Prerequisite
Although there are no course per-requisites, candidates are expected to have substantial experience in an early childhood setting and hold a current CA Child Development Permit.
Course Description
This course is designed to further a deeper understanding of the capabilities of young children, birth to age 8, and how to respond to those needs based upon current research. Candidates will have an opportunity to closely examine current learning research in light of current educational reform efforts, develop practical application based upon their findings and demonstrate how this meets the unique needs and potential of young children. This course is designed to address NCATE/NAEYC Advanced Standard 1: Promoting child development and learning and Standard 5: Growing as a professional.