Level 2 Early Childhood Education
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms S. Wensor.
This course provides students with an introduction to the field of Early Childhood Education. Students will gain a good understanding of issues relating to the care and education of young children, with a focus on development, health, hygiene and nutrition. In addition, students will be taught strategies for developing positive relationships with young children and their families.
This course links to the social and community services sector pathway and encompasses these sector related careers: early childhood education, primary teaching, nursing, nannying, babysitting, flight attendant and parenting. Students can gain credits towards the Level 2 National Certificate in Early Childhood Education.
Who would be interested in this course?
Students with an interest in the wellbeing and education of young children.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
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Demonstrate knowledge of the basic needs and nutrition that support young children's holistic wellbeing and development
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Term: 2, Week: 4
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Demonstrate knowledge of health issues, practices and services to protect and enhance the wellbeing of young children
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Term: 1, Week: 6
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Describe personal and environmental hygiene and safety practices for the care of young children
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Term: 2, Week: 8
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Describe attachment behaviours and strategies used to support transitions for young mokopuna/children
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Term: 3, Week: 5
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Describe and demonstrate care practices for infants and toddlers
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Term: 2, Week: 5
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Describe values and beliefs that inform a personal approach to the learning and care of young mokopuna/children
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Term: 4, Week: 1
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Identify and describe agencies/services available to support young mokopuna/children and whānau/families
Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 1