Read the full description of this program in the Tri Star Catalog (scroll to page 16).

Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE) students study children of various ages and abilities, how  they learn, and how to plan appropriate activities.  Students may pursue a two or four – year college degree upon completion of ECDE (or enter the workforce).  Students have the opportunity to observe/work at various job sites to gain practical experience in teaching young children. Students work to develop these skill areas:

• Develop and write lesson plans and learning objectives
• Develop and make learning games and toys
• Develop guidance and discipline techniques
• Develop observation and assessment skills
• Encourage play, exploration, and learning
• Provide a safe and healthy environment
• Utilize Ohio Early Learning Content Standards
• Promote physical, intellectual, and social emotional development appropriate to developmental stages
• Identify signs of possible developmental delays
• Attend to infants’ physical needs (e.g., diapering, bathing, feeding, and dressing)
• Learn the rules and regulations for compliance and licensing and the business operation of a day care center
• Provide inclusion for children with special needs
• Develop relationship with families
• Learn employability skills

Qualifying seniors may participate in early placement the last nine weeks of the school year.

This class is offered at the Franklin Building, Montezuma.