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Philosophy of Early Childhood and Education Required-Minimum Grade: 60% In this course, students will study the foundations of early childhood care and education. They will explore the historical perspective of the field as well as the theorists and philosophers who have contributed to our understanding of growth and development of young children. Hours: 45 Course Code: ECCE-1000 Child Growth and Development 1: Conception to 2 Years Required-Minimum Grade: 60% Key areas of study including biological and environmental factors influencing growth and development will be examined in this course. Current research on brain development as well as milestones in all developmental areas will also be explored. Emphasis is placed on the importance of nurturing and touch in this stage of development as students explore how caring for an infants physical needs impacts on his/her development. In addition, students will practice observing and recording behaviour and development. Hours: 60 Course Code: ECCE-1005 Interpersonal Communications Required-Minimum Grade 60% In this course, students will study verbal and non-verbal communications with a focus on the work of Dr. William Glasser including Choice Theory as they attempt to understand themselves and others. Students will have the opportunity to explore behaviour, motivation, responsibility and accountability. Hours: 45 hours Course Code: ECCE-1010 Child Growth and Development 2: 2 to 6 Years Required-Minimum Grade 60% In this course, students will explore the environmental factors and their effects on a child's development from ages 2 to 6 years. Students will explore the milestones in all developmental areas as well as the theorists who have contributed to our understanding of these areas. Focus will be placed on language, motor development, children's sexuality, and nutrition. Students practice observing, recording and analyzing behaviour and development Hours: 60 Course Code: ECCE-1015 Child Guidance 1: The People, The Place, and The Practice Required-Minimum 60%