Prepares students to work with children and increase their knowledge in growth and development, discipline theory and practice, effective communication techniques, planning, preparing and presenting activities.
Practical experience is provided in an on-site preschool.
Classroom activities include demonstrations, written assignments, hands-on activities, and tests. To Be Preschool, located in the Child Care area, and at a work site in the community second semester. A student desiring to return a second year must be recommended based on completion of their individual plan. They will also consistently demonstrate enthusiasm towards their work, a high level of energy, patience, working as a team member, and the ability to communicate with all ages. Students are expected to participate in classroom activities, be self-directed, and work as a team, complete written assignments, tests, and demonstrate skills learned.