Description of Program
The Early Childhood Education/Child Development field is one that provides
a wide variety of employment possibilities. Employment includes such areas
as child care, preschool teaching, kindergarten and primary school teacher’s
aide, Head Start family educator, special needs aide and kindergarten and grades
one through three classroom teacher. Our children are our future and trained
teacher/child care providers help to guarantee bright futures for our children.
The Early Childhood Education Program, through a combination of classroom time
and hands-on practicum, is designed to develop the skills, competencies, and
knowledge necessary to provide quality care and education for young children,
both typical and atypical, from infancy through age eight. This program also
prepares individuals for assessment for the Child Development Associate Credential
granted by the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition, Washington,
D.C. Options available include the Center-based Program for Infants and Toddlers
or Preschoolers, Family Day-Care Provider and Home Visitor.
Requirements
Acceptance to the college does not guarantee placement in the program. In
addition to the college entrance requirements, the Early Childhood Education
Program requires the completion of the following:
- Early Childhood Education Program Admission application.
- Three letters of recommendation
- Proof of physical examination
- Health questionnaire, proof of immunizations, and TB clearance
- Criminal Records check
CDA Contact Information
The Early Childhood Program at CSI is designed to prepare students for assessment
for the Child Development Associate Credential granted by the Council for Early
Childhood Professional Recognition, Washington, D.C. Specifically, the preparation
for Assessment course, EARC 170, is designed for students who are ready to prepare
their materials for submission to the Council. For more information about the
Council, call 1-800-424-4310 or 202-265-9090 or go to the CDA website www.cdacouncil.org
and link to the Council for Professional recognition.
Certificates/Degree Outline
POSTSECONDARY CERTIFICATE
| Curriculum: |
Early Childhood+ Ed - PC |
| Major Code: |
4680V |
| Contact: |
Alice Marie Anderson |
| Award Type: |
Postsecondary Certificate |
TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE
| Curriculum: |
Early Childhood Ed - TC |
| Major Code: |
4680T |
| Contact: |
Alice Marie Anderson |
| Award Type: |
Technical Certificate |
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
| Curriculum: |
Early Childhood Ed - AAS |
| Major Code: |
4680A |
| Contact: |
Alice Marie Anderson |
| Award Type: |
Associate of Applied Science |
Course Descriptions
EARC 086 1.00 Cr Hr
Self in ECE
This course includes information on promoting children/s sense of self in childcare and preschool situations. Students will learn to help children to learn about themselves and others and by respectring each child as an individual. Students will also learn to provide a program that enables children to be successful.
EARC 087 1.00 Cr Hr
Social Development in ECE
This course includes information on social development for young children in childcare and preschool situations. Students will learn information to help each child feel accepted in the group, help children to get along with others, and encourage feelings of empathy and mutual respect among children and adults.
EARC 088 1.00 Cr Hr
Health & Safety in ECE
This course includes information on safe and healthy environments for children in childcare and preschool situations. Students will learn information to provide safe environments that prevent and recude injuries. The course also includes good health and nutrition environments that contribute to the prevention of illness.
EARC 089 1.00 Cr Hr
Environments in ECE
This course includes information on indoor and outdoor learning environments for children in childcare and preschool situations. Students will learn information about providing learning materials and equipment. The course also includes planning and implementation of schedules, routines, and transitions that meet children's needs.
EARC 090 1.00 Cr Hr
Physical Development in ECE
This course includes information on physical development in childcare and preschool situations. Students will learn information to help advance physical competence. Students will learn to provide a variety of equipment, activities, and opportunities to promote the physical development of children.
EARC 091 1.00 Cr Hr
Cognitive Development in ECE
This course includes information on cognitive development for children in childcare and preschool situations. Students will learn information to help advance intellectual competence. Students will learn to provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels and lerning styles of children.
EARC 092 1.00 Cr Hr
Communication in ECE
This course includes information on communication for children in childcare and preschool situations. Students will learn information to promote children's communications by encouraging children to listen and speak, helping children use language in meaningful ways, and by providing materials and experiences that support emerging literacy skills.
EARC 093 1.00 Cr Hr
Creativity in ECE
This course includes information on creativity for children and preschool situations. Students will learn information to promote children's creativity by encouraging exploration and experimentation, by offering a variety of materials and activities that promote self-expression, and by interacting with children in ways that encourage and respect ofiginal ieas and expressions.
EARC 095 1.00 Cr Hr
Guidance in ECE
This course includes information on guidance for children and preschool situations. Students will learn information to teach self discipline and control. Students will learn to describe problem behaviors and possible problems and solutions. Students will know the difference between punishment and discipline, typical reasons for misbehavior, and positive guidance approaches. Students will learn to use words and tone of voice to teach positive guidance and set rules and limits.
EARC 096 1.00 Cr Hr
Families in ECE
This course includes information on working with parents of the children in childcare and preschool situations. Students will learn information to promote partnerships with parents, keep them informed about the program, provide ways for involvement, and plan parent-teacher conferences.
EARC 097 1.00 Cr Hr
Program Management in ECE
This course includes information on becoming an effective program manager of early childhood programs. Students will learn to use a systematic approach to observation and recording, individualize the program for cultural and special needs, create and use portfolios, work as a team to plan the program, and follow administrative policies and procedures.
EARC 098 1.00 Cr Hr
Professionalism in ECE
This course includes information on becoming a professional of early childhood programs. Students will learn to use specialized knowledge and skills to provide a high-quality early childhood program and know how to serve children and families in the program through the knowledge of early childhood practices.
