Early Childhood Education

This course will provide students with an introductory-level knowledge base of the field of Early Childhood Education. Students will complete a variety of activities and assignments as well as participate in field-work designed to prepare them for careers in early childhood education occupations. Students will demonstrates industry competencies by adhering to guidelines outlined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and Maine Roads to Quality (MRTQ).

Students enrolled in this course will be eligible to receive a Certified Early Childhood Assistant (CECA) certification. This requires a CPR/First Aid Certification, passing the NOCTI Test, completing 180 hours of field work in as well as 180 hours in the classroom, and completing a portfolio.

Early Childhood Competency Record

Early Childhood Education Occupations with Textbook and other information

Requirements

Course Requirements

Attendance is a crucial component of this course, as completing the required number of field-work and classroom hours will prove challenging as it is. Professionalism is also an important aspect. Both in the field placements and in the classroom students will be expected to conduct themselves in a respectful, professional manner at all times.

Grades

Grades will be comprised of a combination of written and in-class work, projects, field work, and professionalism. Grading for the quarter will be discussed at the beginning of each.