Early Childhood Education (ECE)
ECE 1008 | The Assessment Process in Early Childhood Education
Lecture Credit: 1
Focuses on exposing students to a wide variety of screening tools and evaluations appropriate for children birth to eight years of age. Enables students to gain beginning knowledge in the selection of developmental screening tools and evaluations important to the IFSP/IEP.
ECE 1011 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Lecture Credit: 3
Provides an introduction to the profession of Early Childhood Education (ECE). Course content includes eight key areas of professional knowledge related to working with young children and their families in early care and education settings: child growth and development; health, nutrition and safety; developmentally appropriate practices; guidance; family and community relationships; diversity and inclusion; professionalism; and administration and supervision. This course addresses children ages birth through 8 years.
Note: Some sections of this course serve as a First Year Experience (FYE) designed for new students at CCD and will examine careers, career cultures, and the academic tools and techniques necessary for success in college classes.
ECE 1031 | Guidance Strategies for Young Children
Lecture Credit: 3
Explores guidance theories, applications, goals, and techniques, as well as factors that influence behavioral expectations of children. This course includes classroom management and pro-social skills development of young children in early childhood (EC) program settings. This course addresses children ages birth through 8 years.
ECE 1045 | Introduction to Early Childhood Education Techniques
Lecture/Lab Credit: 3
Focuses on a classroom seminar and placement in a child care setting. The supervised placement provides the student with the opportunity to observe children, to practice appropriate interactions, and to develop effective guidance and management techniques. Addresses ages birth through age 8.
Corequisite: ECE 1011
Note: A background check will be required for this course.
ECE 1088 | Practicum: Early Childhood Education
Practicum Credit: 0-12
Provides students with field experience in early childhood programs.
Prerequisite: ENG 0092 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent English & writing assessment score placements.
Note: A background check will be required for this course.
ECE 1111 | Infant and Toddler Theory and Practice
Lecture Credit: 3
Presents an overview of theories, applications (including observations), and issues pertinent to infant and toddler development in group and/or family settings. Includes state requirements for licensing, health, safety and nutrition. Focuses on birth through age three.
ECE 1125 | Introduction to Infant/Toddler Lab Techniques
Lecture Credit: 3
Includes a classroom seminar and placement in an infant and\or toddler setting. The supervised placement provides the student with the opportunity to observe, to practice appropriate interactions and to develop effective guidance and nurturing techniques with infants and\or toddlers. Addresses ages prenatal through age 2.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
ECE 2051 | Nutrition, Health and Safety
Lecture Credit: 3
Focuses on nutrition, health, and safety as key factors for optimal growth and development of young children. This course includes nutrition knowledge, menu planning, food program participation, health practices, management and safety, appropriate activities, and communication with families for early childhood educators. This course addresses children ages birth through 12 years.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
ECE 2061 | Observing and Utilizing Young Children's Assessment Instruments
Lecture Credit: 1
Examines the current research on the continuous practice of observing children. Incorporates practice with a variety of assessment instruments currently utilized in Colorado ECE programs.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
ECE 2075 | Special Topics
Explores current topics, issues and activities related to one or more aspects of the early childhood care and education profession.
Prerequisite: This course may require prerequisites or permission of instructor
Note: Special topics courses range from 0-12 credits and vary in learning type. Please see your program chair for more information about your options.
ECE 2088 | Practicum: Early Childhood Education
Practicum Credit: 3
Provides students with advanced field experience opportunities in early childhood education programs.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
Note: This class will be offered in the spring semester only.
ECE 2101 | Working with Parents, Families, and Community Systems
Lecture Credit: 3
Examines personal attitudes regarding families, family values systems, and how personal attitudes affect parent-professional partnerships in the early childhood education program. This course covers communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution strategies. Effective activities and resources to support family involvement in the classroom will be created. This course addresses children ages birth through 8 years.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
ECE 2365 | Child Growth/Development Laboratory
Lab Credit: 1
Covers the growth and development of the child from conception through the elementary school years. Emphasizes physical, cognitive, language, social and emotional domains and the concept of the whole child and how adults can provide a supportive environment. Addresses ages from prenatal through age 12.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
Corequisite: ECE 2381
ECE 2381 | ECE Child Growth and Development
Lecture Credit: 3
Covers the growth and development of the child from conception through the elementary school years. This course emphasizes physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional domains of development as they pertain to the concept of the whole child. It also includes ways adults can provide a supportive early childhood care and educational environment through teamwork and collaboration.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
Corequisite: ECE 2365
Note: This course has an early childhood laboratory component.
ECE 2401 | Administration of Early Childhood Care and Education Programs
Lecture Credit: 3
Provides foundational knowledge in early childhood program business operations, program development, and evaluation. This course covers administrative skills, ethical decision making, risk and resource management, and components of quality Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs serving children ages birth through 12 years.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
ECE 2411 | Administration:Human Relations for Early Childhood Education
Lecture Credit: 3
Focuses on the human relations component of an early childhood professional’s responsibilities. This course includes director-staff relationships, staff development, leadership strategies, family-professional partnerships, and community interaction.
ECE 2601 | The Exceptional Child
Lecture Credit: 3
Presents an overview of critical elements related to educating young children with disabilities or special needs in the early childhood setting. Topics include: typical and atypical development; legal requirements; research-based practices related to inclusion; teaming and collaboration; and accommodations and adaptations. This course examines how a disability or special need may impact a young child’s learning process. This course addresses children ages birth through 8 years.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
ECE 2621 | ECE Curriculum Development: Methods and Techniques
Lecture Credit: 3
Provides an overview of early childhood curriculum development. This course includes processes for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate environments, materials, and experiences that represent best practices in early childhood (EC) program settings. This course addresses children ages birth through 8 years.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
ECE 2641 | Creativity and the Young Child
Lecture Credit: 3
Provides an emphasis on encouraging and supporting creative self expression and problem solving skills in children. Explores creative learning theories and research. Focuses on developmentally appropriate curriculum strategies in all developmental domains. Addresses ages birth through age 8.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
ECE 2651 | Language and Literacy
Lecture Credit: 3
Presents strategies for optimum language development, literacy, social and emotional development. Supports children's language and literacy in home, classroom, and community settings. Provides appropriate teacher/child verbal interactions, classroom environments, and activities. Addresses ages birth through age 8.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated college readiness in English (CCD.edu/CollegeReady) or ECE 1011 or ECE 1031 with a grade of C or better
