Early Childhood Development

Catalog description

This course surveys children's physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development from birth through age 8. In order to provide developmentally appropriate and high-quality care, you will examine topics including stages of attachment, milestones in developmental domains, factors that can influence early development, and developmentally appropriate intervention strategies. Using your understanding of how young children develop, you will discuss issues in early childhood care, safety, and health concerns, including early trauma, guidance techniques, and behavioral expectations.