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Early Childhood Education Courses
View/Print PDFECED&100|Child Care Basics
3 Credits
This course is designed to meet licensing requirements for early learning lead teachers and family home child care providers and the STARS 30 hour basics course recognized in the MERIT system. Topics: child growth/development, cultural responsiveness, community resources, guidance, health/safety/nutrition and professional practices.
ECED 102|Introduction to Curriculum
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 102
Provides students with both a theoretical and practical understanding of the curriculum content in a developmentally appropriate setting for young children.
ECED 103|Art
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 103
Provides the student with a basic understanding of the methods used for teaching visual art to young children in a developmentally appropriate manner.
ECED&105|Intro to Early Childhood Education
5 Credits
Students will explore the foundations of early childhood education. Examine theories defining the field, issues, trends, best practices, and program models. Observe children, professionals and programs in action.
ECED&107|Health/Safety/Nutrition
5 Credits
Formerly ECE 230
Introduction to implementation of equitable health, safety and nutrition standards for the growing child in group care. Focus on federal Child Care Block Grant funding (CCDF) requirements, Washington state licensing and Head Start Performance standards. Develop skills necessary to keep children healthy and safe, report abuse and neglect, and connect families to community resources.
ECED 110|Preschool Seminar
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 1172
Provides an opportunity to participate in a short-term seminar relating to early childhood education.
ECED 112|Introduction to ELL Teaching Strategies
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 112
Provides an overview of the philosophy and stages of language acquisition for English language learners in an early learning setting. A variety of instructional strategies are explored.
ECED 116|ECED Special Topics Symposium
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 116
An opportunity to participate in a class dealing with special topics that relate to early childhood education but are not covered in depth in the existing curriculum.
ECED 117|ECED Seminar
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 117
Provides an opportunity to participate in an intensive, short-term learning experience relating to early childhood education.
ECED 118|Skills Training
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 118
Provides an opportunity to participate in a short-term skills training relating to early childhood education.
ECED 119|ECED Workshop
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 119
An opportunity to participate in a workshop class relating to early childhood education.
ECED&120|Practicum-Nurturing Relationships
2 Credits
In an early learning setting students will engage in establishing nurturing, supportive relationships with all children and professional peers. Focus on children?s health and safety, promoting growth and development, and creating a culturally responsive environment.
ECED 122|Math & Science
1–5 Credits
Formerly ECE 122
Provides ideas for introducing developmentally appropriate math and science and concepts to young children. Students have an opportunity to develop and experience math and science learning activities.
ECED 124|Children's Literature
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 120
Increases awareness of various types of literature for young children and explores meaningful ways to share high quality books in early care and education settings.
ECED 127|Music & Movement
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 127
In this interactive class, students learn the importance of providing high quality music and movement activities in an early learning setting.
ECED&132|Infants & Toddlers--Nurturing Care
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 205
Students will 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 retentive care.
ECED&134|Family Child Care Management
3 Credits
Students will learn how to manage a family childcare program. Topics include licensing requirements, record-keeping, relationship building, communication strategies, guiding behavior, and promoting growth and development.
ECED&138|Home Visitor/Family Engagement
3 Credits
Plan and provide home visits and group activities. Promote secure parent-child relationships. Support families to provide high-quality early learning opportunities embedded in everyday routines and experiences.
ECED&139|Administration of ECE
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 215
Students will develop administrative skills required to develop, operate, manage and improve early childhood education and care programs. Acquire basic business management skills. Explore resources and supports for meeting Washington State licensing and professional National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards.
ECED 141|Child Development Associate
10 Credits
Formerly ECE 141
Provides the formal education hours required for Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates working in center-based infant & toddler, center-based preschool, or family home child care programs. Instruction focuses on CDA Competency Goals and prepares students for the National CDA assessment and credential. This course is offered on an as-needed basis.
ECED 142|Child Development Associate
1–10 Credits
Formerly ECE 1411
Provides the formal education hours required for Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates working in center-based infant and toddler, center-based preschool, or family home child care programs. Instruction focuses on CDA Competency Goals and prepares students for the National CDA assessment and credential.
ECED 143|Child Development Associate
1–11 Credits
Formerly ECE 1412
Provides the formal education hours required for Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates working in center-based infant and toddler, center-based preschool, or family home child care programs. Instruction focuses on CDA Competency Goals and prepares students for the National CDA assessment and credential.
ECED 144|Child Development Associate
1–11 Credits
Formerly ECE 1413
Provides the formal education hours required for Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates working in center-based infant and toddler, center-based preschool, or family home child care programs. Instruction focuses on CDA Competency Goals and prepares students for the National CDA assessment and credential.
ECED 145|Child Development Associate
1–11 Credits
Formerly ECE 1414
Provides the formal education hours required for Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates working in center-based infant and toddler, center-based preschool, or family home child care programs. Instruction focuses on CDA Competency Goals and prepares students for the National CDA assessment and credential.
