This course is the first of two practicum experiences offered in the Early Learning and Childcare Diploma program. Students will demonstrate skills in responsive positive child/family and community interactions, curriculum development and program planning, documentation of the children’s learning, evaluation of themselves and their program. Particular attention will be given to demonstration of skills in program planning and documentation using theories and concepts outlined in Flight: Alberta’s early learning and child care framework. Students will demonstrate and evaluate their skills through documentation, discussion, reflective journaling and practicum assignments. Students are placed and/or employed in licensed childcare or school settings. Supervision is provided by a Practicum Instructor and from CDS certified staff in the students’ placement. Students must be registered in ELCD 291: Practicum Seminar III while completing practicum.
Prerequisites: ELCD 242: Program Planning, Completion of 9 credits in the ELCD program, and approval from the ELCD department.
200 Hours/4 Credits