Sylvania Campus
Social Sciences (SS), Room 201
971-722-4707
https://www.pcc.edu/programs/child-family-studies/
Career Program and Description
The Child and Family Studies department offers associate degrees and certificates in early childhood education and human services for those interested in working with children, families, individuals and communities. Due to an increased focus on the importance of early learning and a rising demand for social services, national and statewide job growth and employment is projected to be much higher than average.
Early Childhood Education
As a nationally accredited program, the Early Childhood Education (ECE) program prepares teachers and home care providers of young children, ages birth through five, to plan environments, develop suitable learning experiences, and work closely with families in childhood care and education contexts. They also supervise play and physical needs of small children, organize daily activities, keep records of children’s progress, and confer with parents. Early education graduates may also work in related fields such as child care resource and referral.
The ECE coursework is designed to meet the needs of the working student. Coursework for the Child Care Aide and Early Childhood Education Career Pathway Certificates and AAS degree can be completed through a combination of courses offered online, in the evening, and on Saturdays.
Portland State University (PSU) allows for up to 100% of ECE and HEC transfer credit toward the BS in Child, Youth, and Family Studies degree program, or PSU's Degree Completion program.
Family and Human Services
The Family and Human Services (HUS) program uses an interdisciplinary approach to prepare students for entry-level human service work including case management, home visiting, family service work/advocacy, social and human service support, and much more. Family and human service professionals assist in providing services in a wide variety of fields such as psychology, rehabilitation, social services, and social work. Human service graduates work in a diversity of environments, including Head Start, for-profit and non-profit social service agencies, programs for the aging, programs serving children, youth and families, and state and local governments.
The HUS coursework is designed to meet the needs of working students. Coursework for the Foundation in Human Services Career Pathway Certificate and AAS degree can be completed through a combination of courses offered online, in the evening, and on Saturdays.
Portland Community College has a block transfer agreement with Concordia University's College of Health and Human Services. Students who complete the AAS in Family and Human Services (HUS) may transfer into one of the following Concordia degree programs: BS in Social Work, BS in Long-Term Care Administration, and BS in Health Care Administration.
Degrees and Certificates Offered
Associate of Applied Science
Early Childhood Education
Family and Human Services
Less than One-Year: Career Pathway Certificate
Childcare Aide
Early Childhood Education
Foundations in Human Services
Academic Prerequisites
Early Childhood Education:
- Placement into WR 115 or IRW 115 for the certificates.
- MTH 20 MTH 20 is recommended for Environments (ECE 122I).
Family and Human Services:
- College placement tests through the testing centers.
- Students should be prepared to enter WR 121 and MTH 20. Many HUS courses, core interdisciplinary courses, and concentration area electives require both WR 121 and MTH 20 as prerequisites. Students who do not meet these requirements may need extended time to complete the program.
- Students must satisfy MTH 58/MTH 65 as a degree requirement.
Academic Requirements
Early Childhood Education:
- Complete all ECE and HEC courses with a grade of "C" or "P" or better.
- Students may retake classes in order to meet the grade requirement with the exception of ECE 130A ECE 130A , ECE 130B ECE 130B , ECE 130C ,ECE 131A ECE 131A , ECE 131B ECE 131B , ECE 133, ECE 134, and ECE 135. These classes may be re-enrolled in only once after a student receives a grade less than "C". SAC approval is required for any student desiring to attempt any ECE course for the third time.
- Admittance to practicum is based on previously completed coursework, availability, and department permission. To be considered for practicum, students must:
- Be enrolled in the State of Oregon Office of Child Care, Central Background Registry;
- Submit verification of measles immunization.
- Submit verification of negative TB Skin Test within the last year;
- Possess a current Oregon Food Handlers Certificate.
- Costs associated with required practicum documentation are the sole responsibility of the student.
Family and Human Services:
- Students earning the AAS degree in Family and Human Services must meet college graduation requirements including general education, math, and English competencies.
- Students must take HUS 101 and HUS 102 within the first term of the program.
