Austin Community College
Spring 2009 - ALL COURSES
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Updated: 05/12/2009 11:25:37
CHILD CARE & DEVELOPMENT
16 Week Session January 20 - May 17
CDEC 1166 Practicum (or Field Experience) - Child Care Provider/Assistant I
+ [10/12] 28767 Prat 001 EVC TBA TBA OH Changwatchai, Nira
CDEC 1303 Families, School, and Community
+ [18/16] 28768 Lec 001 EVC 3154 MW 12:00pm - 1:15pm OH Hamilton, Sandra
+ [24/21] 28769 Lec 003 SAC 1203 M 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Crawford, Michelle
TECA 1303 Families, School and Community
E+ [18/16] 32265 Lec 001 EVC 3154 MW 12:00pm - 1:15pm OH Hamilton, Sandra
E+ [24/21] 32266 Lec 003 SAC 1203 M 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Crawford, Michelle
CDEC 1311 Educating Young Children
+ [18/17] 28772 Lec 004 EVC 3154 TTh 10:35am - 11:50am OH Hamilton, Sandra
+ [18/15] 28770 Lec 001 RRH 208 T 12:30pm - 3:10pm OH Peyton, Diana
+ [18/16] 28773 Lec 005 SAC 1318 M 2:40pm - 5:10pm OH McCreary, Patricia
TECA 1311 Educating Young Children.
E+ [18/17] 32269 Lec 004 EVC 3154 TTh 10:35am - 11:50am OH Hamilton, Sandra
E+ [18/15] 32267 Lec 001 RRH 208 T 12:30pm - 3:10pm OH Peyton, Diana
E+ [18/16] 32270 Lec 005 SAC 1318 M 2:40pm - 5:10pm OH McCreary, Patricia
CDEC 1321 The Infant and Toddler
+ [18/20] 33282 Lec 001 EVC 9107 W 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Yeatman, June
CDEC 1354 Child Growth and Development
+ [18/16] 28776 Lec 001 EVC 3154 MW 10:35am - 11:50am OH Rodriguez, Cindy
+ [18/17] 28779 Lec 006 EVC 2313 T 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Peyton, Diana
+ [18/15] 28777 Lec 002 RRH 208 T 6:40pm - 9:20pm OH Rodriguez, Cindy
+ [16/13] 28780 Lec 007 SAC 1206 MW 1:20pm - 2:35pm OH Lachewitz, Ellen
TECA 1354 Child Growth and Development.
E [18/16] 32272 Lec 001 EVC 3154 MW 10:35am - 11:50am OH Rodriguez, Cindy
E [18/17] 32275 Lec 006 EVC 3205 T 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Peyton, Diana
32275 - This section is course TECA 1354 Child Growth and Development.
E [18/15] 32273 Lec 002 RRH 208 T 6:40pm - 9:20pm OH Rodriguez, Cindy
E [16/13] 32276 Lec 007 SAC 1206 MW 1:20pm - 2:35pm OH Lachewitz, Ellen
CDEC 1392 Special Topics in Child Development
+ [10/12] 28783 Lec 001 EVC 3209 T 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Changwatchai, Nira
CDEC 1393 Special Topics in Early Childhood Education and Teaching
+ [13/12] 28784 Lec 001 EVC 3154 T 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Spear, Gale
28784 Topic: Appropriate Teaching Methods
CDEC 1417 Child Development Associate Training I
[9/16] 30549 Lec 002 CYP 1110 M 7:00pm - 9:40pm OH Chance, Gwendolyn
[14/16] 28786 Lec 001 EVC 3209 Th 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Hernandez, Amanda
[13/16] 32828 Lec 004 EVC 3205 Th 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Leonard, Sheri
[14/16] 32278 Lec 003 SAC 1315 W 7:00pm - 9:40pm OH McCreary, Patricia
CDEC 1419 Child Guidance
+ [18/18] 28788 Lec 001 EVC 3154 Th 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Jolley, Patricia
CDEC 2166 Practicum (or Field Experience) -- Child Care Provider/Assistant II
+ [13/12] 28789 Prat 001 EVC TBA TBA OH Spear, Gale
CDEC 2341 The School Age Child
+ [16/18] 28792 Lec 001 EVC 3154 W 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Tanco, Eunice
CDEC 2407 Math and Science for Early Childhood
+ [17/18] 28793 Lec 001 EVC 3154 M 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Parks, Amelie
CDEC 2422 Child Development Associate Training II
P+ [10/16] 28794 Lec 001 CHC TBA W 6:30pm - 9:40pm OH Chance, Gwendolyn
P+ [13/16] 28796 Lec 004 EVC 3205 M 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Changwatchai, Nira
CDEC 2424 Child Development Associate Training III
P+ [13/16] 28797 Lec 001 EVC 3209 W 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Hernandez, Amanda
16 Week Session January 20 - May 17
CDEC 1311 Educating Young Children
+ [24/24] 28771 OPC 002 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Esau, Janice
28771 - Req: 16 hours of lab participation. J. Esau, 924.9933. email: jesau@austincc.edu
- MANDATORY On-Campus Orientation: Attend Sat 1/17 noon-2pm RGC 105 or Thu 1/22
7-9pm EVC 3156
TECA 1311 Educating Young Children.
