Early Childhood Development

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Course Description:

The Early Childhood Develop (ECD) course prepares students for employment in childcare programs. The course includes instruction in child growth and development; child health, nutrition, and safety; planning and supervision of developmentally appropriate play and learning activities; child guidance; and applicable legal requirements; and preparation for the development of effective early childhood programs and facilities. The MACTC-ECD operates Bright Beginnings Preschool, a licensed preschool, where our students acquire hands-on experience. Second year students' work on the requirements for a Child Development Associate (CDA) certification while completing an internship with a preschool in our local community.

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Early Childhood Development

Student Quotes:

"I loved being a part of the preschool and learning new ways of teaching children. It really opened my eyes to the difficulties of being a teacher, but also showed me how amazing the rewards are."
- Early Childhood Development student, 2008-09

"What I liked most about this class is being able to work with actual children in the preschool."
- Early Childhood Development student, 2007-08

Early Childhood
Development

Learn about the growth and development of children ages 0 - 6 years and find out how they learn best. Then, put to use what you have learned in our certified
pre-school run right at the Career Tech Center!

Articulated college credit is available through Baker College, Ferris State University, andMuskegon Community College.

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Early Childhood Development advisory committee