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Course Code: 8285

Grade Level: 11, 12

Duration: 36 weeks / 280 hours

Recommended prerequisite(s): Introduction to Early Childhood, Education, and Services 8234/8233

Course Description:

Students prepare to be primary providers of home-, family-, or institution-based childcare services by focusing on the planning, organizing, and conducting of meaningful play and learning activities; child monitoring and supervision; recordkeeping and referral procedures; and work-based learning experiences in on-site labs, local daycare centers, elementary schools, and other institutions under the supervision of the instructor. Students also prepare for continuing education leading to careers in early childhood fields (e.g., medical, social services, education).

The Virginia Administrative Code regulates the class size for this course. For additional information, see 8VAC20-120-150 (Links to an external site.), "Maximum class size," or contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education at cte@doe.virginia.gov.