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Contents: Degree Certificate ECE Courses

The Early Childhood Education program is designed to meet the needs of individuals planning a career or currently working with young children. The child from birth to school age is the primary focus. Current research and practical applications are combined in order to assist students in planning their most effective role with children. Children’s growth, developmentally appropriate practice, cultural diversity, family support and professional development within the ECE field are major components of the program in order to meet the varied needs of ECE students, courses are offered mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends. The program makes every effort to schedule classes to meet the diversity of students’ needs and to encourage students to plan ahead in order to complete specific program requirements.

An Associate degree with 24 ECE units and at least 16 general education units qualifies a student for a Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. This permit is required of all teachers working in child care and development programs operating under Title 5, (state-funded programs). A grade of C or better is required in all of the courses used to satisfy the requirements for the major. A minimum of 50% of the ECE units must be taken at Skyline College in order to receive the AS degree with a major in ECE from Skyline.

An Early Childhood Education Certificate will be granted upon completion of the required number of units of coursework. A grade of C or better is required in all of the courses to satisfy the requirements for the certificate. Completion of the certificate requirements qualifies students for an Associate or Assistant Teacher permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.  A minimum of 50% of the ECE units must be taken at Skyline College in order to receive the ECE certificate from Skyline.

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Courses

ECE 191 CHILDREN'S LITERATURE (3)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ESOL 400, or ENGL 836 and READ 836, or ENGL 846, or equivalent An overview of the body of world literature deemed appropriate and enriching for children from infancy to adolescence. The course is designed to impart knowledge about and practice in storytelling techniques, as well as practical experience in presenting age-appropriate literature to children and youth. Theory and practice in discerning literary genres, criteria for selection, and techniques for using classic and contemporary literature with young people. Also listed as LIT. 191. Transfer credit: CSU (C2)

ECE. 201 CHILD DEVELOPMENT (3)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836
In-depth exploration of areas and issues of major importance in the field of child development. Focuses on personality, intellectual, social, and physical factors. Theoretical concepts, practical application, and current research are covered. Also listed as PSYC 201. Transfer credit: UC; CSU (D3).

ECE. 210 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PRINCIPLES (3)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836.
Overview of the history, nature, and goals of Early Childhood Education. Exploration of various program models in ECE, current issues, and long-range trends. Qualifications and training required for teachers of young children. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 211 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CURRICULUM (1-3)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836.
Selection and management of activities for young children that provide quality learning experiences. Appreciation of the value of children’s play. Development of appropriate curriculum evaluation methods. Transfer credit: CSU

ECE. 212 CHILD, FAMILY, AND COMMUNITY (3)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836.
Patterns of family living in a democratic society and the role and interaction of members; varying factors affecting family life: racial, cultural, economic, social, urban and suburban; home-nursery relationships; community resources: health, welfare, education, counseling, guidance, and recreation. Designed with a cross-cultural approach to the child, family and community. Also listed as FCS 212. Transfer credit: UC; CSU.

ECE 213 THE SCHOOL-AGED CHILD (3)
(Credit/No credit or letter grade)
Three lecture hours per week The focus of this course is relevant and responsible program planning for before-and after-school child care.  Also presented are the developmental needs of the child 6- to 12-years of age (middle childhood), family involvement and implications, and available community resources for sytematic out-of-school care for elementary-aged children.
Transfer credit: CSU

ECE. 214 CHILD-PARENT RELATIONS (3)
Three lecture hours per week.
Emotional, social, intellectual and physical development of children with an emphasis on a multicultural approach to parent-child relations, diversity of family systems in today’s society, and how these influence the developing child. Also listed as FCS 213. Transfer credit: CSU (E1).

