Course List for Early Childhood Education | programs (2023)

Do you love being with children? This course provides you with specific skills for the development and care of young children. You will learn about child development, relationships, behavior and diversity. You will also learn how to create a curriculum and provide positive guidance to children. Acquire skills in observation and assessment, health, safety and nutrition. Throughout the program you will apply what you learn in real early childhood settings. Your career in early childhood education is just a stone's throw away.

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**Hours off-duty is an estimate based on government standards and may vary from person to person.

Technical studies (42 Credits)

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• ECE: Early Childhood Basics 10-307-148 3Credit 54 108 View Information

  • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10307148
  • Credits: 3,00

  Credit available for prior learning options

  Introduces students to the profession of early childhood. Course competencies include: exploring the concepts of diversity, cultural responsiveness and anti-bias as they relate to early childhood education, examining the history of early childhood education, examining regulatory requirements for early childhood education programs in Wisconsin, summarizing the types of early childhood education learning environments, identifying The components of a quality early childhood education program, summarize the responsibilities of early childhood education professionals, examine early childhood education curriculum models, and examine the crucial role of play in relation to developmentally appropriate practice.

• • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10307167
  • Credits: 3,00

  Credit available for prior learning options

  Examines the issues of health, safety and nutrition in the context of early childhood education. Course competencies include: integrating strategies to support diversity, cultural responsiveness and anti-bias perspectives; investigate government regulations and professional standards relating to health, safety and nutrition; planning a safe early childhood environment; planning a healthy early childhood environment; plan nutritionally sensible menus; investigate child abuse and neglect issues and mandates; describe strategies to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), describe strategies to prevent the occurrence of Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS); Integrate health, safety and nutrition concepts into the children's curriculum.

• ECE: Introductory internship 10-307-174 3Credit 144 36 Display information

  • Lesson hours: 144
  • Outside working hours: 36
  • Course number: 10307174
  • Credits: 3,00

  Credit available for prior learning options

  Learn the course skills and apply them in an actual early childhood setting. Explore the standards for quality early childhood education, demonstrate professional behavior, and meet the requirements for education in the Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards.

  Coreq: ECE: Early Language & Literacy 10307108 ODER ECE: Social Studies, Art, and Music 10307110

• ECE: Child Development 10-307-179 3Credit 54 108 Show information

  • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10307179
  • Credits: 3,00

  Credit available for prior learning options

  Examines child development in the context of early childhood education. Course competencies include: integrating strategies to support diversity, cultural responsiveness and anti-bias perspectives; Analysis of social, cultural and economic influences on child development; summarize theories of child development; Analysis of the development of children aged three to five years; analyze the development of children between the ages of five and eight; Linking child development research to classroom practice; analyze the role of heredity and the environment; Examine the role of brain development in early learning (ages three to eight years). Examine developmental and environmental assessment strategies for children ages three through eight.

• • Lesson hours: 72
  • Outside hours: 90
  • Course number: 10307108
  • Credits: 3,00

  Explore strategies to encourage language and literacy development and skill building in children aged up to 8 years. Learners will examine the components of literacy including; Literacy as a source of joy, vocabulary and oral language, phonological awareness, knowledge of print, letters and words, comprehension and understanding of books and other texts. Theories and philosophies related to the linguistic and literary development of children are discussed. Bilingual learning is examined in the context of developmentally appropriate practices. Assessment tools for early language and reading skills will be reviewed.

• • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10307151
  • Credits: 3,00

  Credit available for prior learning options

  Teaches infant and young child development in relation to early childhood education. Course competencies include: integrating strategies to support diversity, cultural responsiveness and anti-bias perspectives; Analysis of the development of infants and young children (conception up to 36 months); pre- and postnatal states correlate with development; summarize theories of child development; analyze the role of heredity and the environment; Examining culturally and developmentally appropriate environments for infants and young children, examining the role of brain development in early learning (conception to 36 months); examine nursing routines as a curriculum; and examine developmental and environmental assessment strategies for infants and young children.

