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2015-2016 Catalog
Child Development
2
INTRODUCTION TO EARLY
CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
2 units, 2 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: English 125 and 126.
A survey of the nature and scope of the early
childhood profession and options available for job opportunities
working with young children. (A, CSU)
3
INTRODUCTION TO CURRICULUM
3 units, 3 lecture hours, 1 lab hour (Pass/No
Pass)
ADVISORIES : Eligibility for English 1A.
Limitation on Enrollment: Verification of freedom from
tuberculosis.
This course presents an overview of knowledge
and skills related to providing appropriate curriculum
and environments in early childhood education. Students
will examine a teacher’s role in supporting learning and
development in young children with an emphasis on the
essential role of play. Students will study an overview of
content areas including but not limited to: Language and
literacy, social and emotional learning, sensory learning, art
and creativity, math and science. (A, CSU) (C-ID ECE 130)
5
PARENT EDUCATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course examines skills needed for effective
parenting and the importance of nurturing young children.
This course also addresses the explicit developmental needs
of children and the use of effective communication skills.
Positive discipline strategies will be explored as well as
environmental influences on behavior. (A, CSU)
6
HEALTH, SAFETY AND NUTRITION
IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
Introduction to the laws, regulations, standards,
policies and procedures and early childhood curriculum related
to child health, safety and nutrition. Prevention, detection,
and management of communicable disease; medical issues
associated with disabilities and chronic illness; physical
health; mental health and safety for both children and adults;
collaboration with families and health professionals will be
discussed. Integration of the concepts discussed into planning
and program development for children ages 0 to 5 will be
emphasized. (A, CSU) (C-ID ECE 220)
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, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: 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
PREREQUISITES: Child Development 39.
ADVISORIES: 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: 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)