ECED 146|Child Development Associate
1–11 Credits
Formerly ECE 1415
Provides the formal education hours required for Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates working in center-based infant and toddler, center-based preschool, or family home child care programs. Instruction focuses on CDA Competency Goals and prepares students for the National CDA assessment and credential.
ECED 147|Child Development Associate
1–11 Credits
Formerly ECE 1416
Provides the formal education hours required for Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates working in center-based infant and toddler, center-based preschool, or family home child care programs. Instruction focuses on CDA Competency Goals and prepares students for the National CDA assessment and credential.
ECED 148|Child Development Associate
1–11 Credits
Formerly ECE 1417
Provides the formal education hours required for Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates working in center-based infant and toddler, center-based preschool, or family home child care programs. Instruction focuses on CDA Competency Goals and prepares students for the National CDA assessment and credential.
ECED 149|Child Development Associate
1–11 Credits
Formerly ECE 1418
Provides the formal education hours required for Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates working in center-based infant and toddler, center-based preschool, or family home child care programs. Instruction focuses on CDA Competency Goals and prepares students for the National CDA assessment and credential.
ECED 151|Supervised Practicum
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 151
Designed to be taken just before completion of an Early Childhood Education certificate or degree, this class must be taken in conjunction with ECED 152. In class, theory is combined with practical experience in an ECE setting. Emphasis is on improving teaching skills through self-evaluation.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in ECED 152.
ECED 152|Supervised Practicum Lab
1–6 Credits
Formerly ECE 1511
Designed to be taken just before completion of an Early Childhood Education certificate or degree, this class must be taken in conjunction with ECED 151. The student is required to spend 33 hours working in an early childhood setting to complete class assignments.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in ECED 151.
ECED 153|Child Development Associate
1–11 Credits
Formerly ECE 1419
Provides the formal education hours required for Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates working in center-based infant and toddler, center-based preschool, or family home child care programs. Instruction focuses on CDA Competency Goals and prepares students for the National CDA assessment and credential.
ECED&160|Curriculum Development
5 Credits
Formerly ECE 202
Students will investigate learning theory, program planning, tools and methods for curriculum development promoting language, fine/gross motor, social-emotional, cognitive and creative skills and growth in children birth through age 8 utilizing developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive practice.
ECED&170|Environments for Young Children
3 Credits
This class focuses on the adult's role in designing, evaluating, and improving indoor and outdoor environments that ensure quality learning, nurturing experiences, and optimize the development of young children.
ECED&180|Language & Literacy Development
3 Credits
This course examines teaching strategies for language acquisition and literacy skill development examined at each developmental stage (birth-age 8) through the four interrelated areas of speaking, listening, writing, and reading.
ECED&190|Observation/Assessment
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 121
Students will collect and record observation 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.
ECED 201|Multicultural Education
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 201
Explores the theory and practice of implementing a culturally responsible early childhood program.
ECED 216|Advanced Special Topics
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 216
An opportunity to participate in advanced classes dealing with special topics that relate to early childhood education but are not covered in depth in the existing curriculum.
ECED 217|Advanced Seminar
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 217
Provides an opportunity to participate in an advanced short-term learning experience relating to early childhood education.
ECED 218|Advanced Skills Training
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 218
Provides an opportunity to participate in an advanced short-term skills training relating to early childhood education.
ECED 219|Advanced Workshop
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 219
An opportunity to participate in an advanced workshop class relating to early childhood education.
ECED 221|Strategies for Teaching Special Needs
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 221
An introduction to teaching methods that can be used with children who have special needs in an inclusive early care & education setting.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: EDUC& 203.
ECED 222|Sign Language Level 1
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 222
An introduction to sign language using either the Signing Exact English (SEE) or American Sign Language (ASL) method. This course provides an opportunity for students to gain a better understanding of sign language, its application, and to build a basic signing vocabulary.
ECED 223|Sign Language Level 2
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 223
The level two sign language course broadens a student's knowledge of either Signing Exact English (SEE) or American Sign Language (ASL) and builds fluency and communication skills.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: ECED 222 or instructor permission.
ECED 224|Sign Language Level 3
3 Credits
Formerly ECE 224
Level three sign language broadens a student's knowledge of either Signing Exact English (SEE), or American Sign Language ASL, extending communication fluency and skills learned in the Level 1 or Level 2 sign language classes.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: ECED 223 or instructor permission.
ECED 251|Advanced Supervised Practicum
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 251
Designed to be taken just before completion of an Early Childhood Education certificate or degree, this class combines the Early Childhood Education content learned in previous classes with practical application for students who need further experience. Emphasis is on improving personal teaching skills while gaining on-the-job experience working with professionals in an early learning setting.
ECED 252|Advanced Supervised Practicum Lab
1 Credit
Formerly ECE 2511
Designed to be taken just before completion of an Early Childhood Education certificate or degree, this class combines the Early Childhood Education content learned in previous classes with practical application for students who need further experience. Emphasis is on improving personal teaching skills while gaining on-the-job experience working with professionals in an early learning setting.
