You will gain knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:

• Physical, cognitive, language, social, emotional development of children and adolescents
• The importance of play, and the role of play in development
• Role of family, society and culture in development
• Family dynamics and interactions
• Special needs of children and families
• Children’s literature
• Quality standards of programs for children
• Professional obligations, responsibilities, and ethical standards
• Business aspects of early childhood programs
• Developmentally appropriate practices
• Positive communication and relationships in adult-child orientations
• Observation, record keeping and assessment of self, children and families
• Management of safe, healthy, learning environments
• Problem solving, teamwork