ED 222 - Practicum II - Early Childhood

Credit Hour(s): 3
Contact Hours: (2, 2)

This advanced pre-service teaching experience builds on the competencies developed in ED 221. ED 222 is designed to provide the student with opportunities to apply skills in a quality, diverse early childhood environment serving young children. Emphasis is on the roles and responsibilities of the professional service provider; the assessment of teaching concepts and skills; as well as employment. Students will attend weekly class seminars for instruction on networking, job skills, resume writing, NYS requirements and how to complete mandatory workshops. Prior to enrollment, students will need to have a TB test (and chest x-ray if necessary), proof of current Red Cross CPR certification, and fingerprinting clearance per site requirement. Prerequisite(s): ED 100, ED 101, ED 200, ED 205 and ED 221 with a C or higher