Early Childhood Education / Child Development I
Grades: 9-12 College Prep: CTE Credit Prerequisite: None Fee: $25
Description: This course studies early childhood development. Units include prenatal development, ages and stages of development, safety, health, meal planning, story-telling, art, literacy, and puppetry. Students will 39 develop skills to meet the needs and abilities of young children from birth to three years of age. Observations and experiences are completed in the Eagle Crest KIDS Center, the FHS licensed child care center on campus. Students will earn several certifications that are required for working with children as well as their Food Handler and First Aid and CPR/AED certification. Certifications are offered at no cost to the student. Students in this class are eligible to participate in FCCLA (Family Careers and Community Leaders of America) activities both on and off campus.
Early Childhood Education / Child Development II
Grades: 10-12 College Prep: CTE Credit Prerequisite: Child Development I Fee: $25
Description: This course is the continued study of Early Childhood Development I. Emphasis will be on young children ages three to eight years of age. Students in this class are able to do more in-depth research on early childhood issues and students will begin preparing for the Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification. Students volunteer in Eagle Crest, the onsite enrichment center, and they volunteer at Marshall Elementary School. Additionally, students continue to work toward the completion of several workforce certifications, including their ParaProfessional certificate. Students in this class are eligible to participate in FCCLA (Family Careers and Community Leaders of America) activities both on and off campus.
Early Childhood Education / Child Care Lab III
Grades: 11-12 College Prep: CTE Credit Prerequisite: Child Development II Fee: $25
Description: This course will prepare students for a career working with children. Students will have extensive hands-on opportunities to teach, coach and mentor children. Students will be able to recognize, problem-solve and respond to the developing needs and abilities of young children. Students will continue working towards the certifications and credentials that will prepare them to enter this workforce upon graduation. Students will be prepared and eligible to take the Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification and/or the ParaProfessional Certification exam. Students in this class receive assistance in completing the application for the Quality First Scholars Program so, if desired, they may continue their early childhood education credits at a college or university. Students in this class are also eligible to participate in FCCLA (Family Careers and Community Leaders of America) activities both on and off campus.
