Many career fields, other than child care, need employees trained in child growth and development. If you want to work with young children, give this course a try. The experience will be invaluable. Focus is on the development of the whole child with emphasis on developmentally appropriate activities. Characteristics of quality preschool programs and profressional teachers are explored.
Students obtain practical experience in our on-campus preschool class.
In addition, students will participate in job shadowing, co-operative education, and apprenticeship programs. Students may also receive credit for two courses at Trident Technical College and may begin the assessment process for the Child Development Associate Credential. Learn principles of child growth and development. Design learning activities using art, music, movement, language, math and science. Develop the personal qualities necessary for effective early childhood teachers.