EDU 1030 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Credits: 3

This course is an overview of early childhood education and the ways in which early childhood experiences can enhance the development of the whole child. Students examine the scope of early education services for children ages birth to eight years old. Topics include child development, national and state standards, curriculum development, early intervention, regulation, and career exploration. This course introduces concepts that are aligned with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Professional Standards for Early Childhood Educators: Standards 1, 2, 4, 5, & 6.

Prerequisites: Students must meet basic skills policy requirements. No other course prerequisites required.

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