- Students should take HUS 121 within the first or second term of the program.
- Students are required to secure their own field placement sites. Admittance to Field Experience is based on previously completed coursework, site availability, and department permission.
- In order to earn the AAS degree in Family and Human Services students must complete:
- All HUS, PSY, ECE, SOC, GRN, AD, HEC, HE, CG, and CJA courses with a grade of "C" or "P" or better (as applicable).
- All field experience courses and seminars.
- In order to earn the Foundations in Human Services Less than One-Year Career Pathway Certificate students must complete:
- All HUS courses with a grade of "C" or "P" or better (as applicable).
Non-Academic Prerequisites
Early Childhood Education:
- An initial advising/information session with a Child and Family Studies department advisor.
Family and Human Services:
- An initial advising/information session with a Child and Family Studies department advisor.
Non-Academic Requirements
Early Childhood Education:
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Criminal Background Check
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All PCC students enrolled in a health care or child care program, including Early Childhood Education with requirements for practical experience of field training may have to pass a Criminal History Check (CHC) as a condition of their acceptance into a medical or other facility for training.
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Students who do not pass the CHC will be unable to complete some course requirements and will be ineligible to participate in training at affiliated practicum sites, to sit for licensure or certification exams, or be hired for some professional positions. If you believe that your past history may interfere with your ability to complete the program of study or to obtaining licensure, or certification in your chosen field, you should contact the appropriate state board or program director.
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The Early Childhood Education program is planned as a career pathway to accommodate the part-time as well as the full-time student. A Child Care Aide certificate provides foundational entry-level skills for a child care aide in an Oregon licensed child care facility. An Early Childhood Education certificate provides entry level child care skills and meets the minimum requirements for a child care teacher in an Oregon licensed child care facility. The Associate of Applied Science degree qualifies a student to become a head teacher in a child care facility licensed by the State of Oregon Office of Child Care. The National Association for the Education of Young Children’s (NAEYC) suggests that minimum training for teachers in early childhood programs is an AAS degree in ECE. All required courses for the certificates apply to the AAS degree.
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Certificate classes may apply toward a CDA credential. CDA and Oregon Registry credentials may articulate into certificate level coursework.
Family and Human Services:
- Criminal Background Check
- Field placement sites may require students to undergo a criminal background check prior to placement. Costs associated with this requirement are the sole responsibility of the student.
- PCC does not have the authority to determine if a student's past or current criminal background will prohibit them from working in the human services field. It is the student's responsibility to review ORS 443.004 and the information regarding disqualifying crimes provided by the Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Developmental Disabilities programs; the Developmental Disabilities programs; the Oregon Health Authority, Addictions and Mental Health Division; and the Oregon Department of Education, Early Learning Division.
- The Family and Human Services program is designed as a career pathway to accommodate full and part-time students.
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Early Childhood Education
Family and Human Services
Early Childhood Education AAS Degree
Minimum 90 credits. Students must also meet Associate Degree Comprehensive Requirements and Associate of Applied Science Requirements. Students must complete a total of sixteen credits of General Education. Some courses specified within the program may be used as General Education. In addition to required courses in the program of study, students must satisfy MTH 58/65 competency. Students should consult with program advisors for course planning.