EARC 105 3.00 Cr Hrs
Child Health & Safety Available: fall
This course covers safe and healthy environments for typical and atypical children. Students receive information concerning positive health and safety practices in child care, preschool, and elementary school situations. Students will learn how to assess and ensure safe indoor and outdoor environments. Mental health, personal safety, and nutrition for young children are included. Prerequisite or corequisite: PHYE 150 or proof of current First Aid/CPR certification
EARC 106 1.00 Cr Hr
Nurturing Fathers
This course is designed to address the roots of fathering, team work and conflict resolution, balancing work with fathers, discipline without violence and playing with children.
EARC 107 3.00 Cr Hrs
Infant & Toddler Care & Education
The study of developmentally appropriate care and education of infants and toddlers in group settings. Includes supervised field experience.
EARC 109 3.00 Cr Hrs
Intro to Early Childhood Education
This is a study of foundations and professional careers in early childhood education and early childhood special education.
EARC 117 1.00 Cr Hr
Head Start Policy Training 1 Available: fall
This is a course in which Head Start Policy Council Members will acquire and practice skills in order for them to successfully transition from leadership positions in Head Start to similar employment or community positions outside the program.
EARC 118 1.00 Cr Hr
Head Start Policy Training 2 Available: spring
This course is a continuation of EARC 117.
EARC 152 2.00 Cr Hrs
Understanding Families Available: spring
This course introduces students to contemporary family issues and the study of families as a context for fostering individual development.
EARC 155 3.00 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Practicum 1 Available: fall
This course includes observation and interaction in preschool and toddler labs. Corequisite: EARC 166
EARC 156 3.00 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Practicum 2 Available: spring
This course is a continuation of EARC 155. Corequisite: EARC 167. Prerequisite: EARC 155.
EARC 166 2.00 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Practicum Seminar 1 Available: fall
This classroom lecture and discussion includes lab observation and records, methods of curriculum planning and evaluation, activity plans, and classroom objectives. Corequisite: EARC 155.
EARC 167 2.00 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Practicum Seminar 2 Available: spring
This course is a continuation of planning and evaluation of curriculum in toddler and pre-school lab experiences. Corequisite: EARC 156. Prerequisite: EARC 166.
EARC 170 1.00 Cr Hr
Preparation for Assessment Available: fall
This course guides students through the process of applying for assessment for the national Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. It includes classroom discussion and assistance in the completion of the Professional Resource File required for assessment.
EARC 180 1.00 Cr Hr
Home Visitor Training Available: fall, spring
A course in which participants will learn skills to enable them to be competent family focused home visitors. Instruction and supervision are provided by South Central Head Start.
EARC 185 1.00 Cr Hr
Recognizing Child Abuse Available: fall
This course will identify the characteristics of child abuse crime and characteristics of victims and offenders. The role of law enforcement and the Idaho Code will be discussed as well as appropriate assistance for the child abuse victim. Self care will also be emphasized.
EARC 194 1.00 Cr Hr
Exploring Children's Literature Available: spring
This course is a review of children's literature and the role of literacy in the development of the young child.
EARC 195 1.00 Cr Hr
SRAEYC Conference Available: fall
This course introduces students to national and community early childhood specialists and a variety of new topics and concepts. Students will be involved in workshops in a two-day format plus follow-up homework assignments.
EARC 199 1-3 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Workshop Available: fall, spring
This course is a workshop that addresses current issues and education in Early Childhood that are not covered in other Early Childhood courses.
EARC 200I 1-3 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Ed Independ Study
This is a long-term project. Students should make contact with the instructor in their field of interest.
EARC 203 2.00 Cr Hrs
The Young Child 1
This is the study and observation of typical and atypical development from conception to age eight. The focus is on interaction and balance among developmental domains and influence of societal contexts. Field experience required.
EARC 204 2.00 Cr Hrs
The Young Child 2
A continuation of EARC 203.
EARC 209 3.00 Cr Hrs
E C Environments & Curriculum
This is a study of curriculum practices which support development and integrate learning in contact areas including drama, art and creativity, story telling, literacy, music and movement, outdoor play, social sciences, science, math, foods, and the utilization of field trips for typical and atypical children.
EARC 250 3.00 Cr Hrs
Managing Early Childhood Programs
This course introduces students to program management and professionalism in early childhood education. Topics studied in depth include working with families, developing policies and procedures, facility management, time and stress management, job-seeking skills, professional image, and growth.. Prerequisites: 8 credit hours EARC courses or instructor permission.
EARC 255 3.00 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Practicum 3
This course includes observation and interaction in the preschool and off-campus sites with additional experiences in assessment and family conferencing. Corequisite: EARC 266. Prerequisite: EARC 155.
EARC 256 3.00 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Practicum 4
This is a continuation of EARC 255. Corequisite: EARC 266. Prerequisite: EARC 255.
EARC 266 2.00 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Practicum Seminar 3
This is a continuation of EARC 166 and EARC 167 with additional focus on suspension of staff members and evaluation of curriculum. Corequisite: EARC 255. Prerequisite: EARC 167.
EARC 267 2.00 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Practicum Seminar 4
This is a continuation of EARC 266 with additional focus on assessing children's development and interactions with parents. Corequisite: EARC 256. Prerequisite: EARC 266.
EARC 270 3.00 Cr Hrs
Early Childhood Special Education
This course includes special education standards for Early Childhood/Special Education Blended Certification for two-year programs.
