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The Early Childhood Education course is offered during morning and afternoon College Express. From ABC’s to 123”, students enrolled in Early Childhood Education learn how to challenge a child’s development emotionally, physically, intellectually, and creatively. Courses will prepare students to work in school settings with an emphasis to further their education.
Teaching assistant, instructional aide, paraeducator and paraprofessional are all types of jobs/employment that could be available.
Students enrolled in Early Childhood Education can earn college credit during high school and will take the following classes if they complete both years of the program.
Early Childhood Education* Courses Offered
*This course requires students meet testing criteria. Please see your school counselor for specifics.
| Course | Semester | Hours | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC 160 Guiding Children | Fall 2025 | 2 | Theory and practice of effective methods for guiding children's behavior using guidance techniques and classroom management principles and skills Problem areas such as aggression, passivity, and over-activity will be addressed. The relationship between emotional growth, self-concept, and behavior will be explored. |
| EDUC 104 Creative Learning Experiences | Spring 2026 | 4 | Provides experiences in creative activities (music, art, and language) for young children and integrates these activities in program planning. |
| EDUC 207 Children's Literature | Fall 2024 | 3 | Introductory survey of children's literature. Includes teaching methods; criteria for selection, evaluation, and presentation of brooks and related materials; and community resources. Using technology to facilitate application of the learning process. |
| EDUC 250 Math/Science for Young Children | Spring 2025 | 3 | Students will become acquainted with basic mathematics and science concepts and will learn how to introduce them to young children through innovative methods, including songs, and games. |