PROFESSIONALISM

Catalog description

Students gain knowledge in professional preparation for career development by learning how to create a professional portfolio for early childhood career development applications, develop a deeper knowledge and understanding of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct for working with children, families, other professionals, and the community. Students will explore career options in the field of Early Childhood. Students will also learn more about professionalism, what it means, implications for early childhood education, and explore advocacy opportunities. Students will present their completed Professional Portfolio at the end of the semester and before graduation from the program. Students must pass this course with a 2.0.