ECED& 120 Practicum - Nurturing Relationships

2 credits

In this course students will apply best practices for engaging in nurturing relationships with children. In addition, students will focus on keeping children healthy and safe while promoting growth and development.

Corequisites: ECED& 105.

Quarters Offered: Fall, Spring

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Demonstrate appropriate practices that ensure and maintain the health, safety, and nutrition of children
Establish supportive relationships with children; guide them as individuals and as part of a group
Serve children and families in a professional manner
Demonstrate cultural competence and responsiveness within and across cultures
Create an inclusive, welcoming and respectful environment where all children, youth and families can take pride in their cultural identities, beliefs, and practices

Total Hours: 40 Lecture Hours: 10 Practicum or Internship Hours: 30