Early Childhood Education Degree Courses
| ECE 120 | Introduction to Early Education and Family Studies | 3 |
| ECE 121 | Observation and Guidance I | 3 |
| ECE 122I | Environments and Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers | 4 |
| ECE 123P | Environments and Curriculum for Preschool | 4 |
| ECE 124 | Multicultural Practices: Exploring Our Views | 3 |
| ECE 130A 2 | Practicum Seminar 1 | 2 |
| ECE 130B 2 | Practicum Seminar 2 | 2 |
| ECE 130C 2 | Practicum Seminar 3 | 2 |
| ECE 133 | Practicum 1 in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| or ECE 131A | Practicum for Experienced Teachers 1 | |
| ECE 134 | Practicum 2 in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| or ECE 131B | Practicum for Experienced Teachers 2 | |
| ECE 135 | Practicum 3 in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 196 | Teaming and Communication in ECE Settings | 2 |
| ECE 200 | The Professional in Early Education and Family Studies | 3 |
| ECE 221 | Observation and Guidance II | 3 |
| ECE 224 | Multicultural Practice: Curriculum & Implementation | 3 |
| ECE 232 | Math and Science for Young Children | 3 |
| ECE 234 | Children with Special Needs in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 236 | Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| HE 112 1 | Standard First Aid and Emergency Care | 1 |
| HE 262 | Children's Health, Nutrition & Safety | 3 |
| HEC 201 | Family Partnerships in Education | 3 |
| HEC 226 * | Child Development | 4 |
| HUS 102 | Mental Health First Aid: Adult | 1 |
| WR 121 | English Composition | 4 |
| or WR 122 | English Composition | |
| or WR 227 | Technical and Professional Writing 1 | |
| ECE Electives | 10 | |
| Remaining General Education | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 90 | |
| * | Could be used as General Education. |
| 1 | Students with a valid CPR card may receive non-traditional credit. |
| 2 | Students must enroll in practicum seminar each term they take practicum. |
Early Childhood Education Degree Electives
| BA 111 | Introduction to Accounting | 3 |
| BA 177 | Payroll Accounting | 3 |
| BA 223 | Principles of Marketing | 4 |
| BA 224 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| BA 250 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| BA 285 | Human Relations-Organizations | 3 |
| CIS 120 | Computer Concepts I | 4 |
| COMM 100 | Introduction to Communication | 4 |
| ECE 132 | Early Childhood Field Work | 2 |
| ECE 170 | Coaching and Mentoring in Early Education and Family Studies | 1 |
| ECE 171A | Infant Toddler Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support | 1 |
| ECE 171B | Preschool Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support | 1 |
| ECE 175A | Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Learning and Development | 1 |
| ECE 175B | Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Group Care | 1 |
| ECE 175C | Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Social/Emotional Growth | 1 |
| ECE 175D | Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Family/Provider Relationships | 1 |
| ECE 177 | Tiny to Tall: Making Mixed Age Groupings Work | 1 |
| ECE 179 | 1 | |
| ECE 183 | Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs | 1 |
| ECE 185 | Planning Fun and Meaningful Field Trips for Young Children | 1 |
| ECE 188 | Block Play and Woodworking for Young Children | 1 |
| ECE 195 | Boys in Early Childhood Education | 1 |
| ECE 198 | Building Effective Outdoor Environments | 1 |
| ECE 235 | 3 | |
| ED 100 | Introduction to Education for Paraeducators | 3 |
| ED 102 | Displays & Graphics for Educators | 3 |
| ED 112 | Introduction to Children's Literature | 3 |
| ED 115 | Storytelling | 2 |
| ED 131 | Applied Learning Theory | 3 |
| ED 136 | Learning with Technology | 3 |
| ED 260 | 3 | |
| ED 268 | Introduction to Developmental Disabilities | 3 |
| ED 269 | Introduction to Teaching the Learning Disabled Student | 3 |
| ESR 171 * | Environmental Science: Biological Perspectives | 4 |
