE-102 | Health/Safety/Nutri/Yng Child ECE-102 This course focuses on the health, safety, and nutritional needs of children in group settings as well as the personal health of the individual. Emphasis is placed on preventive health through education and the development of healthy habits.
Health/Safety/Nutri/Yng Child Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| PSY-271 | Intr/Psychology ORPSY-271 Focuses on psychology as a science, presenting concepts, research methods and research in a variety of subfields, including neuroscience, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning and memory, cognition, motivation and emotion, development, personality, disorders and therapy and social psychology.
Intr/Psychology Course Outline | ||
| HIS-153 | History/Culture of Third World HIS-153 The course will introduce the student to history and culture in the third world from ancient civilizations to the modern era. This course will focus upon broad themes in history and culture and will examine those themes in each major historical era.
History/Culture of Third World Course Outline | 3.0 | |
Semester Totals |
15.0 | ||
| SECOND YEAR | |||
| First Semester | Hours | ||
| SOS-052 | Workplace Communication/Safety SOS-052 Provides an understanding of the human mechanism when associated with interpersonal relationship on the job. Emphasis placed on vocational motivation, communication and perception, along with Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid training to enhance safety and response skills in a workplace emergency.
Workplace Communication/Safety Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| PSY-274 | Child Development PSY-274 Study of theories and research methods used to study development from conception to adolescence. Topics include physical, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, language, emotional, social and gender development as well as family, peer, and institutional influences on development.
Child Development Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| ECE-051 | Infant/Toddler Environment ECE-051 This courses emphasizes the characteristics of high quality infant/toddler caregivers, curriculum, indoor/outdoor space and play equipment/toys vital for developmental learning. Course requirements include 20 hours of hands-on practicum in a community setting.
Infant/Toddler Environment Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| ECE-095 | Creative Activities for Children ECE-095 This course provides students an understanding of the value of and practical experience in preparing creative activities and experiences for children. The student is given many opportunities to explore, develop, and appreciate various types of creative media for preschool children.
Creative Activities for Children Course Outline | 4.0 | |
| ECE-081 | Early Childhood Clinical ECE-081 This course provides students experience in preparing and implementing developmentally appropriate activities. Students gain understanding of classroom management techniques and areas of focus when planning. The course includes 30 hours of practical experience in an approved child care facility.
Early Childhood Clinical Course Outline | 1.0 | |
Semester Totals |
14.0 | ||
| Second Semester | |||
| EDU-103 | Teaching/Learning W/Technology EDU-103 This course features practical ways to use various types of technology for the K-12 classroom teacher. This is a basic course in microcomputers, their operation and their utilization in K-12 classrooms. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Teaching/Learning W/Technology Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| PED-172 | Bsc Act Elem/Sec Child PED-172 Focuses on games and activities for elementary and secondary level including body mechanics, basic exercises and rhythms. Includes team games for secondary level.
Bsc Act Elem/Sec Child Course Outline | 2.0 | |
| ECE-083 | Instructional Methods ECE-083 This course enables students to do total program planning consistent with the developmental needs of children.
Instructional Methods Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| ECE-087 | Organization/Mgt of Preschools ECE-087 This course focuses on state rules and regulations for operating a licensed child care facility. Room layout of an efficient facility, arrangement of outside playground areas, and the selection of furniture and equipment will also be discussed.
Organization/Mgt of Preschools Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| ECE-125 | Field Experience ECE-125 Supervised practicum designed for Early Childhood and Child & Family Services and Paraprofessional Education majors to provide on-the-job experience. Practicum will include application of: program and classroom management skills, managing daily routines, curriculum development, agency policies and regulations, and enhancement of family involvement.
Field Experience Course Outline | 4.0 | |
| ECE-120 | Field Experience Seminar ECE-120 This course prepares the student for the Field Experience practicum (ECE125) and includes preparation of credentials for seeking employment.
Field Experience Seminar Course Outline | 1.0 | |
Semester Totals |
16.0 | ||
Total Program Hours | 60.0 | ||