The Curriculum
prepares individuals to work with children from infancy
to three years of age in diverse learning environments.
Students will combine learned theories, competency-based
knowledge, and practice in actual settings with young children
under the supervision of qualified teachers.
Course work includes infant/toddler growth
and development: physical/nutritional needs of infants
and Toddlers; safety issues in the care of infants and
toddlers; care and guidance; communication skills with
parents and children; design an implementation of appropriate
curriculum; and other related topics.
Graduates should be prepared to plan and
implement developmentally appropriate infant/toddler programs
in early childhood settings. Employment opportunities include
child development and child care programs, preschools,
public and private schools, recreational centers, Early
Head Start Programs, and other infant/toddler programs. |