Early Childhood Education
62 courses · Shasta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
ECE-1 Human Development
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PSY 180
This course involves a study of development and behavior throughout the human life span. Classic and up-to-date research on the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial domains will be presented. Theories will be integrated with practical application concepts throughout the course, underscoring the importance of life-long learning and adaptation. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-2 Child, Family, Community
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- CDEV 110
This course covers the processes of socialization focusing on the interrelationship of family, school, and community. It also examines the influence of multiple societal contexts, and explores the role of collaboration between family, community, and schools in supporting children’s development, birth through adolescence. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-3 Early Childhood Program Administration I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 7 with a grade of C or higher
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is an introduction to the administration of early childhood programs. It covers program types, budget, management, regulations, laws, development, and implementation of policies and procedures. The course will also examine the administrative tools, philosophies, and techniques needed to organize, open, and operate an early care and education program that is responsive to the community's needs. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-6 Exploring Family Childcare
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 54)
- Formerly
- ECE 153
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides an introduction to family childcare. Topics presented include an overview of regulations, family childcare management, importance of culturally diverse and age appropriate activities, and safe and healthful setting in a family childcare. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-7 Early Childhood Observation & Assessment
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 1 or ECE 9 with a grade of C or higher; ECE 17 with a grade of C or higher
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ECE 200
This course introduces the appropriate use of assessment and observation tools and strategies to document young children’s development and learning. It emphasizes the use of findings to inform and plan learning environments and experiences. are emphasized. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools will be discussed, along with strategies for collaboration with families and professionals. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-8 Teaching Practicum for Young Children
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture/54 lab total*
- Prerequisite
- ECE 7, ECE 17, and ECE 20 with a grade of C or higher
- Formerly
- ECE 8A
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ECE 210
This course is a demonstration of developmentally appropriate early childhood program planning and teaching competencies under the supervision of ECE/CD faculty and other qualified early education professionals. Students will utilize practical classroom experiences to make connections between theory and practice, develop professional behaviors, and build a comprehensive understanding of children and families. Reflective practice will be emphasized as student teachers design, implement, and evaluate approaches, strategies, and techniques that promote development and learning. Includes exploration of career pathways, professional development, and teacher responsibilities.
ECE-9 Child, Growth and Development
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CDEV 100
This course provides an in-depth examination of the major physical, psychosocial, and cognitive/language developmental milestones for children, both typical and atypical, from conception through adolescence. There will be an emphasis on interactions between maturational processes and environmental factors. While studying developmental theory and investigative research methodologies, students will observe children, evaluate individual differences and analyze characteristics of development at various stages. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-12 Infant Toddler Learning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is a study of infants and toddlers from pre-conception to age three, including physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional growth and development. Students will apply theoretical frameworks to interpret behavior and interactions between heredity and environment. It emphasizes the role of family and relationships in development. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-14 School-Age Learning and Development
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course examines the cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development of school-age children (ages 5–12), with a focus on supporting learners in PK–3 grade classrooms and after-school programs. Grounded in major developmental theories and culturally responsive practices, students will apply knowledge of child development to design inclusive, age-appropriate learning experiences, practice effective observation and guidance strategies, and demonstrate competence in creating equitable environments that support diverse learners. Emphasis is placed on understanding behavior, fostering positive peer relationships, partnering with families, and using observation and assessment to inform teaching. Through hands-on activities, analysis, and reflection, students will build the professional skills necessary to support school-age children across both classroom and expanded learning environments. This course may be taught in a distance education format.
ECE-15 Child, Health, Safety and Nutrition
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ECE 220
This course focuses on the laws, regulations, standards, policies, procedures, and best practices related to health, safety, and nutrition in care and education settings for children birth through middle childhood. Includes the teacher’s role in prevention strategies, nutrition and meal planning, integrating health safety and nutrition experiences into daily routines, and overall risk management. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-16 Adult Supervision and Mentoring in Early Care and Education
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 108)
- Advisory
- ECE 3 and ECE 7 with a grade of C or higher
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course covers the methods and principles of supervising, mentoring, and coaching student teachers and other adults in early care and education settings. It presents the strategies and skills necessary to support the development of adult learners as effective mentors, coaches, and teachers. Emphasis is placed on individualized, relationship- and strengths-based approaches, reflective practices, and constructive communication skills. The course also addresses the characteristics and roles of mentors, career requirements and pathways, and the use of evaluation in setting professional learning goals. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-17 Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ECE 120
This course explores the historical contexts and theoretical perspectives of developmentally appropriate practice in early care and education for children from birth through age eight. It also explores the typical roles and expectations of early childhood educators and identifies professional ethics, career pathways, and professional standards. It will introduce best practices for developmentally appropriate learning environments, curriculum, and effective pedagogy for young children, including how play contributes to children's learning, growth, and development. This course may be taught in a distance education format.
