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Child Development
2016-2017 Catalog
8A
INTRODUCTION TO SCHOOL-AGE
CHILD CARE
3 units, 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course will examine quality child care,
licensing requirements, and program options for school-aged
child care. An emphasis will be placed on administrative
aspects including staffing requirements, environmental
design, and program planning for quality school-age child
care. (A, CSU)
8B
SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course will examine appropriate activities,
materials, and curriculum development for the child 5 to 12
years in a group-care setting. An emphasis will be placed on
the duties and requirements of the classroom teacher, including
the importance of understanding growth and development,
and planning developmentally appropriate activities for small
and large groups of children. (A, CSU)
11 THE YOUNG CHILD WITH SPECIAL
NEEDS (FORMERLY CHDEV 35)
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
PREREQUISITES: Child Development 39.
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
Introduces the variations in development of children
with special needs ages birth through eight and the resulting
impact on families. Includes an overview of historical and
societal influences, laws relating to children with special
needs, and the identification and referral process. (A, CSU)
12 CHILD ABUSE
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course will explore the issues related to abused,
battered, and neglected children, along with the profile of
abusers. Reporting laws and professional responsibilities
will be identified. Identification, prevention and treatment
of abused children and abusers will be covered. (A, CSU)
15 DIVERSITY AND CULTURE IN EARLY
CARE AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
Examination of the development of social identities
in diverse societies including theoretical and practical
implications of oppression and privilege as they apply to
young children, families, programs, classrooms, and teaching.
Various classroom strategies will be explored emphasizing
culturally and linguistically responsive teaching and
appropriate anti-bias approaches supporting all children in
becoming competent members of a diverse society. Course
includes self-examination and reflection on issues related to
social identity, stereotypes and bias, social and educational
access, media, and schooling. (A, CSU) (C-ID ECE 230)
17A INFANT AND TODDLER PRACTICUM
(FORMERLY, CHDEV 7)
3 units, 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours (Pass/No Pass)
PREREQUISITES: Verification of immunization
against influenza, pertussis, and measles, and freedom from
tuberculosis. ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English125 and126.
This course introduces students to infant-toddler
development. Applies current research to the care and
education of infants and toddlers in group settings. Examines
essential policies, principles and practices that lead to quality
care and developmentally appropriate curriculum for children
from birth to 36 months. The “To Be Arranged” hours
may include observation of and participation in planning
environments and facilitating infant toddler growth and
development. (A, CSU)
17B ADVANCED INFANT AND TODDLER
DEVELOPMENT
(FORMERLY CHDEV 7A)
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
PREREQUISITES: Child Development 17A.
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
A study of infants and toddlers focusing on birth to
age three including physical, cognitive, language, social, and
emotional growth and development. Includes an overview of
pre-conception, conception, prenatal development, and birth.
Applies theoretical frameworks to interpret behavior and
interactions between heredity and environment. Emphasizes
the role of family and relationships in development. (A, CSU)