• ECE: Guiding Child Behaviour 10-307-188 3Credit 54 108 N/A

  • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10307188
  • Credits: 3,00

  Examines positive strategies to manage children's behavior in early childhood education. Course competencies include: integrating strategies to support diversity, cultural responsiveness and anti-bias perspectives; Analyze techniques and effects of strong relationship building with children and families; identify positive and proactive guiding principles and techniques to support children; Analyzing environmental influences on children's behavior; Identify strategies that support children's active engagement in the learning environment; Identify strategies that proactively teach emotional competence and regulation techniques; identify strategies that proactively teach friendship skills; Identify strategies that proactively teach children calming, relaxation, and problem-solving techniques; use observation and evaluation techniques to evaluate and interpret behavior; Create a behavior support plan based on a functional behavior assessment; Create a guiding philosophy. This course meets the requirements of the "24-hour Wisconsin" pyramid model training.

• • Lesson hours: 72
  • Outside hours: 90
  • Course number: 10307110
  • Credits: 3,00

  Focuses on beginner curriculum development in the specific integrated content areas of Social Studies, Arts, Music and Movement (SSAMM).

• ECE: Preschool Internship 10-307-175 3Credit 144 36 N/A

  • Lesson hours: 144
  • Outside working hours: 36
  • Course number: 10307175
  • Credits: 3,00

  Serves as the final course in The Registry Preschool Credential. Students will be placed in or work in an early childhood setting with children aged 3 to 5 and will create a portfolio that will prepare students for the registration commission. In this course, students will implement regulations and standards for quality early childhood education, apply knowledge of child development and positive guidance, use observation and assessment techniques, and evaluate developmentally appropriate environments for preschool children.

  Prerequisite: ECE introductory internship 10307174; Coreqs: ECE: Early Language and Literacy 10307108 and ECE: Social Studies, Art, and Music 10307110

• ECE: Children of Different Ability 10-307-187 3Credit 54 108 N/A

  • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10307187
  • Credits: 3,00

  Focuses on the child with different abilities in an early childhood education setting. Course competencies include: integrating strategies to support diversity, cultural responsiveness and anti-bias perspectives; promote inclusive programs for young children; apply legal and ethical requirements, including but not limited to ADA and IDEA; Exploring the consultation process for embedding interventions in nature-based environments; distinguish between typical and exceptional development; Analyzing the different abilities of children with physical, cognitive, health/medical, communication and/or behavioral/emotional disorders; identify community and professional resources; Interpretation of an Individual Education Plan (IEP/IFSP) for children with developmental differences; adapt the curriculum to the needs of children with developmental differences; examine strategies for cultivating partnerships with families who have children with developmental differences.

• ECE: STEM 10-307-112 3Credit 72 90 N/A

  • Lesson hours: 72
  • Outside hours: 90
  • Course number: 10307112
  • Credits: 3,00

  Focus on curriculum development for beginners in the specific built-in content areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

• ECE: Intermediate 10-307-177 3Credit 144 36 N/A

  • Lesson hours: 144
  • Outside working hours: 36
  • Course number: 10307177
  • Credits: 3,00

  Implement regulations and standards for quality early childhood education, apply knowledge of child development and positive guidance, use observation and assessment techniques, and evaluate developmentally appropriate environments for children.

  Prerequisite: ECE: pre-school internship 10307175; Coreq: ECE: STEM 10307112

• • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10307195
  • Credits: 3,00

  Credit available for prior learning options

  Examines the role of family and community relationships in early childhood education. Course competencies include: implementing strategies to support diversity, cultural responsiveness and anti-bias perspectives when working with families and the community; analyze contemporary family patterns and trends; identify strategies for strengthening and supporting families; explore effective communication strategies; discover strategies for developing respectful and reciprocal relationships with families; Analysis of Strategies for Promoting Family Engagement in Early Childhood Education Programs; explore a variety of formats for meeting families in their context; Advocate for Children and Families; and explore community resources offering a range of services for children and families.

• ECE: Advanced Internship 10-307-199 3Credit 144 36 N/A

  • Lesson hours: 144
  • Outside working hours: 36
  • Course number: 10307199
  • Credits: 3,00

  Demonstrate competency in supporting child development through observation, assessment, and implementation of classroom strategies as students develop and learn and apply the course competencies in an actual early childhood setting. Demonstrate a high level of skill in fostering relationships with children, families and early childhood professionals, and use the skills learned in the role of a lead teacher to develop a career plan for the transition from student to early childhood educator.

