Early Childhood Education
Course Numbers: 9091/9092
10th, 11th and 12th Grade
2 hour block / 2.0 credits
2 year program (*2nd year are Q students with teacher permission only)
Prerequisites
- An interest in teaching children and exploring the field of education
- Recommended: Child Development course and a grade point average of 2.2 or higher
- Students must be able to pass a background check
Description
This course provides work-based training opportunities for all students. One work-based learning opportunity is that students will work in our licensed "Teens for Tots" Preschool with approximately 20-25 preschool children (ages 3 1/2 to 5 years) from the surrounding community. Students act as "Student Teachers" in work-based training, developing and performing age-appropriate lessons with the preschool children. Students who take this course are also eligible to be part of a Career and Technical Student organization entitled the Future Teachers Club.
Objectives
To teach high school students the Education/Early Childhood curriculum and to provide work-based learning opportunities.
Course Content
- Creating a safe and healthy environment for young children
- How to provide meaningful learning experiences for children
- Guiding children socially and emotionally
- Early Childhood Development & Theories and practices
- Career Opportunities in Education/Early Childhood
- Running a Licensed Preschool
Note: Students will compile a professional portfolio to use in college or employment. (Students can work toward obtaining their CDA credential and continue their CDA portfolio at the college level.)
Graduation Requirements Fulfilled
- Visual, Performing, or Applied Arts Credit
- Math Related Credit as a Senior
Certification
Students successfully completing the course requirements and earning a C or better in this course will receive a "Skills Certificate."
Articulation Agreements
Available with: Oakland University, Macomb Community College, and Baker College.