CHILD DEVELOPMENT (090)

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 101
Human Growth and Development I
A foundation course in theory and principles of development, conception through early adolescence. In depth study of physical, social/emotional, cognitive, language development including children's play. 15 hours of observations included. Writing assignments and oral presentations as appropriate to the discipline the course. Prerequisite: Eligibility for, credit or concurrent enrollment in English 101. 200 minutes per week. 4 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 102
Human Growth and Development ll
Continuation of Child Development 101. Emphasizes adolescence through late adulthood. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Child Development 101, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 107
Health, Safety and Nutrition
Knowledge and application of practices that promote good nutrition, dental health, physical and mental health, and safety of infants/toddlers, preschool and school aged children in a group setting as well as that of the adult student. Health lifestyle, preventative health and community resources and responding to emergencies are examined. Written and oral assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 109
Language Development
Techniques and methods of encouraging development of language and emerging literacy skills in young children with emphasis upon understanding the developmental process and how the preschool teacher can facilitate this process. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Child Development 101 or Consent of Department Chairperson. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 120
Introduction to Early Childhood Education/Group Care of Children
An introductory course designed to familiarize students with the historic roots and philosophical foundations of child care and education. Knowledge of different types of early childhood programs, their basic values, structure and organization. Examination of the student's personal qualities in relationship to expectations of the field. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 143
Science and Mathematics for Young Children
Study of young children's thinking in the areas of mathematics and science. Basic information about math and science concepts are considered including the application of developmentally appropriate practices with young children. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Child Development 101, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 149
Creative Activities for Children
Designed to introduce the student to a variety of creative experiences that are developmentally appropriate for the young child. Areas covered are planning and implementing activities that allow the child to explore and experiment with art, music, movement, and drama. Emphasis on allowing children freedom to choose and create at their own pace and style. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. 2 lecture and 2 lab hours per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 201
Observation and Management of Child Behavior
Theory and practice of techniques for observing and recording child behavior leading to an understanding of the individual child and developmentally appropriate positive methods of guiding behavior. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Child Development 101 or Consent of Department Chairperson. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 205
Development of the Exceptional Child
Study of children whose development does not follow normal patterns; problems of identification, diagnosis and potential assessment. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Child Development 101, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 225
Supervision of the Exceptional Child
Techniques in handling and communicating with the deaf, blind, developmentally delayed, and physically handicapped child. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Child Development 205. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 228
Principles of Child Care Practice
Role of the child care worker in group/residential settings; primary objectives and goals; re examination of child rearing responsibilities in light of treatment goals. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Child Development 101. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 229
Practicum in Residential Child Care
Twenty hours per week of professional supervised training in Child Care Treatment Program; includes two hour weekly seminar. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Completion of all required Special Education or Residential Child Care courses, or consent of Department Chairperson; may not be taken concurrently with Child Development 228. 2 lecture and 20 lab hours per week. 6 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 258
Principles of Preschool Education
Theory and practice of early childhood education emphasizes developmentally appropriate curriculum program planning, learning environment and the role of the teacher as facilitator. Field experience of three hours per week in early childhood program required. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Child Development 101. 200 minutes per week. 4 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 259
Practicum in Preschool Education
Students spend 300 hours per semester under supervision, working with preschool children in nursery school or day care program, 8 or 16 weeks; includes 2 hour weekly seminar. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Child Development 258 and completion of Child Development core, all preschool educational methods courses or Consent of Department Chairperson. 2 lecture and 20 lab hours per week. 6 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 260
Administration and Supervision of Preschool Centers
For those with experience as teachers or directors of nursery schools or day care centers who wish to improve their skills in administration and supervision. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 262
Child, Family and Community Relations
For students currently employed or preparing to work in child care settings. This course will help students to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with families within the context of the urban community to benefit the well being of the growing child. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 299
Special Topics Child Development
Special topics in Child Development or Early Childhood Education will be discussed. New developments such as the latest brain research and its implication to working with your children will be emphasized. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: As determined by topic. 50 to 200 minutes per week. 1 4 credit hours.