ECED 4890 - Internship in Early Childhood

Credits: (1-6)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $50.00
Course Fee Purpose: This course fee will be used to provide coaching support for field experiences associated with this course.
Description: Provides academic credit for on-the-job learning experience as a bridge to becoming a professional in the early childhood field. Ethical conduct related to working with children and families will be studied. Professional activities will include goal setting, strategies, and documentation of progress are included in a final Professional Development Integrated Statement. Students arrange their own field placement in a professional setting with the help of the instructor. 120 field experience hours are required for 3 credits (40 hours/credit). Prior consent of the faculty instructor is required. A background check will be required for work in most early childhood settings. 3-credits are required for Early Childhood BS majors.
Pre-requisite(s): For Early Childhood BS majors: ECED 4710 and ECED 4720, or consent of faculty supervisor.