ECE 102
INTRODUCTION TO
APPRENTICESHIP 1CR
Introduces beginning apprentices to apprenticeship training, state requirements, apprentice responsibilities, and professional and ethical conduct in the workplace.
ECE 120
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS FOR THE
ECE PROFESSIONAL 2CR
Covers human relations roles and workplace skills. Information on balancing individual technical skills with human relations and competencies will be discussed.
ECE 125
JUST FOR THE FUN OF IT:
PRESCHOOL 1CR
Students will explore the use and
development of age-appropriate curriculum, creative ideas, projects, and activities that will make planning for the individual child and group fun and exciting! A fun hands-on class that will inspire you and enrich the lives of children in your program.
Meets STARS continuing education requirements.
ECE 126
NATURE & OUTDOORS 2CR Gain skills and knowledge on the
components of an outdoor classroom. Ways to incorporate creativity while supporting children as they explore nature in the environment will be included, as well as sustainable practices for young children.
ECE 132
RAISING AN EMOTIONALLY
INTELLIGENT CHILD 1CR
This course will focus on teaching parents, teachers, and providers how to use emotion coaching techniques that foster emotional intelligence in children.
ECE 133
EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT
PARENTING 1CR Examine the developmental needs across all domains from conception through infancy. Explore parenting/caregiving skills, how they are formed from prior experiences, and how they are affected by a deeper
understanding of the child and oneself.
ECE 135
SCHOOL AGE MATH, SCIENCE,
& TECHNOLOGY 3CR
Explore the different aspects of the School Age curriculum in Science, Math, and Technology.
ECE 136
RAISING A PHYSICALLY &
NUTRITIONALLY INTELLIGENT CHILD 1CR Explore different aspects of health and nutrition in young children.
ECE 141
ECE CURRICULUM: MATH 2CR Explore the different aspects of early childhood curriculum in mathematics.
ECE 142
ECE CURRICULUM:SCIENCE &
TECHNOLOGY 2CR Explore the different aspects of early childhood curriculum in science and technology.
ECE 143
JUST FOR THE GREEN OF IT 1CR Student will explore the use of developing sustainable “green” curriculum ideas that are age appropriate, creative projects and activities to use in your work with young children. They will make planning for the individual child and group fun and exciting! A fun hand’s on class that will inspire you and enrich the lives of children in your program.
ECE 156
FROM SEED TO TABLE:
GARDENING WITH CHILDREN 2CR Discover how important connecting with nature and caring for living plants can be for children. Students will learn techniques to create plantings and cooking items grown to serve at the snack table.
ECE 157
JUST RECYCLE IT! 1CR
Student will explore the use of developing sustainable “green” curriculum ideas that utilize recyclable materials to make creative projects and activities to use in your work with young children.
ECE 190
PRACTICUM 4: GREEN 3CR
Provides the student with the opportunity for practical field experience with a sustainable practices or “green” specialization. Includes a seminar component.
ECE 194
PRACTICUM 4: THE
EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT CHILD 3CR Provides the student with the opportunity for practical field experience with an “emotional intelligence” specialization. Includes a seminar component.
ECE 198
PRACTICUM 4: WORKING WITH FAMILIES 3CR Provides the student with the opportunity for practical field experience with a “working with families” specialization. Includes a seminar component.
ECE 230
INCLUSION IN ECE 3CR
Introduction to including children with special needs in the ECE field.
ECE 245
DIVERSITY AWARENESS &
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT 3CR Exploring our own cultural awareness supports our work with diverse populations and is paramount to planning for and interacting with young children and their families. In this course, you will explore the various aspects of bias to develop strategies and an anti-bias approach within the Early Childhood Curriculum.
ECE 290
PORTFOLIO ADVENTURE 2CR Provides the student with the opportunity to compile their Early Care and Education degree portfolio. The portfolio adventure is an opportunity for the student to establish self marketing goals in the field as well as produce an end product which reflects the student’s best practice, passion, and experience to date in the program and field. Students will receive instructor guidance and feedback as well as participate in the ECE Portfolio Review process prior to graduation.
ECED& 100
CHILD CARE BASICS (STARS) 3CR Designed to meet licensing requirements for early learning teachers and family home child care providers, STARS 30 hour basics course recognized in the MERIT system. Topics: child growth/development, cultural competency, community resources, guidance, heath/safety/nutrition and professional practice.
ECED& 105
INTRODUCTION TO EARLY
CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 5CR Explore the foundations of early childhood education. Examine theories defining the field, issues and trends, best practices and program models. Observe children, professionals and programs in action.
