CHD 100
INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN (3-0-3)
This course introduces the child care profession including the six functional areas of the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Emphasis is placed on using positive guidance techniques, setting up a classroom and planning a schedule. CORE

CHD 201 CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES (3-0-3)
This course is a systematic study of child growth and development from conception through early childhood. Emphasis is placed on principles underlying physical, mental, emotional and social development, and on methods of child study and practical implications. CORE

CHD 202 CHILDREN’S CREATIVE EXPERIENCES (2-2-3)
This course focuses on fostering creativity in preschool children and developing a creative attitude in teachers. Topics include selecting and developing creative experiences in language arts, music, art, science, math and movement with observation and participation with young children required.

CHD 203 CHILDREN’S LITERATURE AND LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT (2-3-3)
This course surveys appropriate literature and language arts activities designed to enhance young children’s speaking, listening, pre-reading and writing skills. Emphasis is placed on developmental appropriateness as related to language.

CHD 204 METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR TEACHING CHILDREN (2-2-3)
This course introduces basic methods and materials used in teaching young children. Emphasis is placed on students compiling a professional resource file of activities used for teaching math, language arts, science and social studies concepts. CORE

CHD 205 PROGRAM PLANNING FOR EDUCATING YOUNG CHILDREN (3-0-3)
This course is designed to give students practice in lesson and unit planning, writing behavioral objectives, and evaluating activities taught to young children. Emphasis is placed on identifying basic aspects of cognitive development and how children learn. Upon completion students should be able to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and instructional practices based on knowledge of individual differences and the curriculum goals and content.

CHD 206 CHILDREN’S HEALTH AND SAFETY (3-0-3)
This course introduces basic health, nutrition and safety management practices for young children. Emphasis is placed on setting up and maintaining a safe, healthy environment for young children including specific procedures for infants and toddlers and procedures regarding childhood illnesses and communicable diseases.

CHD 208 ADMINISTRATION OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (3-0-3)
This course includes appropriate administrative policies and procedures relevant to preschool programs. Topics include local, state and federal regulations; budget planning; record keeping; personnel policies and parent involvement.

CHD 209 INFANT AND TODDLER EDUCATION PROGRAMS (3-0-3)
This course focuses on child development from infancy to thirty months of age with emphasis on planning programs using developmentallyappropriate material. Emphasis is placed on positive ways to support an infant’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual development.

CHD 210 EDUCATING EXCEPTIONAL YOUNG CHILDREN (3-0-3)
This course explores the many different types of exceptionalities found in young children. Topics include speech, language, hearing and visual impairments; gifted and talented children; mental retardation; emotional, behavioral, and neurological handicaps.

CHD 214 FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES
IN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS (3-0-3)
This course provides students with information about working with diverse families and communities. Students will be introduced to family and community settings, the importance of relationships with children, and the pressing needs of today's society. Students will study and practice techniques for developing these important relationships and effective communication skills.

CHD 215 SUPERVISED PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (0-6-3)
PREREQUISITE: Advisor approval.
This course provides a minimum of 90 hours of hands-on, supervised experience in an approved program for young children. Emphasis is placed on performance of daily duties which are assessed by the College instructor and the cooperating teacher.