ECED 280|Special Studies Lab
1–3 Credits
Formerly ECE 2891
Designed to incorporate into the curriculum special learning opportunities in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 281|Special Studies Lab
1–15 Credits
Formerly ECE 2892
Designed to incorporate into the curriculum special learning opportunities in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 282|Special Studies Lab
1–15 Credits
Formerly ECE 2893
Designed to incorporate into the curriculum special learning opportunities in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 283|Special Studies Lab
1–15 Credits
Formerly ECE 2894
Designed to incorporate into the curriculum special learning opportunities in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 284|Special Studies Lab
1–15 Credits
Formerly ECE 2895
Designed to incorporate into the curriculum special learning opportunities in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 285|Special Studies Lab
1–15 Credits
Formerly ECE 2896
Designed to incorporate into the curriculum special learning opportunities in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 286|Special Studies Lab
1–15 Credits
Formerly ECE 2897
Designed to incorporate into the curriculum special learning opportunities in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 287|Special Studies Lab
1–15 Credits
Formerly ECE 2898
Designed to incorporate into the curriculum special learning opportunities in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 288|Special Studies Lab
1–15 Credits
Formerly ECE 2899
Designed to incorporate into the curriculum special learning opportunities in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 289|Special Studies
1–15 Credits
Formerly ECE 289
Designed to incorporate into the curriculum special learning opportunities in the field of early childhood education.
ECED 300|Social Studies for Teachers
5 Credits
An overview of the main concepts in social studies for early childhood teachers including topics in history, civics, geography, economics, and global issues.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC.
ECED 301|Inquiry Based Science for Teachers
3 Credits
An overview of the main concepts in natural science for early childhood teachers including topics in earth/space science, life science, physical science, and engineering design. Lab included.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC.
ECED 307|Health and Physical Education Learning Standards
2 Credits
This course will prepare students to plan for comprehensive health and fitness education in early learning programs serving children birth to grade three who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse and their families, including the dimension of wellness such as physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC.
ECED 325|Advanced Math Methods
3 Credits
Student will develop a deep understanding of the development of spatial and mathematical learning across all strands: number & operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, and data analysis & probability. There will be an emphasis on the content included in the state early learning guidelines and standards for children birth through grade three and their families who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC.
ECED 340|Assessment and Evaluation
5 Credits
This course will prepare student to select, administer, score, and interpret formal assessment tools. Evaluate students for placement into special education programs. Develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs), and 504 plans for children birth to third grade who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse and their families.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC.
ECED 365|Observations, Documentation, and Monitoring
3 Credits
Students will develop skills and strategies for observing, documenting and monitoring children birth to grade three who are culturally, linguistically and ability diverse and their families. Strategies for tracking progress toward meeting Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) goals will also be addressed.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC.
ECED 370|Adaptations, Modifications, and Planning
5 Credits
Students will use evidence based strategies to adapt and modify curriculum and environments for individual children birth to grade three who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse and their families. Create lesson plans for children based on Individual Education Plans (IEP), Individual Family Services Plans (IFSP) goals, and 504 plans.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC.
ECED 385|Advanced Language and Literacy Methods
3 Credits
Students will be able to refine teaching strategies for language acquisition and literacy skill development for children who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse at each developmental stage birth through grade three, through the four interrelated areas of speaking, listening, writing, and reading. There will be an emphasis on strategies for teaching reading and how to support each stage of literacy development across genres and purposes. Strategies for supporting families as they assist their children in learning language and literacy will also be addressed.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC.
ECED 395|Equity and Social Justice
3 Credits
Students will develop skills needed to effectively collaborate with others including school personnel, community agency personnel, and families to support children birth to third grade who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse and their families. Supervision of assistants and paraprofessionals will also be addressed.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC.
ECED 479|Fall Student Teaching
15 Credits
Students will gain experience working in an education setting with children birth through grade three who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse and their families under the supervision of a certificated teacher with an emphasis on building relationships and guiding behavior.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC, ECED& 105, department permission, criminal background check required.
ECED 489|Winter Student Teaching
15 Credits
Students will demonstrate effective teaching practice and experience working in an education setting with children birth through grade three who are culturally, linguistically, (including English language learners), and ability diverse and their families under the supervision of a certified teacher, with an emphasis on pedagogy in accordance with instructional frameworks in Washington state. Apply the use of technology for technology for assessment, instruction, and family engagement.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC, ECED& 105, department permission, criminal background check required.
ECED 499|Spring Student Teaching
15 Credits
Students will gain experience working in an education setting, with children birth through grade three who are culturally, linguistically (including English language learners), and ability diverse and their families under the supervision of a certificated teacher, with an emphasis on using data to improve practices. Apply the use of technology for technology for assessment, instruction, and family engagement.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Admission into the BASTE program at CBC, ECED& 105, department permission, criminal background check required.