  Prerequisite: ECE: Intermediate internship 10307177

General Studies (15 Credits)

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• Written communication 10-801-195 3Credit 54 108 View information

  • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10801195
  • Credits: 3,00

  Credit available for prior learning options

  Teaches the writing process, which includes prescribing, drafting, and revising. By writing assignments, students analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas, and format and design documents based on subject and content. Class sessions and assignments involve oral presentations and the use of computers.

  Prerequisite: HS GPA 2.75+ OR ACPL Read 54+/Sent 83+, Next Gen Read 250+/Sent 250+, ACT Read 18+/Engl 18+ OR Read Prep 10838105/Sent Prep 10831103 OR No degree

• Rede 10-801-198 3Credit 54 108 N/A

  • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10801198
  • Credits: 3,00

  Covers the fundamentals of oral presentation, topic selection, audience analysis, speech organization, research, evidence and support, presentation, evaluation, listening, and group problem solving.

  Prerequisite: HS GPA 2.75+ OR ACPL Read 54+/Sent 83+, Next Gen Read 250+/Sent 237+, ACT Read 18+/Engl 15+ OR Read Prep 10838105/Sent Prep 74851745 OR not pursuing a degree

• Introduction to Psychology 10-809-198 3Credit 54 108 View Information

  • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10809198
  • Credits: 3,00

  Credit available for prior learning options

  Focuses on the theoretical basis of human functioning and addresses learning, motivation, emotions, personality, deviation and pathology, physiological factors and social influences. The students consider the complexity of human relationships in personal, social and professional environments.

  Prerequisite: HS GPA 2.75+ OR ACPL Read 54+/Sent 83+, Next Gen Read 250+/Sent 237+, ACT Read 18+/Engl 15+ OR Read Prep 10838105/Sent Prep 74851745 OR not pursuing a degree

• Sustainability Principles 10-806-112 3Credit 54 108 View information

  • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10806112
  • Credits: 3,00

  Credit available for prior learning options

  Prepares the student to develop sustainable literacy; analyze connections between physical and biological sciences and environmental systems; summarize the impact of sustainability; analyze connections between social, economic and ecological systems; Apply energy saving strategies to reduce fossil fuel consumption; investigate alternative energy option; evaluate waste disposal and recycling options; and analyze approaches to promoting and implementing sustainability.

• Introduction to Sociology 10-809-196 3Credit 54 108 N/A

  • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10809196
  • Credits: 3,00

  Focuses on the basic concepts of the cross-cultural discipline of sociology. The focus is on culture, socialization and social stratification. The course also looks at five institutions: family, politics, economics, religion and education. Other topics include demographics, deviance, technology, social environmental issues, and social change and organization.

  Prerequisite: HS GPA 2.75+ OR ACPL Read 54+/Sent 83+, Next Gen Read 250+/Sent 237+, ACT Read 18+/Engl 15+ OR Read Prep 10838105/Sent Prep 74851745 OR not pursuing a degree

Suggested Electives (3 Credits)

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• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Introduction 10-307-130 1Credit 18 36 N/A

  • Lessons: 18
  • Outside working hours: 36
  • Course number: 10307130
  • Credits: 1,00

  Provides an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and information to support those with ASD. Focuses on ASD and how individuals and families can be affected, and distinguishes between typical development and atypical development associated with ASD.

• Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social Integration 10-307-131 2Credit 36 ​​72 N/A

  • Lesson hours: 36
  • Outside Effort Hours: 72
  • Course number: 10307131
  • Credits: 2,00

  Identifies social skills issues; facilitate game skills; monitor behaviors; and create supportive learning and play environments for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It is recommended that course 10-307-130 ASD, Introduction, be completed prior to attending this course.

• Introduction to Family Childcare 10-307-301 3Credit 54 108 View Information

  • Lesson hours: 54
  • Outside working hours: 108
  • Course number: 10307301
  • Credits: 3,00

  Credit available for prior learning options

  Presents issues of family childcare such as quality standards, health and wellbeing, child development, curriculum planning, child behavior guidance, program wellness, and provider health and wellbeing. This course meets the requirements for the Department of Children and Families' introductory courses Fundamentals of Family Childcare and Introduction to the Childcare Profession.