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1.00 Credits
This course will review the Minnesota requirements for orientation to childcare for Minnesota Child Care Rule 2 (Family Childcare) and Rule 3 (Center Childcare). Learners will be guided in completing and/or creating a plan for completion to meet the orientation requirements prior to beginning the Early Childhood Education course sequence. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (Corequisite: ECED1101) (1 credits: 1 lecture/0 lab)
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3.00 Credits
This is part one of a two-part sequence to fulfill ECED1101. This course requires student experience in a licensed early childhood setting working with children between the ages of 0-8 (documented, licensed experience will be reviewed for advance placement). Students will be required to apply knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice, understanding of the characteristics of children and families, and demonstrate respect for colleagues, children, and families. Students will observe, plan small group activities, and build relationships with children and classroom adults. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (Corequisite: ECED1102) (3 credits: 0 lecture/0 lab/150 OJT hours)
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3.00 Credits
This is part two of a two-part sequence to fulfill ECED1101. This course requires student experience in a licensed early childhood setting working with children between the ages of 0-8 (documented, licensed experience will be reviewed for advance placement). Students will be required to apply knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice, understanding of the characteristics of children and families, and demonstrate respect for colleagues, children, and families. Students will observe, plan small group activities, and build relationships with children and classroom adults. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (Corequisite: ECED1102) (3 credits: 0 lecture/0 lab/150 OJT hours)
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3.00 Credits
This course requires experience either in partnership or under the supervision of an approved trainer/coach for training or coaching early childhood professionals. Students will be required to apply adult learning principles and design curriculum to convey knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice, understanding of the characteristics of children and families, and professionalism for colleagues, children, and families. Students will observe, plan training/coaching sessions, build relationships with other early childhood professionals and apply reflective practice. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (Prerequisite: none) (3 credits: 0 lecture/0 lab/150 OJT hours)
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1.00 Credits
This course will provide the student an overview of the ethical and professional responsibilities of paraprofessionals, early childhood and early elementary teaching assistants, and tutors of young children. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (1 credits: 1 lecture/0 lab)
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3.00 Credits
Community members are fundamental in identifying and reporting suspected cases of child maltreatment, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and psychological maltreatment. Early childhood staff including nannies and family childcare providers are involved in responding to child abuse and neglect and supplementing needed services. In addition, community-based agency staff, substance abuse treatment providers, domestic violence victim advocates, clergy, extended family members, and concerned citizens also play important roles in supporting families and keeping children safe. As a family childcare provider or nanny, your role as a mandated reporter will necessitate continuous observation, documentation, and support to all families in the care setting and in the community. (Prerequisite: None) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
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3.00 Credits
This course helps students explore physical and social environments that promote learning and development for young children. It includes an introduction to basic child guidance techniques for individual and group situations. Emphasis is on problem-prevention and positive guidance strategies including recognition, communication, limit-setting, problem-solving, behavior modification, and visuals. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (Corequisite: ECED1101, ECED1102) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the role of early childhood staff in developing positive relationships with parents that enhance children's healthy growth and development. Working with children and families of varied racial, ethnic, economic, and cultural backgrounds within diverse communities is emphasized. Students compare child rearing practices and family structure of different cultures, explore parenting styles, family stress, building relationships between family, community, and schools, and identify methods of parent education. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (Corequisite: ECED1101, ECED1102) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of development from prenatal through adolescence, including physical, social, emotional, language, cognitive, and creative development. Emphasis is placed on understanding the needs of the whole child and applying developmentally appropriate practices while reviewing a range of early childhood models and settings. The course will examine variations across cultures and interactions between genetic and environmental factors. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the young child, a more in depth study of the theories of child development, and the methods of studying the young child. The learner will explore the means through which children learn incorporating physical, affective, social, and cognitive development. (Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Child Development) (3 Credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
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