| ESR 172 * | Environmental Science: Chemical Perspectives | 4 |
| ESR 173 * | Environmental Science: Geological Perspectives | 4 |
| HEC 140 | Introduction to Family Life Education | 3 |
| HEC 157 | Parenting Skills | 1 |
| HEC 212 | Parent-Child Relations | 3 |
| HUS 101 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 |
| HUS 103 | Introduction to Home Visiting | 2 |
| HUS 104 | Introduction to Trauma Informed Care | 1 |
| HUS 105 | Introduction to Crisis Intervention | 1 |
| HUS 106 | Mental Health First Aid: Youth | 1 |
| HUS 121 | Family and Human Systems | 3 |
| HUS 131 | Models and Systems of Human Service Delivery | 3 |
| HUS 141 | Direct Service Methods | 3 |
| MTH 211 * | Foundations of Elementary Math I | 4 |
| PSY 222 * | Family & Intimate Relationships | 4 |
| PSY 240 * | Personal Awareness and Growth | 4 |
| SOC 213 * | Diversity in the United States | 4 |
| SOC 214A * | Illumination Project: Tools for Creative Social Activism 1 | 4 |
| SOC 214B * | Illumination Project: Tools for Creative Social Activism 2 | 4 |
| SOC 214C * | Illumination Project: Tools for Creative Social Activism 3 | 4 |
| SOC 218 * | Sociology of Gender | 4 |
| WR 122 | English Composition | 4 |
| Up to 3 credits of American Sign Language | ||
| Up to 3 credits of Foreign Language | ||
| Up to 3 credits of CG | ||
| Up to 3 credits of ESOL | ||
| Up to 3 credits of MSD | 3 | |
| * | Could be used as General Education |
Family and Human Services AAS Degree
Minimum 91 credits. Students must also meet Associate Degree Comprehensive Requirements and Associate of Applied Science Requirements. Students must complete a total of sixteen credits of General Education. Some courses specified within the program may be used as General Education. In addition to required courses in the program of study, students must satisfy MTH 58/65 competency. Students should consult with program advisors for course planning.
| AD 101 | Addiction | 3 |
| AD 104 | Multicultural Counseling | 3 |
| AD 160 | Basic Counseling | 4 |
| ECE 124 | Multicultural Practices: Exploring Our Views | 3 |
| GRN 234 | Introduction to Dementia Care & Practice | 4 |
| HUS 101 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 |
| HUS 102 | Mental Health First Aid: Adult | 1 |
| HUS 121 | Family and Human Systems | 3 |
| HUS 131 | Models and Systems of Human Service Delivery | 3 |
| HUS 141 | Direct Service Methods | 3 |
| HUS 151 | Introduction to Case Management | 3 |
| HUS 221 | Issues and Trends in Human Services | 3 |
| HUS 230A | Field Experience Seminar I: Family and Human Services | 2 |
| HUS 230B | Field Experience Seminar II: Family and Human Services | 2 |
| HUS 230C | Field Experience Seminar III: Family and Human Services | 2 |
| HUS 241 | Planning and Evaluation in Human Services | 3 |
| HUS 250 | Field Experience I: Family and Human Services | 3 |
| HUS 260 | Field Experience II: Family and Human Services | 3 |
| HUS 270 | Field Experience III: Family and Human Services | 3 |
| PSY 201A * | Introduction to Psychology - Part 1 | 4 |
| or PSY 202A | Introduction to Psychology - Part 2 | |
| PSY 215 * | Human Development | 4 |
| PSY 239 * | Introduction to Abnormal Psychology | 4 |
| SOC 230 * | Introduction to Gerontology | 4 |
| Concentration Area Electives 1 | 13 | |
| General Education | 8 | |
| Total Credits | 91 | |
| 1 | Students are advised to focus on a single concentration area, but are permitted to select courses from any of the Concentration Area Electives. |
Family and Human Services Concentration Area Electives
| Choose 13 credits from any concentration area: | ||
| Gerontology | ||
| GRN 175 | The Aging Mind | 2 |
| GRN 233 | Supporting End of Life | 4 |
| GRN 240 | Care and Service Coordination | 3 |
| GRN 245 | Introduction to Guardianship in Oregon | 1 |
| GRN 247 | Applied Legal and Policy Issues in Aging | 2 |
| Parenting Education and Family Life | ||
| HEC 140 | Introduction to Family Life Education | 3 |
| HEC 201 | Family Partnerships in Education | 3 |
