ELECTIVES: HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES PATHWAY Child Development 1
12x12 Course Numbers: School-based - 1074 | Hybrid - 1077 | Online - 5074 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1 Type: Trimester; Elective Prerequisite: None – First Aid/CPR course recommended Fee: No fee for basic projects, additional projects may incur a project fee. Post-Secondary Connection: Students in grades 10, 11 and 12 may earn articulated college credits by completing BOTH Child Development 1 and 2 with a grade of A- or higher. See Articulations chart below. This course will give students the chance to explore the developmental areas of children from ages birth to 3. This course is designed to give students the skills necessary for effectively caring for, working with, and/or parenting children. Students will learn about the physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of children, birth to preschool. In addition, students will explore how play, technology, and specific environments impact development. This is a great course for students interested in careers in teaching, social work, psychology, pediatrics, early childhood education, parenting education and human services.
Child Development 2
12x12 Course Numbers: School-based - 1075 | Hybrid - 1078 | Online - 5075 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1 Type: Trimester; Elective Prerequisite: Child Development 1 Post-Secondary Connection: Students in grades 10, 11 and 12 may earn articulated college credits by completing BOTH Child Development 1 and 2 with a grade of A- or higher. See Articulations chart below.
Teacher Education I: Exploring the Teaching Profession
12x12
Course Numbers: 1080/1081/1082 Grades: 11, 12 Credits: 3 elective credits, includes 2 college credits through University of Minnesota Type: Full Year; Elective Post-Secondary Connection: College in the Schools, two UMN semester credits College in the Schools (CIS) The course is designed to give students an entry point into pursuing a career in education by providing both content knowledge and field experiences. Students explore the self as a teacher, the culture of teaching, student learning, and the sociocultural and political influences on teaching and learning. Students will consider the role of equity in working with diverse students and develop reflective practices. In addition, students in the course will participate in discussions, write reflective papers, and engage in small-group activities. Throughout the year, students will work with students as an intern in a local elementary, middle, or high school classroom, under the supervision of a mentor teacher. **This course is the first in a sequence of two year-long courses offered by the University of Minnesota. While this course is open to any junior or senior, it is highly recommended to take this course as a junior so that you can take the second class as a senior. Note, Spanish Immersion Students - If you are looking for a Spanish speaking opportunity, please contact your counselor to sign up for Teacher Education, we are looking for students to work with students at Woodcrest Spanish Immersion.
This course gives students the chance to explore the developmental areas of children from ages 4 to 12. Students will learn about the physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of preschool and elementary students. In addition, students will explore how play, technology, and specific environments impact child development. Students will have the opportunity to develop and teach preschool where they engage with kids and apply what they have learned about child development. In addition, they will conduct outside observations in school settings. This is a great course for students interested in careers in teaching, social work, psychology, pediatrics, early childhood education, parenting education and human services. Colleges Hennepin Technical College
College Courses Articulated College Credit CDEV 1500 – Child Growth & Development
3 credits of 3 total credits (45 hrs. class + 3-4 hrs./wk. for class work)
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