ECD 209 - Introduction to Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health

Institution:

Community College of Allegheny County

Subject:

Early Education Child Development

Description:

This course introduces the growing field of infant and early childhood mental health (I/ECMH). It provides an in-depth examination of the theories, practices and structures which specifically support the positive social and emotional development of young children, from birth to age eight. Integrating theory into interactions with young children and their families to promote healthy relationships is a focus of the course. Ethical considerations and career opportunities are also discussed. Students must have three current clearances: FBI Fingerprint Clearance, a Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance, and a Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse History Clearance and meet the local requirements of the field placement site, including the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Verification Clearance. A weekly field observation in infant/toddler and/or early childhood programs is required, based on the student's course of study.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

ECD 103 or permission of instructor

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ccac.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 323-2323

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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