ECE. 223 INFANT/TODDLER DEVELOPMENT (3)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836, or ENGL 846, or equivalent.
Focus on the major developmental trends, abilities and influences of behavior during the first three years of life. Emphasis is placed on social, emotional and physical milestones, early learning and brain development, and understanding behavior and temperaments. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 225 INFANT/TODDLER ENVIRONMENTS (3)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836, or ENGL 846, or equivalent.
Design, maintenance and evaluation of quality Early Childhood environments for children 0-3 years of age are covered. Accreditation standards established for infants and toddlers, including accreditation standards as established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children for infant/toddler programs, are included. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 240 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION: BUSINESS/LEGAL (3)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836 or ENGL 846 or equivalent, plus the 12 ECE core units.
An overview of the business aspects of caring for children in early childhood settings and its social, political and economic implications. Included are the legal and regulatory requirements for early childhood settings, laws relating to child care, and facets of business and fiscal management. This course is open to all students but is specifically designed for those needing to meet state licensing requirements for ECE Program Directors. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 241 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION: HUMAN RELATIONS (3)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836 or ENGL 846 or equivalent, plus the 12 ECE core units.
Focus on the human relations components of operating an early childhood setting and the social, political and economic implications for ECE professionals and parents. Other topics include staffing, supervision, licenses and/or credentials for staff, assessment and evaluation, state and federal regulations governing employment, issues in ECE, and parent involvement. This course is open to all students but is specifically designed for those needing to meet state licensing requirements for ECE Program Directors. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 242 ADULT SUPERVISION IN ECE/CD CLASSROOMS (2)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
A minimum of 32 lecture hours. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836 or ENGL 846 or equivalent. A study of the methods and principles of supervising student teachers, assistant teachers, parents, and volunteers in ECE education settings. Emphasis is on the role of classroom teachers who function as mentors to new teachers while simultaneoulsy addressing the needs of children, parents, and other staff. Although this course is open to all students, it is specifically designed for those those needing to meet state licensing requirements for ECE Masters Teachers, Site Directors, and Program Directors. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 260 CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS (3)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836, or ENGL 846, or equivalent.
An overview of the issues related to children with special needs. Special needs refer to physical, sensory, communicative and behavioral disabilities. Additional topics include a historical perspective, current laws and legislation, inclusion practices in early childhood education settings, and appropriate community resources. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 262 INTRODUCTION TO FAMILY SUPPORT: BUILDING RESPECTFUL PARTNERSHIPS (3)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836, or ENGL 846, or equivalent.
An overview of family support programs within early childhood education. Included will be a historical perspective, family support principles and effective communication guides between families, child care providers, teachers and community agencies. This course is one of two (with ECE. 264) for a specialization for Master Teacher on the Child Development Permit matrix. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 264 THE LIFE CYCLE OF THE FAMILY (3)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836, or ENGL 846, or equivalent.
An overview of the life cycle of the family. The course bridges individual and family development with cultural and social perspectives. Emphasis is on the diversity within contemporary families and the establishment of family support programs. This course is one of two (with ECE. 262) for a specialization for Master Teacher on the Child Development Permit matrix. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 270 INTRODUCTION TO INFANT/TODDLER CHILD CARE (3)
Three lecture hours per week.
This course will focus on caring for infants and toddlers in group child care settings. Topics will include: social-emotional growth and development, routines and environments, language development, physical development, cognitive development, and caring for infants and toddlers in the context of family and culture. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 272 CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (3)
Three lecture hours per week.
In-depth exploration of cultural diversity in early childhood settings. Focus on developing skills needed to provide culturally sensitive care to young children from a variety of family backgrounds. Topics will include cultural diversity, gender differences, disability, gay and lesbian families, bilingualism. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 273 SUPPORTING YOUNG BILINGUAL LEARNERS (1)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
A total of 16 lecture hours. Recommended: Satisfactory completion of ECE./PSYC 201 and ECE. 211, or equivalent.
Focus on practical and research-based strategies for supporting dual language learners in developing a strong literacy base in both English and their home languages. Students will learn about evidence-based strategies that can enhance children’s sense of identity and self-esteem; factors shown through research to influence the quality of children’s learning experiences and therefore their future academic success. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 275 CHILDREN’S LANGUAGE AND LITERACY DEVELOPMENT (3)
Three lecture hours per week.
This course explores the influences of children’s literature in language acquisition, emotional development, and literacy learning. Analysis of the teacher’s role in promoting creativity and self expression through verbal and symbolic language. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 311 CHILDREN’S NUTRITION (1)
A total of 16 lecture hours. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836.
This course is designed to assist the parents of young children to develop an understanding of how nutrition contributes to mental and physical growth. The student will learn ways to teach these principles to young children. Simple food preparation techniques and an examination of current literature. Also listed as FCS 311. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 333 OBSERVATIONAL SKILLS (3)
( Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836, or ENGL 846, or equivalent.
:An overview of the methods and in-depth practice of observational skills in ECE settings. Students experience the observation of children, teachers and programs using the following tools: the State Department of Education’s Desired Results and Environmental Rating Scale (ECERS) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Accreditation self-study. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 335 HANDLING BEHAVIOR (3)
Three lecture hours per week. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836, or ENGL 846, or equivalent.
Designed to give teachers, caregivers and parents an overview of the complexity of children’s behavior. Theories and trends concerning child guidance will be covered to assist adults in developing appropriate strategies related to interacting with children and fostering pro-social behavior. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 366 PRACTICUM IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (3)
One lecture hour and six lab hours per week. Prerequisite: ECE. 201, ECE. 210, ECE. 211 and ECE. 212. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836, or ENGL 846, or equivalent.
A supervised field experience course focusing on the methods and principles of teaching in early childhood settings. Emphasis is on the role of the teacher in a developmentally appropriate setting. This course allows students to gain practical, verifiable experience working with young children under the supervision of an experienced teacher. Students will be placed in approved ECE sites. Transfer credit: CSU.

ECE. 665 SELECTED TOPICS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (.5 or 1 or 1.5 or 2)
(Credit/No Credit or letter grade.)
Eight lecture hours per .5 unit.
This course is designed to develop specific skills that are utilized in Early Childhood Education environments. The course will focus on one specific topic; for example, multicultural curriculum, techniques to foster sense of community, selecting a preschool, handling behavior problems, working with parents, etc. May be repeated for credit as topics vary. Transfer credit: CSU.

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