Early Childhood Academy

EDU-3119

Course Description:

This course introduces the foundations of culturally responsive, equitable, and inclusive early childhood education; planning intentional developmentally appropriate experiences, learning activities, teaching strategies for indoor and outdoor environments for all young children, guidance techniques, and professionalism. Topics include theoretical foundations, national early learning standards, NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development, state regulations, program types, career options, professionalism, ethical conduct, quality inclusive environments, guidance techniques, and curriculum responsive to the needs of each child/family. Upon completion, students should be able to implement developmentally appropriate environments, guidance techniques, schedules, and teaching strategies across developmental domains to support culturally, linguistically, and ability-diverse children and their families in inclusive settings and design a personal career/professional development plan.

Schedule:

Date: July 14 - July 25, 2025

Class Days: Monday through Friday

Class Times: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm (Two days will be extended until 5:30 pm)

Total Hours: 64 Hours

Register Here:

https://mcdowelltechconed.com/registration.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Students registering can apply for all the scholarships using the link below. Scholarships will be awarded based on financial need. Scholarship funds are limited, and not everyone will be approved.