Catalog Info
Exposes students to various types of early childhood education settings. This 45 clock hour field experience is to be taken concurrently with the corresponding section of CHD-203. Course assignments include but are not limited to: Identification and discussion of various early childhood settings, learning through play, providing a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment, supporting social -emotional development, providing positive guidance, observation of developmental domains, and working with diverse families. Topics and assignments in this course support the NAEYC Standards. Students must complete specific requirements before beginning a practicum experience. (see General Course Requirements).
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
A student with a current, valid Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and proof of 45 hours of volunteer or work experience in an licensed early childhood setting (working with children between the ages of birth-5) may receive credit for CHD-211. Verification of the 45 volunteer or work hours worked (within the last three years) will only be viewed and accepted if a document on an official program or school letterhead with contact information and a valid signature from the program director or principal is provided to Children and Families program director. The student must provide the Children and Families program director with a copy of the current, valid CDA Credential to be retained in the department office.