CDP 1114 CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE TRAINING I (4-3-4). Based on the requirements for the Child Development Associate National Credential (CDA). Three of the 13 functional areas of study include: family, program management, and professionalism. Additional topics include an overview of the CDA process, general observation skills, and child growth and development overview. Students must be working with a group of children in 0-5 years range. Instructor visits will be scheduled. (CDEC 1417)
CDP 1124 CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE TRAINING II (4-3-4). 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. Students must be working with a group of children in 0-5 years range. Instructor visits will be scheduled. Prerequisites: C or above in CDP 1114 and Instructor approval. (CDEC 2422)
CDP 1134 CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE TRAINING III (4-3-4). 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. Students must be working with a group of children in 0-5 years range. Instructor visits will be scheduled. Prerequisites: C or above in CDP 1114 and Instructor approval. (CDEC 2424)
CDP 1214 INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (4-3-2). An introduction to the profession of early childhood education. Topics covered include: developmentally appropriate programs for young children; the history of early care and education; future trends and issues of the early childhood profession. Two hours per week of supervised fieldwork with young children is required. Skills: R (CDEC 1411)
CDP 1314 CURRICULUM RESOURCES FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS (4-3-3). This course emphasizes the fundamentals of curriculum design and implementation in developmentally appropriate programs for young children. Topics covered include: developmentally appropriate practices; curricula models; and anti-bias curricula. Requires 3 hours per week of supervised fieldwork with young children. Skills: R Prerequisites: CDP 1214. (CDEC 1413)
CDP 1323 CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS (3-3-1). 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. Regularly scheduled observations of children are required. Skills: R (CDEC 1359)
CDP 1333 FAMILY AND THE COMMUNITY (3-3-1). A study of the relationship between the child, the family, the community, and early childhood educators. Also included, parent education, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current issues. Students will develop activities to enhance understanding of diverse lifestyles and multi-cultural influences. Field projects in the community are required. Skills: R (CDEC 1303)
CDP 1423 NUTRITION, HEALTH, AND SAFETY (3-3-1). 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 will be applied to a variety of settings through field projects. Skills: R (CDEC 1318)
CDP 1424 MATH & SCIENCE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD (4-3-3). An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children math and science concepts through discovery and play. Three hours per week of supervised fieldwork with young children is required. Skills: R Prerequisites: CDP 1214 and CDP 1314 (or concurrent enrollment in CDP 1314). (CDEC 1457)
CDP 1543 CHILD GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT (3-3-1). A study of the principles of normal child growth and development from conception to adolescence. Topics covered include: physical, social-emotional and cognitive development; influences on development; and methods of child observation. Regularly scheduled observations of children are required. Skills: R (CDEC 1354)
CDP 1564 EMERGENT LITERACY FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD (4-3-3). An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children language and literacy through a play-based, integrated curriculum. Three hours per week of supervised fieldwork with young children is required. Skills: R Prerequisites: CDP 1214 and CDP 1314 (or concurrent enrollment in CDP 1314). (CDEC 1456)
CDP 1584 CREATIVE ARTS FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD (4-3-3). An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children music, movement, visual arts, and dramatic play through process-oriented experiences to support divergent thinking. Three hours per week of supervised fieldwork with young children is required. Skills: R Prerequisites: CDP 1214 and CDP 1314 (or concurrent enrollment in CDP 1314). (CDEC 1458)
CDP 1613 SPECIAL TOPICS IN FAMILY LIVING AND PARENTHOOD (3-3-1). Emphasizes methods of parenting that encourage positive attitudes in children. Explores the adult/child relationship, including realistic principles that provide adults with the skill and understanding needed to confidently rear and teach children. Topics include choosing parenthood, the early years, discipline, illness and death, and societal support. Integration of these principles will be applied to a variety of settings through field projects. Skills: R (CDEC 1393)
CDP 1624 CHILD GUIDANCE (4-3-3). A summary of general theories related to child guidance and how guidance teaches young children autonomy and self-discipline, while promoting development of positive self-concept and pro-social behaviors. Three hours per week of supervised fieldwork with young children is required. Skills: R Prerequisites: CDP 1214. (CDEC 1419)
CDP 1634 PRACTICUM I - CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND EARLY CHILDHOOD (4-3-10). A specialized workplace experience designed to strengthen a students' job skills by providing an opportunity to use acquired skills and techniques with young children. NOTE: Ten hours per week of regularly scheduled lab experience is required; five hours of this must be completed at the ACC Lab School. Students who have taken 15-25 hours of CDP must enroll in this course before completing additional CDP hours. Skills: E Prerequisites: Completion of 15-25 hours of CDP courses and Instructor approval. (CDEC 1466)
CDP 1643 ADMINISTRATION OF PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN (3-3-1). A practical application of management procedures for early care and education programs, including a study of operating, supervising, and evaluating programs. Topics covered include: program philosophies; types of programs; policies; fiscal management; regulations; staffing; evaluation; and communication. Regularly scheduled field assignments are required. Skills: E Prerequisites: CDP 1214 or Instructor approval. (CDEC 2326)
CDP 2223 ADMINISTRATION OF PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN II (3-3-1). An in-depth study of the skills and techniques required in managing early care and education programs. Topics covered include: legal and ethical issues; personnel management; conflict resolution; and fiscal analysis. Regularly scheduled field assignments are required. Skills: E Prerequisites: CDP 1643 or Instructor approval. (CDEC 2328)
CDP 2233 INTERNSHIP - EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS (3-1-8). A course designed to develop workplace competencies related to the child care center manager's role in working with staff and families. Eight hours per week of regularly scheduled fieldwork with a child care center director is required. Skills: E Prerequisites: CDP 1643 and concurrent enrollment in CDP 2223. (CDEC 2386)
CDP 2413 THE SCHOOL AGE CHILD (3-3-1). A study of age appropriate child care programs for children 5 to 13 years old. Topics covered include: an overview of school age development; developmentally appropriate environments; activities; planning and teaching techniques appropriate for school age children. Weekly observations of school age children are required. Skills: R (CDEC 2341)
CDP 2664 PRACTICUM II - CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND EARLY CHILDHOOD (4-3-10). A specialized, intensive workplace experience designed to strengthen a students' job skills by providing an opportunity to use acquired skills and techniques with young children. NOTE: Ten hours per week of regularly scheduled lab experience is required; five hours of this must be completed at the ACC Lab School. Skills: E Prerequisites: Instructor approval. (CDEC 2466)