ECE-20 Introduction to Curriculum
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ECE 130
This course focuses on developmentally appropriate curriculum and environments for children birth through age eight. Students will use knowledge of children’s development, theories of learning and development, and examples from various models of developmentally appropriate practice to plan environments and curriculum in all content areas to support children’s development and learning integrated throughout indoor and outdoor settings. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-22 Care and Education for Infants and Toddlers
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Focuses on the planning, preparation, and presentation of developmentally appropriate curriculum activities, materials, and learning environments for use with infants and toddlers to support physical, social-emotional, cognitive and language development. Emphasis will be placed upon increasing the student’s skills in critically analyzing education settings and materials for infants and toddlers. Special attention will be given to both indoor and outdoor environments and curriculum. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-24 EC Curriculum: School-Age Care and Curriculum Design
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course examines principles and practices that support the growth and learning of school-age children (ages 5–12) in community and expanded learning environments, aligned with the PK–3 Early Childhood Education Specialist Credential pathway. Emphasis is placed on designing and evaluating developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes cognitive, physical, social-emotional, and creative development. Students will explore culturally responsive strategies, guidance approaches, and integration of play, enrichment, and academics. Focus areas include literacy, mathematics, and science, with a focus on cultivating curiosity, developing problem-solving skills, and making real-world connections. Through observation, curriculum planning, and hands-on activities, students will create inclusive, safe, and equitable environments that engage families and support diverse learners. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-26 The Child With Special Needs
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 1or ECE 9 with a grade of C or higher
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course will focus on early childhood education and children with special needs. Developmental, educational, and family issues related to children and youth with disabilities and giftedness will be presented. The course also provides an overview of special education as a professional discipline, including its history, laws, challenges, current trends, and issues. This course will explore different types of special needs identified in children including children who are: gifted, developmentally delayed, learning disabled, as well as children with: emotional and behavioral disorders, communication disorders, sensory disorders, neurological disorders, and health impairments. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-27 Teaching Children with Special Needs and Early Intervention Strategies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course focuses on learning to work with children birth to eight years of age with disabilities and other special needs and their families in inclusive early childhood educational settings. It will include an exploration of the following: characteristics of young children with disabilities and other special needs; impact on the family; types of educational and other programs/services that are available; modification of the educational environment; approaches to assessment and curriculum; and integration and future trends. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize atypical development, make appropriate referrals, and work collaboratively to plan, implement, and evaluate inclusion and intervention strategies. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-28 Teaching in a Diverse Society
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ECE 230
This course examines the historical and current perspectives on diversity and inclusion, and the impact of systemic societal influences on children’s development, learning, and school experiences. Strategies for developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate anti-bias curriculum will be explored, as well as approaches to promote inclusive and anti-racist classroom communities. The course includes self-reflection on the influence of teachers’ own culture and life experiences on teaching and interactions with children and families. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-51 Administration II: Personnel and Leadership in Early Childhood Education
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course covers effective strategies for personnel management and leadership in early care and education settings. Content includes legal and ethical responsibilities, supervision techniques, professional development, and reflective practices for diverse and inclusive early childhood settings. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-52 Guidance and Classroom Management Strategies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course explores principles and strategies of positive guidance for adults interacting with young children (ages 0-8). The cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics and needs of children will be examined. This course would be of interest to parents, educators, caregivers, and any adult involved with or interested in children. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-60 Advanced Curriculum
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 20 with a grade of C or higher
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course will explore multiple areas of development for young children. Students will analyze the factors that affect and facilitate physical growth and development of young children. Students will learn strategies for supporting affective development with specific guidance directed to young children's social, emotional, and creative needs. This course will enable students to enhance young children's cognitive skills in language development and critical thinking skills. An integrated curriculum will be created with focus on health and nutrition, music and rhythm, perceptual and motor development, art expression, self-understanding, socialization, communication, literacy, mathematics, and science inquiry. Students will acquire strategies for identifying curriculum goals and procedures that strengthen young children's skills. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-94 Early Childhood Education Work Experience Education
- Units
- 1-14
- Hours
- 54-756 Work Experience Education hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
The Early Childhood Education Work Experience Education course allows the student to gain on-the-job experience through employment/volunteerism at an approved early childhood education job site that is acquired by the student and related to the student’s major. A faculty member supervises all WEE courses to ensure that the work experience is of educational value. The course stresses good work habits and meeting competencies through actual on-the-job performance. A student may repeat this course since course content varies and skills are enhanced by supervised repetition and practice. A maximum of 14 units may be earned in a single semester. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-147 Mental Health Awareness in ECE Programs