| HEC 212 | Parent-Child Relations | 3 |
| HEC 226 * | Child Development | 4 |
| PSY 222 * | Family & Intimate Relationships | 4 |
| Early Childhood Education | ||
| ECE 120 | Introduction to Early Education and Family Studies | 3 |
| ECE 121 | Observation and Guidance I | 3 |
| ECE 175A | Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Learning and Development | 1 |
| ECE 175B | Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Group Care | 1 |
| ECE 175C | Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Social/Emotional Growth | 1 |
| ECE 189 | Building Relationships with Infants, Toddlers, and Families | 1 |
| ECE 196 | Teaming and Communication in ECE Settings | 2 |
| ECE 224 | Multicultural Practice: Curriculum & Implementation | 3 |
| ECE 234 | Children with Special Needs in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 236 | Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| Addictions and Counseling | ||
| AD 102 | Drug Use and Addiction | 3 |
| AD 107 | Addiction Recovery Mentor | 3 |
| AD 105 | Aging & Addiction | 3 |
| AD 110 | Substance Abuse Prevention | 3 |
| Human Services Generalist (any Concentration Area Elective will meet Human Service Generalist requirement) | ||
| CG 144 | Introduction to Assertiveness | 1 |
| CG 145 | Stress Management | 2 |
| CG 146 | Value Clarification | 1 |
| CG 147 | Decision Making | 1 |
| CG 191 | Exploring Identity and Diversity for College Success | 4 |
| CJA 100 | Professions in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJA 101 | Cultural Diversity in Criminal Justice Professions | 3 |
| CJA 111 | Introduction to Criminal Justice System - Police | 3 |
| CJA 112 | Introduction to Criminal Justice System - Courts | 3 |
| CJA 113 | Introduction to the Criminal Justice System - Corrections | 3 |
| CJA 114 | Introduction to Juvenile Process | 3 |
| HUS 103 | Introduction to Home Visiting | 2 |
| HUS 104 | Introduction to Trauma Informed Care | 1 |
| HUS 105 | Introduction to Crisis Intervention | 1 |
| HUS 106 | Mental Health First Aid: Youth | 1 |
| Health and Wellness | ||
| HE 212 | Women's Health | 4 |
| HE 213 | Men's Health | 4 |
| HE 242 | Stress and Human Health | 4 |
| HE 250 | Personal Health | 3 |
| HE 251 | Community and Public Health | 4 |
| HE 262 | Children's Health, Nutrition & Safety | 3 |
| HE 264 | Food Systems and Public Health | 3 |
| HE 295 | Health and Fitness for Life | 2 |
| PE 130A | Adapted Physical Education I | 1 |
| PE 130B | Adapted Physical Education II | 1 |
| PE 130C | Adapted Physical Education III | 1 |
| PE 130D | ||
| PE 182H | Adult Fitness | 1 |
| PE 182W | Physical Activity for Weight Control | 1 |
| PE 184N | Physical Activity for Weight Control II | 1 |
| PE 295 | Health and Fitness for Life Lab | 1 |
Less than One-Year: Career Pathway Certificate
Childcare Aide
Early Childhood Education
Foundations in Human Services
Childcare Aide Career Pathway Certificate
Minimum 22 credits. Students must meet all certificate requirements. The Childcare Aide Career Pathway Certificate is a Career Pathway. All courses are contained in the Early Education and Family Studies AAS Degree.
Childcare Aide Certificate Courses
| ECE 120 | Introduction to Early Education and Family Studies | 3 |
| ECE 121 | Observation and Guidance I | 3 |
| ECE 122I | Environments and Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers | 4 |
| or ECE 123P | Environments and Curriculum for Preschool | |
| ECE 124 | Multicultural Practices: Exploring Our Views | 3 |
| ECE 130A | Practicum Seminar 1 | 2 |
| ECE 133 | Practicum 1 in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| HE 112 | Standard First Aid and Emergency Care | 1 |
| HE 262 | Children's Health, Nutrition & Safety | 3 |
| Total Credits | 22 | |
Early Childhood Education Career Pathway Certificate
Minimum 36 credits. Students must meet all certificate requirements. The Early Education and Family Studies Certificate is a Career Pathway. All courses are contained in the Early Education and Family Studies AAS Degree.
