Fundamentals of Child Development
Fulfills educational requirements towards the CDA Credential from the Council for Professional Recognition (http://www.cdacouncil.org)
12 credits - Courses are taken consecutively. All courses are offered in 6 weeks terms unless otherwise noted.
At the completion of this certificate, students will be able to:
Students earning this certificate will apply credits toward their CDA credential. At the same time, students may apply the credits to other Ellis University certificates, associate degree, and baccalaureate programs.
12 credits - Courses are taken consecutively. All courses are offered in 6 weeks terms unless otherwise noted.
At the completion of this certificate, students will be able to:
- Meet CDA training goals
- Plan for a safe and healthy learning environment
- Apply appropriate practices for advancing children’s physical and intellectual development
- Use positive strategies to support children’s social and emotional development
- Implement techniques for establishing productive relationships with families
- Use strategies to manage an effective program operation
- Demonstrate a commitment to professionalism
- Observe and record children’s behavior
- Apply principles of child development and learning
Students earning this certificate will apply credits toward their CDA credential. At the same time, students may apply the credits to other Ellis University certificates, associate degree, and baccalaureate programs.
Fundamentals of Child Development - Program Outline
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- The cornerstone of the general education program is a three-credit course designed to provide students with the tools necessary for collegiate success. This course provides support to new students as they develop confidence in their academic and social endeavors. (Offered in 3 week or 6 week terms).
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- Examines the world of early childhood education. This course assists those individuals that are interested in a professional career as an early childhood educator. In addition, it covers current issues and trends regarding the benefits of early childhood education including the basic values, structure, organization, and programming in early childhood. Focuses on creating and maintaining a healthy and safe learning environment for young children. Students learn about the basic nutritional needs of children, good health practices and accident prevention in the home and classroom.
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- Focuses on how a teacher or caregiver can foster physical, emotional, social, creative, and cognitive development. This course provides instruction on the quality care techniques for children, from infancy to five years of age. It highlights the development of teaching and interaction skills that can be applied to a wide range of children from a variety of backgrounds and at all developmental levels. Students learn to support children’s physical and cognitive development, communication skills, and creative expression. Prerequisite: ECE 101
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- Focuses on the child in the context of family and community. This course looks at issues of communication, diversity, professionalism and social policy. It also promotes awareness and effective use of community resources. Students gain knowledge of the importance of parent-teacher partnerships in the education of young children. Skills will be developed to support families and enhance parent involvement in early childhood programs. Students learn to involve parents in understanding the child’s home and school environments. Prerequisite: EDP 101