E+ [24/24] 32268 OPC 002 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Esau, Janice
32268 - Req: 16 hours of lab participation. J. Esau, 924.9933. email: jesau@austincc.edu
- MANDATORY On-Campus Orientation: Attend Sat 1/17 noon-2pm RGC 105 or Thu 1/22
7-9pm EVC 3156
CDEC 1318 Wellness of the Young Child
+ [24/20] 28774 OPC 001 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Lachewitz, Ellen
28774 - Internet access recommended. Req: 16 hours of lab participation. E. Lachewitz,223.1790
x26401, email: elachewi@austincc.edu - MANDATORY on-campus orientation: Attend either
Sat 1/17 9-11am RGC 105 or Tue 1/20 5-7pm EVC 3156
TECA 1318 Wellness of the Young Child.
E+ [24/20] 32271 OPC 001 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Lachewitz, Ellen
32271 - Internet access recommended. Req: 16 hours of lab participation. E. Lachewitz,223.1790
x26401, email: elachewi@austincc.edu - MANDATORY on-campus orientation: Attend either
Sat 1/17 9-11am RGC 105 or Tue 1/20 5-7ppm EVC 3156
CDEC 1354 Child Growth and Development
+ [24/21] 28778 OPC 003 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Miller, Stephanie
28778 Internet access recommended. S. Miller, 223.5205, email: stmiller@austincc.edu
MANDATORY: either online orientation at www.austincc.edu/stmiller OR attend Wed
1/21 6-7pm EVC 1210
TECA 1354 Child Growth and Development.
E [24/21] 32274 OPC 003 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Miller, Stephanie
32274 - Internet access recommended. S. Miller, 223.5205, email: stmiller@austincc.edu
MANDATORY: either online orientation at www.austincc.edu/stmiller OR attend Wed
1/21 6-7pm EVC 1210
CDEC 1359 Children with Special Needs
+ [24/13] 28781 OPC 001 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Changwatchai, Nira
28781 - Internet access recommended. Req: 13 hours of lab participation. N. Changwatchai,
223.5211, email: nira@austincc.edu MANDATORY on-campus orientation: Attend either
Sat 1/17 11am-1pm RGC 110 or Tue 1/20 7-9pm EVC room changed to 2315
CDEC 1391 Special Topics in Family Life and Relations Studies
+ [24/10] 28782 OPC 001 PRN Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Miller, Stephanie
28782 - Internet access recommended. S. Miller, 223.5205, email: stmiller@austincc.edu
MANDATORY: either online orientation at www.austincc.edu/stmiller OR attend Wed
1/21 7-8pm EVC 1210. Topic: A Developmental View of Family Studies
CDEC 2326 Administration of Programs for Children I
+ [18/17] 28790 OPC 001 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Esau, Janice
28790 - Internet access required. J. Esau, 924.9933. For MANDATORY Online orientation
information, email jesau@austincc.edu within the 1st 2 weeks of class
CDEC 2328 Administration of Programs for Children II
+ [18/17] 28791 OPC 002 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Esau, Janice
28791 - Internet access required. J. Esau, 924.9933. For MANDATORY Online orientation
information, email jesau@austincc.edu within the 1st 2 weeks of class
12 Week Session February 16 - May 17
CDEC 1311 Educating Young Children
+ [24/24] 32448 OPC 003 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Esau, Janice
32448 - Req: 16 hours of lab participation. J. Esau, 924.9933. email: jesau@austincc.edu
- MANDATORY on-campus orientation: Thu 2/19 5-6:30pm EVC room changed to 2313
TECA 1311 Educating Young Children.
E+ [24/24] 32635 OPC 003 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Esau, Janice
32635 - Req: 16 hours of lab participation. J. Esau, 924.9933. email: jesau@austincc.edu
- MANDATORY on-campus orientation: Thu 2/19 5-6:30pm EVC room changed to 2313
CDEC 1354 Child Growth and Development
+ [0/24] 32450 OPC 004 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Miller, Stephanie
TECA 1354 Child Growth and Development.
