| CC:105 Guiding the Behavior of Children 2 cr. MS |
| Effective methods used to guide children's behavior in individual and group situations are the emphasis of this course. Positive aspects of discipline and development of self-control in children are stressed. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| CC:112 Health, Safety and Nutrition 3 cr. MS |
| This course offers a basic foundation of the current concepts in the fields of health, safety and nutrition for young children. These fields and their interrelationships are applied to optimize the physical and cognitive development of the young child. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| CC:120 Learning Activities I 3 cr. MS |
| This course examines the role of play in relation to learning and development. Ways to use activities to stimulate learning experiences for young children are emphasized. Students plan and present specific activities in a child care/preschool setting. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./59.4 Lab Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: CC:105 |
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| CC:121 Learning Activities II 3 cr. MS |
| This course expands the knowledge, skill and experience in planning, presenting and evaluating young children's learning activities in specific curriculum areas. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./59.4 Lab. Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: CC:120 |
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| CC:125 Dynamics of the Family 1 cr. MS |
| This course explores the critical relationship of family members to one another and of the role of the Child Care Associate to members of the family. Multicultural relationships will be explored as well as an introduction to the changing role and structure in modern society. |
| (19.8 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| CC:130 Children's Health 3 cr. MS |
| This course focuses on the importance of early positive social and emotional relationships between children and their caregivers and how this may be facilitated by use of appropriate techniques of physical care. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| CC:132 Day Care Food Service 2 cr. MS |
| The student will acquire an understanding of the basic nutritional needs of children and nutritional composition of foods. Basic menu planning, food purchasing and preparation are included. Students prepare snacks and lunches that would be appropriate for centers with children of all ages. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: ED:105, CC:112 and PY:140. |
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| CC:135 Science and Math Activities for Young Children 3 cr. MS |
| This course is designed for students in early childhood teacher training. Activities in the class are presented in a developmental sequence designed to support young children's construction of the concepts and skills essential to a basic understanding of math and science. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./59.4 Lab Hrs.) |
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| CC:140 Consumer Economics 2 cr. MS |
| This course provides an in-depth study of personal financial decisions the average person can expect to confront. Topics include the basics of budgeting, income taxes, the wise use of insurance, housing decisions, consumer issues, financial planning and investment options. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| CC:145 Arts-Music Activities for Young Children 3 cr. MS |
| This course focuses on the development of the teacher of young children to be able to allow children to express themselves through the fine arts. Topics covered in this class are developing art in children, nurturing music ability, creative play activities, as well as multicultural projects, projects for children with disabilities and the gifted child. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./59.4 Lab Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: CC:120 and CC:121. |
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| CC:150 Administration of Early Childhood Education Programs 3 cr. MS |
| This course examines new trends in childcare, new teaching and administrative tools to help the new administrator work effectively. This course provides students with program planning, hiring and training as well as maintaining a quality employee. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: ED:105 and ED:220. |