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 54)
This course introduces the student to mental health issues in young children, their families, and their caregivers. It includes an overview of early childhood mental health from prenatal development to eight years of age, and the effects of environment and biology on mental health. Students will become aware of potential mental health concerns in early childhood, and how we can help children, parents, and caregivers in our programs. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-170 Understanding Childhood Trauma
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 54)
This course introduces the student to the causes and effects of early childhood trauma. It will include an overview of early brain development, the impacts of toxic stress, and how traumatic experiences affect physical, cognitive, and social-emotional growth and development. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-171 Trauma-Informaed Practices in Early Childhood Education
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 54)
- Advisory
- ECE 170 with a grade of C or higher
This course will provide skills and tools to use with children who have experienced trauma and toxic stress. It will include the support needed, as well as environmental "look-fors," self-regulation, and appropriate approaches to working with all children. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-172 Culturally Responsive Self-Care for Early Childhood Educators
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 54)
- Advisory
- ECE 170 and ECE 171 with a grade of C or higher
This course will provide tools and strategies to nurture ourselves and facilitate continued growth. Early childhood educators have very complex jobs; they work long days on their feet with constant demands on their energy and patience. This class will provide strategies to prevent the risk of burnout, compassion fatigue, and secondary trauma. This course may be taught in a distance education format.
ECE-370 Understanding Childhood Trauma
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 54)
This course introduces the student to the causes and effects of early childhood trauma. It will include an overview of early brain development, the impacts of toxic stress, and how traumatic experiences affect physical, cognitive, and social-emotional growth and development. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-371 Trauma Informed Practices in Early Childhood Education
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 54)
- Advisory
- ECE 370 with a grade of P or higher
This course will provide skills and tools to use with children of trauma and toxic stress. It will include the support needed, as well as environmental "look-fors", self-regulation, and appropriate approaches to working with all children. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ECE-372 Culturally Respsonsive Self-Care for Early Childhood Educators
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 54)
- Advisory
- ECE 371 with a grade of P or higher
This course will provide tools and strategies to nurture ourselves and facilitate continued growth. Early childhood educators have very complex jobs; they work long days on their feet with constant demands on their energy and patience. This class will provide strategies to prevent the risk of burnout, compassion fatigue, and secondary trauma. This course may be taught in a distance education format.
ECE-1CB History of ECE
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This competency includes a review of the historical roots of early childhood programs. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 1CB, 2CB, and 3CB are the equivalent to ECE 17.
ECE-2CB Theory and Practice
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This competency introduces students to best practices for developmentally appropriate learning environments, curriculum, and effective pedagogy for young children including how play contributes to children's learning, growth, and development. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 1CB, 2CB, and 3CB are equivalent to ECE 17.
ECE-3CB Professional Roles
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This competency explores the typical roles and expectations of early childhood educators, such as professional ethics, career pathways, and professional standards. Students will develop a professional portfolio and personal philosophy of teaching. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 1CB, 2CB, and 3CB are equivalent to ECE 17.
ECE-4CB Curriculum Foundations
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 17 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 1CB, 2CB, and 3CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This competency is an introduction to the foundations of early childhood curriculum. Students will explore various early childhood curriculum models, approaches, and professional practices to inform and evaluate curriculum and environments. Students will observe and evaluate teaching strategies, curriculum, and environmental designs. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 4CB, 5CB, and 6CB are equivalent to ECE 20.
ECE-5CB Design Learning Environments
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 17 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 1CB, 2CB, and 3CB with M or M+
This is a competency module for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. Students will use knowledge of children’s development, theories of learning and development, and examples from various models of developmentally appropriate practice to plan environments. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 4CB, 5CB, and 6B are equivalent to ECE 20.
ECE-6CB Curriculum Development
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 17 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 1CB, 2CB, and 3CB with M or M+
This is a competency module for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This course is an introduction to the foundations of early childhood curriculum. Students will explore various early childhood curriculum models, approaches, and professional practices to inform and evaluate curriculum and environments. Students will observe and evaluate teaching strategies, curriculum, and environmental designs. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 4CB, 5CB, and 6CB are equivalent to ECE 20.
ECE-7CB Developmental Stages
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 20 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 4CB, 5CB, and 6CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This competency examines the progression of development in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains and identifies developmental milestones for children from conception through adolescence. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 7CB, 8CB, and 9CB are equivalent to ECE 9.