E [0/24] 32636 OPC 004 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Miller, Stephanie
32636 - Internet access recommended. S. Miller, 223.5205, email: stmiller@austincc.edu
MANDATORY: either online orientation at www.austincc.edu/stmiller OR attend Wed
2/18 6-7pm EVC 1210
CDEC 1359 Children with Special Needs
+ [0/24] 32451 OPC 003 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Miller, Stephanie
CDEC 1391 Special Topics in Family Life and Relations Studies
+ [0/24] 32452 OPC 002 PRN Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Miller, Stephanie
8 Week Session March 23 - May 17
CDEC 1354 Child Growth and Development
+ [24/21] 32671 OPC 005 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Miller, Stephanie
32671 - Internet access recommended. S. Miller, 223.5205, email: stmiller@austincc.edu
MANDATORY: either online orientation at www.austincc.edu/stmiller OR attend Wed
3/25 6-7pm EVC 1210
TECA 1354 Child Growth and Development.
E [24/21] 32805 OPC 005 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Miller, Stephanie
32805 - Internet access recommended. S. Miller, 223.5205, email: stmiller@austincc.edu
MANDATORY: either online orientation at www.austincc.edu/stmiller OR attend Wed
3/25 6-7pm EVC 1210
CDEC 1359 Children with Special Needs
+ [24/13] 32672 OPC 002 ITV Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Spear, Gale
32672 - G. Spear, 223.5209, email: gales@austincc.edu Req: 13 hrs. observation.
MANDATORY on-campus orientation: attend Tue 3/24 6-8pm EVC room changed to 1212
CDEC 1391 Special Topics in Family Life and Relations Studies
+ [24/10] 32673 OPC 003 PRN Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Miller, Stephanie
32673 - Internet access recommended. S. Miller, 223.5205, email: stmiller@austincc.edu
MANDATORY: either online orientation at www.austincc.edu/stmiller OR attend Wed
3/25 7-8pm EVC 1210. Topic: A Developmental View of Family Studies
CDEC 1166 Practicum (or Field Experience) - Child Care Provider/Assistant I
A specialized workplace experience designed to strengthen students' job skills by providing an opportunity to use acquired skills and techniques with young children. An individualized learning plan will be developed by the placement site, college and student. 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 CDEC must enroll in this course before completing additional CDEC hours. Offered in Spring. Prerequisite: DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test and completion of 15-25 hours of CDEC courses and departmental approval. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department’s field experiences/lab policies. Corequisites: CDEC 1392 and DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
CDEC 1303 Families, School, and Community
A study of the relationship among the child, family, community and schools, including parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current family life issues. This course is for Child Development majors. Offered in Fall. 16 hours of field experiences required. Prerequisite: DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department’s field experiences/lab policies. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
TECA 1303 Families, School and Community
A study of the relationship among the child, family, community and schools, including parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current family life issues. This course is one of four TECA transfer courses in the Associate of Arts in Teaching EC-4 Early Childhood Degree Specialization. See the Associate of Arts in Teaching degrees for more information. Offered in Fall. 16 hours of field experiences required. Prerequisite: Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's Lab/Field Experiences Policy.
CDEC 1311 Educating Young Children
An introduction to the education of the child, birth through age 12, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. This course is for Child Development majors. 16 hours of field experiences required. Prerequisite: DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department’s field experiences/lab policies. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
TECA 1311 Educating Young Children.
An introduction to the education of the child, birth through age 12, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. This course is one of four TECA transfer courses in the Associate of Arts in Teaching EC-4 Early Childhood Degree Specialization only. See the Associate of Arts in Teaching degrees for more information. 16 hours of field experiences required. Prerequisite: Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's policies for field experiences.
CDEC 1318 Wellness of the Young Child
A study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child, birth through age 12, including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focus on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. This course is for Child Development majors. 16 hours of required field experiences. Prerequisite: DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's policies for field experiences. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
TECA 1318 Wellness of the Young Child.
A study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child, birth through age 12, including healthy behavior, food nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focus on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. This course is one of four TECA transfer courses in the Associate of Arts in Teaching EC-4 Early Childhood Degree Specialization. See the Associate of Arts in Teaching degrees for more information. 16 hours of field experience required. Prerequisite: Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's policies for field experiences.
CDEC 1321 The Infant and Toddler
A study of appropriate infant and toddler programs (birth to age 3), including an overview of development, quality routines, appropriate environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques. Regularly scheduled field experiences required. Prerequisite: DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's policies for field experiences. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
CDEC 1354 Child Growth and Development
A study of the physical, emotional, social and cognitive factors of growth and development of children birth through adolescence. Topics covered include principles, stages and theories of growth and development. This course is for Child Development majors. Prerequisite: DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
TECA 1354 Child Growth and Development.
A study of the physical, emotional, social and cognitive factors of growth and development of children birth through adolescence. Topics covered include principles, stages and theories of growth and development. This course is one of four TECA transfer courses in the Associate of Arts in Teaching EC-4 Early Childhood Degree Specialization Only. See the Associate of Arts in Teaching degrees for more information.
