Infants-Toddlers-EI 1 is the first of two clinically-based modules emphasizing specialized knowledge and skills for working with children from birth to age three in early intervention (EI) and EHS (Early Head Start) settings. This course explore current knowledge and research findings about high-quality, developmentally appropriate early childhood care and education in the context of programs for infants and toddlers (including those with special needs) and their families and is designed to prepare future teachers to fill the role of an effective early interventionist and infant/toddler specialist.
Prerequisites: TLSC 210, TLSC 221, and TLSC 222 (Minimum of "C" grade); Co-requisite: 251, 252, 253; Restricted to ECSE-BSED.
Outcomes: As a result of this experience (which includes components related to assessment, intervention, work with families, and infant/toddler development), students will demonstrate proficiency at designing safe, supportive environments of nurturing care for infants and toddlers (including those with special needs) and their families by applying the principles of developmentally appropriate practice in curriculum design/delivery, assessment, and intervention.
Prerequisites: TLSC 210, TLSC 221, and TLSC 222 (Minimum of "C" grade); Co-requisite: 251, 252, 253; Restricted to ECSE-BSED.
Outcomes: As a result of this experience (which includes components related to assessment, intervention, work with families, and infant/toddler development), students will demonstrate proficiency at designing safe, supportive environments of nurturing care for infants and toddlers (including those with special needs) and their families by applying the principles of developmentally appropriate practice in curriculum design/delivery, assessment, and intervention.