Infant and Toddler Curriculum

This course is an introduction to the practice of caring for infants and toddlers in a group care setting. Students will become familiar with child development, the role of caregivers, developmentally-appropriate curriculum and materials associated with the care of infants and toddlers. Students will explore the importance of developing positive relationships with culturally diverse parents and communities. The course will involve students in observations, group discussions and projects, material-making, and reviewing infant and toddler policies and practices. Field work requirement is 12 hours of observations. Prerequisite: ENG 101 (This course meets one of the required components of the New Jersey Infant/Toddler Credential.)