ECE252

This course provides students with the opportunity to apply evidence-based practices based on early childhood education principles and theories, focused on young children ages 3 - 5. Students work with diverse young children and families in high-quality, culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse early childhood settings under the supervision of a site supervisor and a college course work supervisor. 10-12 hours of classroom work with preschool-age children will be required each week for a total of 150 hours. Note: Students taking this course must be enrolled in the Early Childhood Education A.A.S. Current Illinois State Police criminal background check required along with current medical documentation.