The Early Childhood Education Program (ECED) at Yakima Valley Community College believes that the needs of young children are best met by teachers and caregivers who are trained with a blend of classroom theory, interactive learning communities, and skill standards-based laboratory experiences, assignments, and projects.
Students learn through the course content and methods of study how critical the first five years of life are for child development. Learning activities for the child must be developmentally appropriate for the age and stage of development, while meeting the needs of the whole child physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. The child must be guided in developing independence, self-control, cooperation, and positive self-concept in a safe, healthy, multicultural learning environment where staff and family members play a critical role in the learning process.
Upon completion of the program, the student will have demonstrated competency in the skill standards for early childhood professions and should be prepared for entry-level employment in the area for which the certificate or degree has been earned.
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