This course is a continuation of Early Childhood Learning Environments I and provides hands-on experience in selecting, preparing, and presenting developmentally appropriate curriculum that encompasses the total development of children ages newborn to eight. Students will learn to adapt curriculum for the special needs child. Students are required to complete a 16-hour field experience. This course examines the social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development of children ages newborn to eight, including the genetic and prenatal influences on the child, the importance of play and consistent routines, the role of the family, and how nutrition and health issues affect a child's development. New brain research is examined.
Students acquire skills in observing, recording, and interpreting child behavior.
This course introduces the student to the social work profession, its value base, and code of ethics. There is an emphasis on methods and skills with an overview of social issues and client needs relative to social work practice. This course is equivalent to SSW 250, Introduction to Social Work, and is available online. This course introduces the student to the theoretical concepts and principles of group work methodology. There is an emphasis on basic practice skills and intervention techniques.