B.S. in Early Childhood Education (Nonlicensure)

Investigation of the role of business in society, the human side of business, the functions of business, and the accounting/reporting processes of business.

Exploration of principles and activities in the commercial enterprise including topics such as product, price, promotion, place/channel, competition, company, and communication.

Examines the current and emerging legal principles that impact business transactions, topics include contracts, business organizations and structure, sale of goods, commercial paper, personal and real estate property, intellectual property and international business law.

Introduction to the principles and procedures of competent interpersonal communication in the context of ethnicity and culture. Attention is given to people as bearers of culture and to the application of theory and research to real-life communication situations.

Management language, concepts, models, and basic principles of management. Explore interrelated functions (planning, controlling, organizing, leading) of the management process.

Study of the nature of ethical leadership through a consideration of the ethical foundations of leadership principles evident in the lives of great leaders. Attention to how the leader‘s values and beliefs affect decision-making along with the key factors involved in ethical decision-making. Students assess and apply the concepts of organizational and social responsibility by looking at real world problems. Cross-listed with LDST 330.

Emphasis on environments, which nurture the development of socially competent young children. Cultivating pro-social behavior and development expectations for very young children.

Examines good nutrition, safety, and healthful practices for young children; provides students with the knowledge and skills to operate a safe, healthy childcare environment.

Designed to expose human service students to ethical fund-raising in human services, including annual and capital campaigns, telemarketing, special events, direct mail marketing, face-to-face solicitation, e-fund raising, and grant writing.

Presents models and methods in evaluating, monitoring, and implementing human services programs. Includes an overview of funding, developing budgets, and monitoring expenditures.

Explores the physical, cognitive, cultural, social/emotional, spiritual, and psychological development of children and adolescents with an emphasis on knowing and understanding theories of human development to incorporate children’s individual differences and guide learning experiences. Considers individual differences (socio-economic, racial, ethnic, religious, physical and mental) with the approximate timing and effects of age-related changes and at-risk factors such as attention deficit disorder, substance abuse, child abuse and neglect, and family disruptions on normal development. Analyzes children within the context of family, culture, and community. Emphasizes the importance of partnership with families and communities in the teaching and learning process. This course is designated for the Early Childhood Education Program. Cross-listed with UED 441.

Development of math, science, and social studies skills in children; strategies for facilitating children’s learning; exploration, play, and creative expression in the areas of art, music, and movement for children.

Establishing, administering, and managing early childhood programs; professionalism, program development, implementation, and evaluation; various models and theories of early childhood education programs; Commonwealth of Virginia licensing and staff requirements.

Learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, emotional disorders, and the characteristics of students with hearing, vision and/or physical impairments. Survey the range of conditions, which contribute to students being eligible for special education services. Presents an overview of identification, assessment, program options and intervention services. (This course is designed for Early Childhood Education Program).

Practicum experience in early childhood classroom settings; placement in high-quality early childhood environments under the supervision of experienced mentor teachers and faculty coordinators; practice micro-pedagogy and dialog with professionals regarding program operations.

Introduction to current issues in education and various facets of the Elementary educator’s role. The course includes an observation of PreK-6 classes to assist students in evaluating their qualifications and motivation for teaching. Students distinguish required state and national assessments as well as competencies necessary for licensure in Virginia. Includes supervised field placement. Prerequisite for upper level UIS and UED courses. Pass/No Pass.