CDEC 1223 Observation and Assessment
2 Hours (1-2-0)
This course is a study of observation skills, assessment techniques, and documentation of children’s development.

CDEC 1313 Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs
3 Hours (2-2-0)
This course is a study of the fundamentals of curriculum design and implementation in developmentally appropriate programs for children.

CDEC 1319 Child Guidance
3 Hours (2-2-0)
This course is an exploration of guidance strategies for promoting pro-social behaviors with individual and groups of children. An emphasis on positive guidance principles and techniques, family involvement and cultural influences is also covered. Practical application is gained through direct participation with children.

CDEC 1321 The Infant and Toddler
3 Hours (2-2-0)
This course is a study of appropriate infant and toddler programs, (birth to 3 years) including an overview of development, quality routines, appropriate environments, materials and activities and teaching/guidance techniques. Prerequisite: TECA 1354

CDEC 1356 Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood
3 Hours (2-2-0)
This course is an exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children language and literacy through a play-based, integrated curriculum.

CDEC 1358 Creative Arts for Early Childhood
3 Hours (2-2-0)
This course is an exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children music, movement, visual arts, and dramatic play through process-oriented experiences to support divergent thinking.

CDEC 1359 Children with Special Needs
3 Hours (2-2-0)
This course is a survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role and legislative issues.

CDEC 2307 Math and Science for Early Childhood
3 Hours (2-2-0)
This course is an exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children math and science concepts and process skills through discovery and play.

CDEC 2315 Diverse Cultural/Multilingual Education
3 Hours (2-2-0)
This course is an overview of multicultural education to include relationship with the family and community to develop awareness and sensitivity to diversity related to individual needs of children.

CDEC 2326 Administration of Programs for Children I
3 Hours (2-4-0)
This course is a practical application of management procedures for early care and education programs, including a study of planning, operating, supervising, and evaluating programs. Topics on philosophy, types of programs, policies, fiscal management, regulations, staffing, evaluation, and communication will be covered.

CDEC 2328 Administration of Programs for Children II
3 Hours (2-4-0)
This course is an in-depth study of the skills and techniques in managing early care and education programs, including legal and ethical issues, personnel management, team building, leadership, conflict resolution, stress management advocacy, professionalism, fiscal analysis and planning parent education/partnerships, and technical applications in programs. Prerequisite: CDEC 2326

CDEC 2336 Administration of Programs for Children III
3 Hours (2-4-0)
This course is an advanced study of the skills and techniques in managing early child care education programs.

CDEC 2341 The School Age Child
3 Hours (2-2-0)
This course is a study of appropriate programs for the school age child (5 to 13 years) including an overview of development, appropriate environments, materials, activities and teaching/guidance techniques.

CDEC 2366 Practicum in Child Development and Early Childhood
3 Hours (0-0-21)
This course is a practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Prerequisite: Basic skills certificate or AAS majors only.

TECA 1303 Families, School and Community
3 Hours (3-0-0)
This course is a study of the child, family, community, and schools, including parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current family life issues. The course includes 15 hours of field experience.

TECA 1311 Educating Young Children
3 Hours (3-0-0)
This course is an introduction to the education of the young child, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. The course includes 15 hours of field experience.

TECA 1318 Wellness of the Young Child
3 Hours (3-0-0)
This course is a study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness and safety practices. The focus is on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. The course includes 15 hours of field experience.

TECA 1354 Child Growth and Development
3 Hours (3-0-0)
This course is a study of the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive factors impacting growth and development of children through adolescence. The course includes 15 hours of field experience.