EDUC& 136 - School Age Care

3 credits

Students will develop skills to provide developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant activities and care, specifically: preparing the environment, implementing curriculum, building relationships, guiding academic/social skill development, and community outreach.

Theory Hours
3 theory hours.

Vocational Program Course
Vocational program course.

AA General Elective
May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Course Outcomes

Describe the physical, cognitive, social and emotional stages of children ages 5-12
Develop a plan to create reciprocal and culturally sensitive relationships with children and families
Analyze the effectiveness of an environment and recommend changes that are culturally retentive, developmentally appropriate, and conducive to positive social interactions
Identify guidance strategies that promote cognitive and social growth in the context of school age care environment
Describe state and local school age care regulations and procedures related to group size, health, nutrition and safety
Describe strategies supporting curriculum that is developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive
Identify community resources supporting school age care/youth development program personnel