EDEC 530 - Advocating for Early Intervention of Young Children and their Families

(3 units)

Prerequisites: Admitted to the Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education program, EDEC 521, or instructor consent, or applying to PK-3 Early Childhood Education Specialist Instruction Credential program. Students applying for admission to the PK-3 Early Childhood Education Specialist Instruction Credential program must have CTC Clearance and proof of a negative TB test by the second week of the semester to begin clinical practice hours in this course.
Introduces early childhood educators to identification and early interventions for children with special needs and the importance of family in the process. Identifies teachers’ professional role in responding to challenging or adverse childhood experiences, such as trauma, homelessness, etc.

Letter grade only (A-F). Students complete 20 hours of clinical practice. Course fees may be required. Not repeatable for credit. Double Numbered with: Double numbered with EDEC 430.