ECE-8CB Developmental Influences
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 20 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 4CB, 5CB, and 6CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. Emphasis is placed on interactions between biological processes and environmental factors. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 7CB, 8CB, and 9CB are equivalent to ECE 9.
ECE-9CB Developmental Theories
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 20 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 4CB, 5CB, and 6CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. Students will observe children, evaluate individual differences, and analyze characteristics of development at various stages according to developmental theories. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 7CB, 8CB, and 9 CB are equivalent to ECE 9.
ECE-10CB Socialization
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 9 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 7CB, 8CB, and 9CB with M or M+
This is a competency module for the Early Childhood Education Competency Based Education Pathway. Students will learn about historical and current theoretical frameworks and processes of socialization focusing on the interrelationship of family, school, and community. This competency will include a focus on contemporary social issues and their effects on families and children. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 10CB, 11CB, and 12CB are equivalent to ECE 2.
ECE-11CB Collaboration with Families
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 9 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 7CB, 8CB, and 9CB with M or M+
This is a competency module for the Early Childhood Education Competency Based Education Pathway. This competency examines the influence of multiple societal contexts on child development. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 10CB, 11CB, and 12CB are the equivalent of ECE 2.
ECE-12CB Community Resources
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 9 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 7CB, 8CB, and 9CB with M or M+
This is a competency module for the Early Childhood Education Competency Based Education Pathway. It explores the role of collaboration between family, community, and schools in supporting children’s development, birth through adolescence. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 10CB, 11CB, and 12CB are the equivalent of ECE 2.
ECE-13CB Social and Emotional Development of Young Children
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 2 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 10CB,11CB, and 12CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This competency introduces the early childhood professional to the typical and atypical development of young children in the social-emotional domain. Students will explore basic approaches to problem behaviors and learn how to analyze situations and suggest alternative strategies. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 13CB, 14CB, and 15CB are the equivalent to ECE 52.
ECE-14CB Guidance Approaches
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 2 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 10CB,11CB, and 12CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This competency explores discipline and guidance strategies for early childhood educators (ages 0-8) in a variety of settings. Students will learn how to identify elements of positive, effective approaches to child guidance. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 13CB, 14CB, and 15CB are the equivalent to ECE 52.
ECE-15CB Analyzing Behavior
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 2 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 10CB,11CB, and 12CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This competency explores effective intervention for common behavior problems in early learning settings, (ages 0-8). Students will use knowledge of child development to identify characteristic behavior patterns to solve problem behaviors. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 13CB, 14CB, and 15CB are the equivalent to ECE 52.
ECE-16CB Identity Development
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 52 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 13CB,14CB, and 15CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. It examines the historical and current perspectives on diversity and inclusion and the impact of systemic societal influences on children’s development, learning, and school experiences. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 16CB, 17CB, and 18CB are the equivalent of ECE 28.
ECE-17CB Diversity and Inclusion
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 52 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 13CB,14CB, and 15CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. Strategies for developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate anti-bias curriculum will be explored as well as approaches to promote inclusive and anti-racist classroom communities. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 16CB, 17CB, and 18CB are the equivalent of ECE 28.
ECE-18CB Teacher Bias
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 52 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 13CB,14CB, and 15CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This competency includes self-reflection on the influence of teachers’ own culture and life experiences on teaching and interactions with children and families. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 16CB, 17CB, and 18CB are the equivalent of ECE 28.
ECE-19CB Evaluate Assessment Tools
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 28 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 16CB,17CB, and 18CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. It introduces the appropriate use of assessment and observation tools and strategies to document young children’s development and learning. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 19CB, 20CB, and 21CB are the equivalent of ECE 7.
ECE-20CB Assessment to Inform Teaching
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 28 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 16CB,17CB, and 18CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. This competency emphasizes using assessment findings to inform and plan learning environments and experiences. It covers the use of reliable tools to rate program quality, individual development, and curriculum. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 19CB, 20CB, and 21CB are the equivalent of ECE 7.
ECE-21CB Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 28 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 16CB,17CB, and 18CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency-Based Education Pathway. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools will be discussed, along with strategies for collaboration with families and professionals. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 19CB, 20CB, and 21CB are the equivalent to ECE 7.
ECE-22CB Engaging All Learners
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 7 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 19CB, 20CB, and 21CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency Based Education Pathway. Required demonstration of developmentally appropriate early childhood program planning and teaching competencies under the supervision of ECE/CD faculty and other qualified early education professionals. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 22CB, 23CB, and 24CB are the equivalent of ECE 8.
