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Course Description

This course will explore best practices in the field of early childhood education. Emphasis will be placed on fostering development of the whole child through developmentally appropriate practices. Other issues pertinent to the education of young children will be addressed including: family partnerships, diversity, relationships, brain development, and current trends in early childhood education. Additional Information Required by State Regulations Students who complete both EDUC103 and EDUC104 are eligible for the 90-hour Preschool Certificate required by the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care. **CHILD CARE CREDENTIALING INFORMATION: This course includes 45 hours in core of knowledge training including 3 hours in child Development: Introduction to Observation and Assessment of Children; 3 hours of Curriculum: Resources that Guide Daily Planning; 3 hours in Curriculum: Developmentally Appropriate Practice (including children with special needs); 3 hours in Curriculum: Taking Learning Outside; 15 additional hours in Curriculum; 3 hours in Special Needs: Supporting Children with Disabilities, Delays, or Special Health Care Needs; 3 hours in Professionalism: Environmental Rating Scales; 3 hours in Professionalism: The Child Care Provider as Professional; 3 additional hours in Professionalism; 3 hours in Community: Anti-bias/Cultural Competence; and 3 hours in Community: Family & Community Partnerships. **CHILD CARE CREDENTIALING INFORMATION: This course includes 45 hours in core of knowledge training including 3 hours in child Development: Introduction to Observation and Assessment of Children; 3 hours of Curriculum: Resources that Guide Daily Planning; 3 hours in Curriculum: Developmentally Appropriate Practice (including children with special needs); 3 hours in Curriculum: Taking Learning Outside; 18 hours in additional core of knowledge training in Curriculum; 3 hours in Special Needs: Supporting Children with Disabilities, Delays, or Special Health Care Needs; 3 hours in Professionalism: Environmental Rating Scales; 3 hours in Professionalism: The Child Care Provider as Professional; and 3 hours in additional core of knowledge training in Professionalism. This is a 45-clock hour course that, when taken in combination with The Young Child, meets the requirements for the 90-hour Preschool Certificate for lead teachers.
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Section Title
Mtls & Crrc Early Childhood
Type
Lecture
Days
M, W
Time
9:35AM to 10:55AM
Dates
Jan 26, 2026 to May 13, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
48.0
Map of Campus
Delivery Options
Day (before 5:00 p.m.)  
Course Fee(s)
Course Cost non-credit $399.00
Service charge(s)
Instructors

Section Notes

Tuition: $299 / Fee $100

Fallston Hall Room 101

Textbook Required

Section Title
Mtls & Crrc Early Childhood
Type
Lecture
Dates
Mar 30, 2026 to May 16, 2026
Delivery Options
Online (Variable Meetings)  
Course Fee(s)
Service charge(s)
Instructors

Section Notes

Tuition: $299

Fee: $100

Textbook Required

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