ECED& 107
HEALTH, NUTRITION AND SAFETY 5CR Develop knowledge and skills to ensure good health, nutrition and safety of children in group care and education programs. Recognize the signs of abuse and neglect, responsibilities for mandated reporting, and available community resources.
ECED& 132
INFANTS & TODDLERS -
NURTURING CARE 3CR
Examine the unique developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Study the role of the caregiver, relationships with families, developmentally appropriate practices, nurturing environments for infants and toddlers and culturally relevant care.
ECED& 139
ADMINISTRATION OF EARLY
LEARNING PROGRAMS 3CR
Develop administrative skills required to develop, open, operate, manage and assess early childhood education and care
programs. Explore techniques and resources available for Washington State licensing and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standard compliance.
ECED& 160
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT 5CR Investigate learning theory, program planning, and tools for curriculum
development promoting language, fine/gross motor, social-emotional, cognitive and creative skills and growth in young children.
ECED& 170
ENVIRONMENTS FOR YOUNG
CHILDREN 3CR Design, evaluate & improve indoor and outdoor environments which ensure quality learning nurturing, experiences and optimize the development of young children.
ECED& 180
LANGUAGE AND LITERACY
DEVELOPMENT 3CR Develop teaching strategies for language acquisition and literacy skill development at each developmental stage (birth-age 8) through the four interrelated areas of speaking, listening, writing and reading.
ECED& 190
OBSERVATION AND ASSESSMENT 3CR Collect and record observation of and assessment data in order to plan for and support the child, the family, the group and the community. Practice reflection techniques, summarizing conclusions and communicating findings.
ECS 110CL
COMPUTER ESSENTIALS FOR THE
ECE PROFESSIONAL 4CR
Covers the essential computer tools and techniques necessary for the ECE professional. Designing forms, parent newsletters, flyers, brochures, and other materials needed for the smooth running of the child care center.
ECS 111*
INTRODUCTION TO THE EARLY
CHILDHOOD PROFESSION 2CR Examines the personal characteristics, responsibilities, and rewards for individuals working with young children.
ECS 112*
WAYS TO STUDY HOW
CHILDREN GROW/LEARN 2CR Covers introductory research and theory, sequential stages of growth and development for children from birth to five years of age, and planning individual and
developmentally appropriate curriculum.
ECS 113*
SAFE, HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT 2CR Covers ways to provide a safe environment that promotes good health and nutrition practices. Students will use space and materials as resources for constructing an interesting and enjoyable environment that encourages play and exploration.
ECS 114
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL
DEVELOPMENT 2CR
Topics will include how to help children know, accept, and take pride in themselves.
ECS 115*
PHYSICAL, INTELLECTUAL
COMPETENCE 2CR
Covers equipment, activities, and opportunities to promote the physical development of children. Activities and opportunities will be presented that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of children.
ECS 116*
FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS 2CR Covers knowledge and skills needed to establish positive and productive relationships with families. Ideas to help support each child’s relationship with her or his family and ways to encourage family involvement.
ECS 117*
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONAL 2CR Covers knowledge and skills needed to manage resources to ensure an effective early childhood program. Regulatory, legislative, and workforce issues and how they affect the welfare of young children will be covered.
ECS 149
ECE CURRICULUM – HEALTH, SAFETY, NUTRITION & COOKING LAB 4CR Explore the different aspects of early childhood curriculum in health, safety and nutrition as well as cooking with young children!
ECS 160
MUSIC/MOVEMENT & CREATIVITY: CREATIVE ART
CURRICULUM 5CR
Explore the different aspects of the early childhood curriculum in creative art, music, movement, and creativity.
ECS 181
ECE PRACTICUM I 5CR
Provides the student with practical field experience. Students will work at community child care centers or the campus Hayes Child Development Center, allowing them to apply classroom study to the on-the-job situations. Includes a scheduled seminar.
ECS 182
ECE PRACTICUM II 5CR
Provides the student with practical field experience. Students will work at community Child Care Centers or the campus Hayes Child Development Center, allowing them to apply classroom study to the on-the-job situations. Includes a scheduled seminar.
ECS 183
ECE PRACTICUM III 5CR
Provides the student with practical field experience. Students will work at community child care centers or the campus Hayes Child Development Center, allowing them to apply classroom study to the on-the-job situations. Includes a scheduled seminar.
ECS 202
PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES 2CR Covers developmentally-appropriate activities for preschoolers. This is a hands-on class that will provide a chance for making and sharing samples.
ECS 206
SIGNING WITH INFANTS &
TODDLERS 2CR
Signing for basic communication with infants and toddlers with an emphasis on working with children who exhibit language delays.
ECS 217
ECE PRACTICUM IV INFANTS/
TODDLERS 3CR