Early Childhood Education Certificate Courses
| ECE 120 | Introduction to Early Education and Family Studies | 3 |
| ECE 121 | Observation and Guidance I | 3 |
| ECE 122I | Environments and Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers | 4 |
| ECE 123P | Environments and Curriculum for Preschool | 4 |
| ECE 124 | Multicultural Practices: Exploring Our Views | 3 |
| ECE 130A 2 | Practicum Seminar 1 | 2 |
| ECE 130B 2 | Practicum Seminar 2 | 2 |
| ECE 133 | Practicum 1 in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| or ECE 131A | Practicum for Experienced Teachers 1 | |
| ECE 134 | Practicum 2 in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| or ECE 131B | Practicum for Experienced Teachers 2 | |
| ECE 196 | Teaming and Communication in ECE Settings | 2 |
| HE 112 1 | Standard First Aid and Emergency Care | 1 |
| HE 262 | Children's Health, Nutrition & Safety | 3 |
| HEC 201 | Family Partnerships in Education | 3 |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
| 1 | Students with a valid CPR card may receive non-traditional credit. |
| 2 | Students must enroll in practicum seminar each term they take practicum. |
Foundations in Human Services Career Pathway Certificate
Minimum 13 credits. Students must meet all certificate requirements. The Foundation in Human Services Certificate is a Career Pathway. All courses are contained in the Family and Human Services AAS degree.
Foundations in Human Services Certificate Courses
| HUS 101 | Introduction to Human Services | 3 |
| HUS 102 | Mental Health First Aid: Adult | 1 |
| HUS 121 | Family and Human Systems | 3 |
| HUS 131 | Models and Systems of Human Service Delivery | 3 |
| HUS 141 | Direct Service Methods | 3 |
| Total Credits | 13 | |
ECE 120. Introduction to Early Education and Family Studies. 3 Credits.
Introduces the foundations of early childhood education and family studies. Covers the history, scope, current issues and trends, focusing on programs and services for children, birth-5. Includes an emphasis on development, developmentally appropriate practices and observation of young children and professionals. Requires 2-hours per week of observation/participation. Students must enroll in the Oregon Office of Child Care Central Background Registry (Criminal Background Check). Students must show evidence of current TB test and MMR vaccination. Audit available.
ECE 121. Observation and Guidance I. 3 Credits.
Focuses on age-appropriate guidance and observations techniques for individual children six week to six years. Topics include the ongoing dynamics of relationships, how values and belief systems impact guidance decisions, and the linkages between observation and guidance plans for individual children. Audit available.
ECE 122I. Environments and Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers. 4 Credits.
Covers theories of physical and social space, activities, experiences, and materials and the relationships between them for children ages six weeks-three years of age. Introduces the use of developmentally and culturally appropriate practices in planning, selecting, and evaluating environments and curriculum for infants and toddlers in home based and center based care. Reviews child development (social/emotional, cognitive, gross/fine motor, communication/language, self-help), relationship based care, routines, transitions and play with infants and toddlers. Includes planning and implementing environments and curriculum for infants and toddlers. Requires: Up to 10 hours of ECE site observations. Audit available.
ECE 123P. Environments and Curriculum for Preschool. 4 Credits.
Covers developing meaningful and challenging preschool curriculum and environments with a focus on the importance of play. Incorporates developmentally and culturally appropriate pedagogy and inclusion to plan learning experiences, physical and social environments, routines and transitions, and family involvement. Covers assessing and documenting children's learning. Requires: Ten hours of observations and field trips.
ECE 124. Multicultural Practices: Exploring Our Views. 3 Credits.
Develops awareness of how personal experiences, belief systems, identities, and values impact work with children, families, and communities. Examines the impact of cultural, linguistic, social, and class identities and histories on inter-relationships in diverse populations. Explores techniques for incorporating other people's histories, values, and belief systems into child-family-community-centered practices. Audit available.
ECE 130A. Practicum Seminar 1. 2 Credits.
Reviews skills necessary for supporting the total development of children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years, focusing on the role of the teacher in implementing a developmental program of early childhood education in two interdependent components: seminar and practicum. Prerequisites: ECE 120, ECE 121. Corequisite: ECE 131A or ECE 133.
