CHILD140 — Child, Family & Community
3.0 HR. (TC) Prerequisite: Approved reading placement score. This course focuses on the diverse needs of the child within the context of family, school and community. Students will examine the interplay of diverse cultures, lifestyles, abilities, language and communication with the role of the early childhood environment and other community institutions. Students will gain an understanding of their professional role in supporting evidence-based practices that strengthen respectful, collaborative family/child partnerships through effective use of community and family resources. Successful completion of this course applies toward Gateways ECE Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 Credentials. Three lecture hours per week.