Early Childhood Education

This concentration is for students interested in studying young children and understanding the conditions that promote their healthy development. It includes courses in behavior analysis, child development, curriculum development, parenting, and others that address issues relating to young children. The program culminates in practica that provide students with direct experiences in toddler or preschool classrooms for children with and without developmental disabilities. Students completing this program will gain knowledge and experience in the areas of behavior analysis, child development, developmental disability, education, and intervention. Careers: This concentration is relevant for students interested in working with young children in home, educational, community-based, hospital, or other therapeutic settings.

Early Childhood Education and Intervention Concentration

This option is for students interested in understanding typical and atypical child development and learning to promote healthy development in young children (ages 0-6 yrs). Students who choose this option are required to complete practica in classrooms that serve toddlers and preschool children.

Faculty Members

Professors Isaac Melanson, Pamela Neidert, and Reagan McGee.

EARLY CHILDHOOD AUTISM INTERVENTION

This option is for students interested in conducting intervention procedures to address problem behavior and skill deficits (e.g., language and social) of children with autism and other related developmental disabilities. Students who choose this option are required to take a preparatory course and practica focusing on children with autism and other related disabilities.

Faculty Members

Professors Isaac Melanson, Pamela Neidert, and Reagan McGee.

EARLY CHILDHOOD RESEARCH

This option is for students interested in gaining research experience in early childhood possibly as preparation for graduate school or employment in educational and clinical research centers. Students who choose this option will enroll in research-oriented practica. Interested students should consult with Claudia Dozier or Pamela Neidert.

Faculty Members

Professors Isaac Melanson, Pamela Neidert, and Reagan McGee.

WEBSITES FOR RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL AND SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

Early Childhood Education