CDEC 1166 Practicum or (Field Experience) – Child Development and Early Childhood (1) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CDEC 2322.
Practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The college with the employer develops and documents an individualized plan for the student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the student’s general and technical course of study. The guided external experiences may be for pay or no pay. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (7 Ext.)
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CDEC 1167 Practicum or (Field Experience) – Child Development and Early Childhood (1) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: CDEC 1317, 2322 and 2324 or concurrent enrollment: Third CDA Training course taken.
Practical general training and experiences in the workplace. The college with the employer develops and documents an individualized plan for the student. The plan relates the workplace training and experiences to the student’s general and technical course of study. The guided external experiences may be for pay or no pay. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (7 Ext.)
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CDEC 1303 Family and the Community (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 2370.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the relationship between the child, the family, the community, and early childhood educators, including a study of parent education, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current issues. There is a credit sequel to this course. This same course with the prefix/number TECA 1303 can be taken for academic transfer credit. See course TECA 1303. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1313 Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs (3) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CDEC 1413.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the fundamentals of curriculum design and implementation in developmentally appropriate programs for young children. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1315 Multicultural/Multilingual Education (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CDEC 1391.
Prerequisite: None.
An overview of multicultural education to include relationship with the family and community to develop awareness and sensitivity to diversity related to individual needs of children. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1317 Child Development Associate Training I (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 2371.
Prerequisite: None.
Based on the requirements for the Child Development Associate National Credential (CDA). Three of the 13 functional areas of study included: family, program
management, and professionalism. Topics on CDA overview, general observation skills, and child growth and development overview. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1318 Nutrition, Health, and Safety (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 1374.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of nutrition, health, safety, and related activities, including skill development in management of issues, guidelines, and practices in nutrition, as well as community health, hygiene, safety, and legal implications. Integration of these principles applied to a variety of settings. There is a credit sequel to this course. This same course with the prefix/number TECA 1318 can be taken for academic transfer credit. See course TECA 1318. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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CDEC 1319 Child Guidance (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 2373.
Prerequisite: None.
An exploration of common behavior problems of young children in an early childhood setting. Emphasis on positive guidance techniques for effective behavior
management. Practical application through direct participation in an early childhood setting. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1321 The Infant and Toddler (3) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CDEC 1421.
Prerequisite: CDEC 1339. Concurrent enrollment in CDEC 2188.
A study of appropriate infant and toddler programs (birth to age 3), including an overview of development, quality caregiving routines, appropriate environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1323 Observation and Assessment (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CDEC 2373.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of observation techniques of child development assessment skills and techniques of children. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1330 Growth and Development: 6-14 years (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the principles of child growth and development from six through thirteen years. Focus on physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains of development. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1334 School-Age Activities and Group Dynamics (3) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CDEC 1434.
Prerequisite: CDEC 1330 and 2341. Concurrent enrollment in CDEC 2189.
This course explores the theoretical, developmental, and practical application basis for school-age activities as a means of facilitating children's education and development. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1335 Early Childhood Development: 3-5 years (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
This course covers the principles of normal growth and development from three to five years. Emphasis is on physical, emotional, and social development. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1339 Early Childhood Development: 0-3 years (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
This course covers the principles of normal growth and development from conception through three years of age. Emphasis is on physical, intellectual, and social development. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1340 Instructional Techniques for Children with Special Needs (3) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CDEC 1440.
Prerequisite: CDEC 1323 and 1359. Concurrent enrollment in CDEC 2288.
Exploration of development and implementation of curriculum for children with special needs. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1356 Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children language and literacy through a play-based, integrated curriculum. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1359 Children with Special Needs (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 2372.
Prerequisite: None.
A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, educational intervention, available
resources, referral processes, and the advocacy role and legislative issues. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1395 Special Topics in Early Childhood Provider/Assistant (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 2371.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the
professional development of the student. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1396 Special Topics in Administration of Programs for Children (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the
professional development of the student. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 1411 Introduction to Early Childhood Education (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 1471.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the profession of early childhood education, focusing on developmentally appropriate practices, types of programs, historical perspectives,
ethics, and current issues. There is a credit sequel to this course. This same course with the prefix/number TECA 1311 can be taken for academic transfer credit. See course TECA 1311. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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CDEC 1413 Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 1472.
Prerequisite: None.
