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ECED& 120 - Practicum Nurturing Relationships


Credits: 2
In an early learning setting apply best practice for engaging in nurturing relationships with children. Focus on keeping children healthy and safe while promoting growth and development, and creating a culturally responsive environment.
Course Outcomes:
 
  1. Describe the characteristics of nurturing relationships built between teachers and children.
  2. Practice ideals of professionalism in work with children, families and peers.
  3. Recognize cultural responsiveness when observing professionals and programs.
  4. Identify practices that promote health, safety, growth and development of children.

Course Topics:
 

  1. Orientation to Practicum
  2. Code of Ethics
  3. Professionalism
  4. Minimum Licensing Requirements for Child Care Centers/Family Care
  5. Observation

LEC Credits: 1
LEC hours per week: 1
CLIN Credits: 1
CLIN hours per week: 3

Course Attribute(s): Work-Based
OEE Permitted: No
Grading Basis: Pass/Not Pass
Instructor/Department Consent Required: Consent Required
CIP Code: 13.1210
Default Section Size/Cap: 24
Quarter(s) offered:
  • Fall