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C.C., Early Childhood Education: Early Intervention Specialist Certificate
Certificate Type: CC
Major Code: EINSP-CC
CIP: 0420020204
The Child Development Program offers a planned sequence of courses leading to the Child Development Early Intervention Certificate. This college credit certificate program is for persons interested in becoming paraprofessionals with young children from infancy through pre-kindergarten age with disabling conditions and with their families. Additionally, this program of study will prepare staff in early care and education centers with information on how to provide a developmentally appropriate program for infants, toddlers and preschool children with special needs. This certificate may be applied toward the A.S. Degree in Early Childhood Education.
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| ARE2000 | Art and Creative Expression
This course provides a study of the techniques used in art, music, storytelling and dramatic activities with young children, birth through age eight, with emphasis on interdisciplinary learning. Students plan, implement and evaluate experiences that will contribute to the creative, motor, affective, perceptual, cognitive and aesthetic development of the young child. Lab fee required. | 3 |
| EEC1000 | Child Growth and Development
This course examines child development from conception to age eight by considering the complex interaction between heredity and environmental factors. Children's physical, social, emotional and cognitive development are discussed, as well as the implications for developmentally appropriate practice. It includes the theories of Erikson, Piaget and Vygotsky. Students will be required to observe children in a child care setting (10 hours). | 3 |
| EEC1943 | Internship-Infant Toddler
This course is an internship in which the student is able to integrate classroom and field experiences with children in an infant/toddler setting. The student works in an approved setting supervised by qualified personnel and the course instructor. The student will plan, implement and evaluate activities relevant to infants and toddlers. | 3 |
| EEC1601 | Observing and Guiding Children's Behavior
This course is designed for the early childhood professional to develop basic knowledge, skills and positive dispositions needed to work in partnership with families and other professionals in order to gather data that documents the developmental progression, individual needs and progress toward learning within the classroom. An understanding of goals, benefits of documentation and other effective assessment strategies will be discussed. Early Childhood students will have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge with regard to appropriate behavior in children as they learn to observe children and interpret play problems. | 3 |
| EEC1940 | Internship-Preschool
This course is an internship in which the student is able to integrate classroom and field experiences in a preschool setting. The student works in an approved setting supervised by qualified personnel and the course instructor. The student will plan, implement and evaluate activities relevant to preschool children. Lab fee required. | 3 |
| EEC2200 | Educational Practices in Early Childhood Education
This course will explore curriculum planning for inclusive preschool settings. Participants will develop framework for planning, implementation, organization and evaluation of activities in content areas such as art, math, science music, language arts and free play. The course will emphasize high-quality, developmentally appropriate practice aligned with state and national standards and guidelines (10 hours observation/field work). | 3 |
| EEC2401 | Families and Community
In this course guided readings, culturally diverse group activities and visits to a variety of community resource agencies will broaden students' horizons as to the diverse characteristics that make up a family. Students will explore how a child's development and learning is influenced by the family and the community where they live. The student will design and implement family involvement activities following research-based best practices. Community field experience are integrated into the course (up to 10 hours). | 3 |
| EEC2943 | Internship - Special Needs
This course is an internship in which the student is able to integrate classroom and field experiences with children in a special needs setting. The student works in an approved setting supervised by qualified personnel and the course instructor. The student will plan, implement and evaluate activities relevant to children with special needs. | 3 |
| EEX2010 | Inclusion and Special Needs in Early Childhood Education
This course will focus on children with special needs in early childhood settings. Based on a developmental perspective, course content includes the various areas of exceptionality in terms of causes, characteristics and general intervention, strategies for adapting the learning environment, modifying instruction and making curriculum accessible to all children through inclusion of those with special needs. Attention will be given to State and Federal Legislation, the referral process, community resources and effective ways to work with families. | 3 |
| MUE2010 | Music and Movement
This course presents basic musical concepts and techniques for use with young children. | 3 |
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| EDF2005 | Introduction to the Teaching Profession
This course is a survey course including historical, sociological and philosophical foundations of education, governance and finance of education, educational policies, legal, moral and ethical issues and the professionalism of teaching. Students will be provided information on the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices and Sunshine State Standards. Students are required to complete a minimum of 15 hours of field-based experience with children and youth in schools or similar settings and not via virtual modes of film or internet. | 3 |
| HUN1201 | The Principles of Nutrition
A course providing instruction in the scientific principles of nutrition, including the role of specific nutrients, digestion of each, absorption, metabolism and sources of the nutrients and requirements of the various age groups. Emphasis on the factors influencing the ability of individuals to maintain good nutritional status. | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 36 |
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Note: In addition to the required courses, participants will be required to have a certificate in first aid and infant-child CPR. This certification must be earlier than one term prior to graduation.
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