Fundamentals of curriculum design and implementation in developmentally appropriate programs for young children. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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CDEC 1421 The Infant and Toddler (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CDEC 2421.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of appropriate infant and toddler programs (birth to age 3), including an overview of development, quality caregiving routines, appropriate environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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CDEC 1454 Child Growth and Development (4)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the principles of normal child growth and development from conception to adolescence. Focus on physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains
of development. There is a credit sequel to this course. This same course with the prefix/number TECA 1354 can be taken for academic transfer credit. See course TECA 1354. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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CDEC 2187 Internship – Child Development and Early Childhood or Provider Assistant (1) New course added November 4, 2002
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment with CDEC 1313.
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Ext.)
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CDEC 2188 Internship – Child Development and Early Childhood or Provider Assistant (1) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment with CDEC 1321.
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Ext.)
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CDEC 2189 Internship – Child Development and Early Childhood or Provider Assistant (1) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment with CDEC 1334.
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Ext.)
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CDEC 2280 Cooperative Education – Early Childhood Provider/ Assistant (2) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CDEC 1280.
Prerequisite: Two previous CDEC/TECA courses.
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.)
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CDEC 2281 Cooperative Education – Early Childhood Provider/ Assistant (2) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: All CDEC/ TECA courses in the Early Childhood Training Certificate.
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.)
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CDEC 2286 Internship – Child Development and Early Childhood or Provider Assistant (2) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CDEC 2475.
Prerequisite: CDEC/TECA 1318, 1311, 1354, 1319, 1313.
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (8 Ext.)
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CDEC 2287 Internship – Child Development and Early Childhood or Provider Assistant (2) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course/prefix number CDEC 2476.
Prerequisite: CDEC 2286.
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (8 Ext.)
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CDEC 2288 Internship – Child Development and Early Childhood or Provider Assistant (2) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment with CDEC 1340.
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (8 Ext.)
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CDEC 2289 Internship – Child Development and Early Childhood or Provider Assistant (2) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment with CDEC 2336.
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (6 Ext.)
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CDEC 2322 Child Development Associate Training II (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 2371.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CDEC 1166.
A continuation of the study of the requirements for the Child Development Associate National Credential (CDA). The six functional areas of study include safe,
healthy, learning environment, self, social, and guidance. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 2324 Child Development Associate Training III (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
A continuation of the study of the requirements for the Child Development Associate National Credential (CDA). The four functional areas of study are creative, cognitive, physical, and communication. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 2326 Administration of Programs for Children I (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 2376.
Prerequisite: None.
A practical application of management procedures for early care and education programs, including a study of operating, supervising, and evaluating programs.
Topics on philosophy, types of programs, policies, fiscal management, regulations, staffing, evaluation, and communication. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 2328 Administration of Programs for Children II (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 2377.
Prerequisite: Child Development 2326.
An in-depth study of the skills and techniques in managing early care and education programs, including legal and ethical issues, personnel management, team building, leadership, conflict resolution, stress management, advocacy, professionalism, fiscal analysis and planning, parent education/partnerships, and technical applications in programs. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 2336 Administration of Programs for Children III (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
An advanced study of the skills and techniques in managing early child care and education programs. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 2341 The School Age Child (3) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CDEC 2441.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of appropriate age (5 to 13 years) programs, including an overview of development, appropriate environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques. (3 Lec.)
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CDEC 2380 Cooperative Education-Early Childhood Provider/Assistant (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 7372.
Prerequisite: Two previous CDEC/TECA courses.
An intermediate or advanced course with lecture and work-based instruction that helps students gain practical experience in the discipline, enhance skills, and integrate knowledge. Indirect supervision is provided by the work supervisor while the lecture is provided by the college faculty or by other individuals under the supervision of the educational institution. Cooperative education may be a paid or unpaid learning experience. (1 Lec., 15 Lab.)
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CDEC 2441 The School Age Child (4)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ECCD 2371.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of appropriate age (5 to 13 years) programs, including an overview of development, appropriate environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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CDEC 2480 Cooperative Education – Early Childhood Provider/ Assistant (4) New course added July 17, 2002
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: 2 previous CDEC/TECA courses.
An intermediate or advanced course with lecture and work-based instruction that helps students gain practical experience in the discipline, enhance skills, and integrate knowledge. Indirect supervision is provided by the work supervisor while the lecture is provided by the college faculty or by other individuals under the supervision of the educational institution. Cooperative education may be a paid or unpaid learning experience. (1 Lec., 22 Ext.)
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