CHILD240 — Child Development Practicum I
3.0 HR. (OC) Prerequisite: Department approval. This course deals with the practical application of evidence-based practices based on early childhood education principles and theories. Students work with diverse young children and families in high-quality, culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse early childhood settings under the supervision of a cooperating teacher/site supervisor as well as a college course work supervisor. Student will spend ninety hours of field experience in an assigned early childhood setting, requiring a current background check through ICC. Successful completion of this course applies toward Gateways ECE Level 4 Credential. One lecture hours and six laboratory hours per week.