Early Childhood Education

Instructor: G ianna Mirowski

This course provides students with an in-depth study and preparation of skills and strategies necessary to successfully qualify for the Child Development Associate credential. Students prepare and practice delivering developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities. This program requires students to participate in an internship in an early childhood center.

Students enrolled in this program will meet the CTE Concentrator status for graduation over the course of one academic year by completing the following courses:

7160 - Principles of Early Childhood Education
7158 - Early Childhood Education Curriculum
7159 - Early Childhood Guidance

Open to: Grades 11 and 12
Eligible Certifications: Child Development Associate (CDA), CPR
Dual Credit Provider: Ivy Tech

Dual Credit Course	Credits
EDUC101 - Introduction to Teaching	3
EDUC121 - Child and Adolescent Dev.	3

Juniors who complete curriculum in an exemplary fashion may be eligible to apply to return to complete the capstone for this program. It is NOT required or guaranteed.