ECE-23CB Application of Strategies
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 7 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 19CB, 20CB, and 21CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency Based Education Pathway. Reflective practice will be emphasized as student teachers design, implement, and evaluate approaches, strategies, and techniques that promote development and learning. This competency includes exploration of career pathways, professional development, and teacher responsibilities. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 22CB, 23CB, and 24CB are the equivalent of ECE 8.
ECE-24CB Demonstrate Professionalism
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 lab total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
- Prerequisite
- ECE 7 with a grade of B or higher, or ECE 19CB,20CB, and 21CB with M or M+
This is a competency for the Early Childhood Education Competency Based Education Pathway. Exploring career pathways, professional development, and teacher responsibilities, this competency will consist of a 54-hour in-person practicum in a qualifying early childhood education setting. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 22CB, 23CB, and 24CB are the equivalent of ECE 8.
ECE-25CB Prevention Strategies
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This competency focuses on the teacher’s role in prevention strategies, nutrition and meal planning, integrating health, safety and nutrition experiences into daily routines, and overall risk management. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 25CB, 26CB, and 27CB are the equivalent of ECE 15.
ECE-26CB Safe Environments
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This competency will focus on best practices related to health, safety, and nutrition in care and education settings for children from birth through age 8, integrating health, safety, and nutrition experiences into daily routines, classroom environments, and mealtimes. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 25CB, 26CB, and 27CB are the equivalent of ECE 15.
ECE-27CB Regulations in Practice
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This competency focuses on the laws, regulations, standards, policies, procedures, and best practices related to health, safety, and nutrition. This course may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 25CB, 26CB, and 27CB are the equivalent of ECE 15.
ECE-28CB Infant Toddler Foundations and Attachment
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This competency introduces the foundations of infant and toddler development with a focus on attachment, relationships, and responsive caregiving. Students will examine biological, emotional, cognitive, and social factors that shape development from birth through age three, with emphasis on brain development, temperament, and the critical role of secure attachments in lifelong learning and well-being. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 28CB, 29CB, and 30CB are the equivalent to ECE 12.
ECE-29CB The Whole Child
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This competency examines the physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional development of children from conception through 36 months. Emphasis is placed on observing and documenting infant and toddler behaviors and connecting those observations to developmental concepts and theories. Students will analyze the influence of heredity, environment, and relationships on growth and learning, with special attention to the role of families and caregivers in supporting healthy development. The course provides a foundation for understanding how early experiences shape later outcomes and prepares students to apply developmental theory to practice in early childhood settings. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 28CB, 29CB, and 30CB are the equivalent to ECE 12.
ECE-30CB Respectful, Responsive Environments
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
In this competency, students will learn how infants and toddlers grow and change from birth to age three across the physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional domains. Special attention is given to the ways family practices, cultural traditions, and caregiving environments shape early development. Through guided observations, case studies, and reflective discussions, students will practice analyzing the multiple influences on infants and toddlers and explore how to apply this understanding in diverse early learning settings. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 28CB, 29CB, and 30CB are the equivalent to ECE 12.
ECE-31CB Quality Foundations
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This competency introduces the essential policies and practices that define high-quality infant and toddler programs. Students will examine standards for health, safety, and family partnerships while exploring responsive caregiving, culturally inclusive practices, and environments that promote optimal development from birth to three years. This competency may be taught in a distance education format. ECE 31CB, 32CB, and 33CB are equivalent to ECE 22.
ECE-32CB Nurturing Relationships
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This competency explores the critical role of responsive, reciprocal relationships in supporting the healthy development of infants and toddlers. Students will examine how trust, attachment, and emotional security form the foundation for physical, cognitive, language, and social-emotional growth. Emphasis is placed on intentional teaching practices, relationship-based guidance, and culturally responsive communication with children and families. Through observation, reflection, and applied experiences, students will learn to design environments and interactions that nurture connection, empathy, and resilience. Special focus is given to co-regulation, primary caregiving systems, and collaborative partnerships between educators and families. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 31CB, 32CB, and 33CB are equivalent to ECE 22.
ECE-33CB Curriculum in Action
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture total (when offered in a distance education format, total hours equal 54)
This competency emphasizes the intentional planning, implementation, and evaluation of developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children. Students will translate theory into practice by designing, presenting, and reflecting on learning experiences that promote growth across physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and language domains. Emphasis is placed on the educator’s role in fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking through responsive teaching and meaningful play. Students will critically analyze how environments, routines, and materials influence learning outcomes, and will apply strategies to adapt curriculum for diverse learners. Both indoor and outdoor learning environments will be explored as dynamic extensions of the curriculum. This competency may be offered in a distance education format. ECE 31CB, 32CB, and 33CB are equivalent to ECE 22.