Academic Catalogs

CDE A201: Early Childhood Practicum - Field Experience

Course Outline of Record
Item Value
Top Code 130540 - Preshool Age Children
Units 3.5 Total Units 
Hours 117 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 36; Other Hours 81)
Total Outside of Class Hours 0
Course Credit Status Credit: Degree Applicable (D)
Material Fee No
Basic Skills Not Basic Skills (N)
Repeatable No
Grading Policy Standard Letter (S)

Course Description

Practical experiences in childcare programs that focus on the individualized curriculum that addresses all areas of development, routines, and the role of the teacher. Course also covers observation and evaluation of children in play situations, the development of indoor and outdoor environments, positive guidance and staff relationships. Participation in this course has the following requirements: Proof of measles, pertussis, and flu vaccinations, negative TB test results within the last year, and fingerprint clearance through Community Care Licensing. Directions and paperwork for fingerprint clearance will be emailed to the student upon enrollment. Formerly known as EC A201. PREREQUISITE: CDE A156 or EC A156; CDE A165 or EC A165; CDE A200 or EC A200. Transfer Credit: CSU. C-ID: ECE 210.C-ID: ECE 210.


Method(s) of Instruction

  • Lecture (02)
  • DE Live Online Lecture (02S)
  • DE Online Lecture (02X)
  • Field Experience (90)