EDEC 420 - Practicum in Child Development Settings

Credits: (6)

Prerequisites: Early Childhood Special Education major, EDEC 410, and 2.5 GPA or higher.
A clinical practicum providing experience and opportunity for application of skills working with young children in various settings (e.g. after school programs, children’s museum, etc.) under direct supervision of qualified child development-focused professionals for a minimum of 20 hours a week throughout the semester. Students begin shadowing professionals in their positions, and work toward assuming more responsibilities of the work settings. Weekly seminars focus on whole children development, work ethics, and professionalism.

Note(s): Applied Learning designated course.