CDEC 1359 Children with Special Needs
A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role and legislative issues. Regularly scheduled observations of children are required. Prerequisite: DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's policies for field experiences. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
CDEC 1391 Special Topics in Family Life and Relations Studies
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. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Offered in Spring.
A Developmental View of Family Studies- A study of parenting concepts, goals and strategies as they relate to the developmental stages of children from birth through early adulthood. Topics of work, diverse family structures and parenting in times of trauma will also be covered.
Parenting- A study of the methods of parenting that encourage positive attitudes in children, explores the adult child relationship, including realistic principles that provide adults with the skills and understanding 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.
Parenting Methods- A study of the methods of parenting that encourages positive attitudes in children. Explores the adult/child relationship, including realistic principles that provide adults with the skills and understanding 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.
Prerequisite: DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's policies for field experiences. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
CDEC 1392 Special Topics in Child Development
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. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Offered in Spring.
Observation Strategies for Teaching- A study of attitudes and behaviors pertinent to child development and to the student's professional development. Emphasis is placed on observing and recording children's behaviors and utilizing this information in an applied setting; professional ethic; and the workplace.
Prerequisite: DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test and completion of 15-25 hours of CDEC courses and departmental approval. Corequisites: CDEC 1166 and DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
CDEC 1393 Special Topics in Early Childhood Education and Teaching
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. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Offered in Spring.
Appropriate Teaching Methods- An in-depth study of the attitudes and behaviors pertinent to early childhood and to the student's professional development. Emphasis is placed on using developmentally appropriate practices in planning and teaching; professional ethics; building collaborative relationships with colleagues and families; and being a reflective teacher.
Prerequisite: CDEC 1392, CDA credit, or department approval and DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Corequisites: CDEC 2166 and DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
CDEC 1417 Child Development Associate Training I
Based on the requirements for the Child Development Associate National Credential (CDA). Topics on CDA overview, general observation skills, and child growth and development overview. The four functional areas of study are creative, cognitive, physical, and communication. Students must be employed working with a group of children in 0-5 years range. Instructor visits will be scheduled.
CDEC 1419 Child Guidance
An exploration of guidance strategies for promoting prosocial behaviors with individual and groups of children. Emphasis on positive guidance principles and techniques, family involvement and cultural influences. Practical application through direct participation with children. Three hours per week of supervised fieldwork with young children is required. Offered in Spring. Prerequisite: TECA 1311 (or CDEC 1311), DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's policies for field experiences.
CDEC 2166 Practicum (or Field Experience) -- Child Care Provider/Assistant II
A specialized, intensive workplace experience designed to strengthen a student's job skills by providing an opportunity to use acquired skills and techniques with young children. An individualized learning plan will be developed by the placement site, college and student. Ten hours per week of regularly scheduled lab experience is required; five hours of this must be completed at the ACC Lab School. Offered in Spring. Prerequisite: CDEC 1166, CDA credit or department approval. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's policies for field experiences. Corequisites: CDEC 1393.
CDEC 2326 Administration of Programs for Children I
A practical application of management procedures for early care and education programs, including a study of planning, operating, supervising, and evaluating programs. Topics covered include program philosophy, types of programs, policies, fiscal management, regulations, staffing, evaluation and communication. Regularly scheduled field assignments are required. Offered in Fall. Prerequisite: TECA 1311 or CDEC 1311 or departmental approval and DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
CDEC 2328 Administration of Programs for Children II
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. Regularly scheduled field assignments are required. Offered in Spring. Prerequisite: CDEC 2326 or departmental approval and DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
CDEC 2341 The School Age Child
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. Offered in Spring. Prerequisite: DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's policies for field experiences. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
CDEC 2407 Math and Science for Early Childhood
An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teach children math and science concepts and process skills through discovery and play. Three hours per week of supervised fieldwork with young children is required. Offered in Spring. Prerequisite: TECA 1311 (or CDEC 1311) and CDEC 1413 (or concurrent enrollment in CDEC 1413) and DEVR 0303 and DEVW 0403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test. Student must be eligible for field experiences by passing a criminal background check through the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services and meet the Child Development Department's policies for field experiences. Corequisites: DEVR 1303 and DEVW 1403 or satisfactory score on appropriate placement test.
CDEC 2422 Child Development Associate Training II
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 employed working with a group of children in 0-5 years range. Instructor visits will be scheduled. Prerequisite: C or above in CDEC 1417.
CDEC 2424 Child Development Associate Training III
A continuation of the study of the requirements for the Child Development Associate National Credential (CDA). Three of the 13 functional areas of study include family, program management, and professionalism. Students must be employed working with a group of children in 0-5 years range. Instructor visits will be scheduled. Prerequisite: C or above in CDEC 1417.