ECE 130B. Practicum Seminar 2. 2 Credits.
Reviews skills necessary for supporting the total development of children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years, focusing on the role of the teacher in implementing a developmental program of early childhood education in two interdependent components: seminar and practicum. Prerequisites: ECE 130A. Corequisite: ECE 131B or ECE 134.
ECE 130C. Practicum Seminar 3. 2 Credits.
Reviews skills necessary for supporting the total development of children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years, focusing on the role of the teacher in implementing a developmental program of early childhood education in two interdependent components: seminar and practicum. Prerequisites: ECE 130B. Corequisite: ECE 131C or ECE 135.
ECE 131A. Practicum for Experienced Teachers 1. 3 Credits.
Improves and strengthens beginning level skills for working with children ages birth-5 in a group setting at work sites. Includes the use of developmentally appropriate methods in recognizing and providing safe, responsive, and sanitary environments. Department permission required based on work experience and previous coursework. Prerequisites: ECE 120, ECE 121, ECE 124. Corequisite: ECE 130A.
ECE 131B. Practicum for Experienced Teachers 2. 3 Credits.
Improves and strengthens basic intermediate level skills for working with children ages birth-5 in a group setting at work sites. Includes the use of developmentally appropriate methods to support guidance and conflict resolution; schedule and routine planning; fundamental curriculum development; and environmental modification. Department permission required based on work experience and previous coursework. Prerequisites: ECE 131A, (ECE 122I or ECE 123P), HEC 201. Corequisite: ECE 130B.
ECE 132. Early Childhood Field Work. 2 Credits.
Students engage in intentional field work to gain practical experience, skill development, and professional direction in achieving their career goals, working under supervision in an approved worksite. Audit available.
ECE 133. Practicum 1 in Early Childhood Education. 3 Credits.
Covers developing beginning level skills for working with children ages birth - 5 in a group setting. Includes the use of developmentally appropriate methods in recognizing and providing safe, responsive, and sanitary environments; using beginning-level guidance strategies; and acclimating to the field of early education. Prerequisites: ECE 120, ECE 121, ECE 124, and (WR 90 or IRW 90 or equivalent placement). Corequisite: ECE 130A. Audit available.
ECE 134. Practicum 2 in Early Childhood Education. 3 Credits.
Covers development of basic intermediate level skills to work with children ages birth - 5 in a group setting. Includes the use of developmentally appropriate methods to support guidance and conflict resolution; schedule and routine planning; fundamental curriculum development; and environmental modification. Recommended: HEC 262. Prerequisites: ECE 133, ECE 130A, (ECE 122I or 123P), and ECE 201. Corequisite: ECE 130B. Audit available.
ECE 135. Practicum 3 in Early Childhood Education. 3 Credits.
Covers the development of advanced intermediate level skills to work with children ages birth - 5 in a group setting. Includes the use of developmentally and culturally appropriate methods to support guidance and conflict resolution; development, implementation, and evaluation of environments and curriculum; and facilitation of classroom management. Prerequisites: ECE 134, ECE 130B, and (ECE 122I or 123P). Corequisites: ECE 130C.
ECE 170. Coaching and Mentoring in Early Education and Family Studies. 1 Credit.
Explores the role of coaching and mentoring in facilitating the development of novice early education practitioners and in enhancing early childhood environments. Reviews models of coaching and mentoring. Audit available.
ECE 171A. Infant Toddler Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support. 1 Credit.
Explores Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support (PBIS) system for infants and toddlers. Covers the identification of behavioral practices, instructional strategies, and intervention strategies for individual infants and toddlers. Audit available.
ECE 171B. Preschool Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support. 1 Credit.
Explores Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support (PBIS) system for preschoolers. Covers the identification of behavioral practices, instructional strategies and intervention strategies for individual preschool age children. Audit available.
ECE 175A. Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Learning and Development. 1 Credit.
Covers growth and development of infants and toddlers ages birth - 3, including physical, cognitive, and language development. Audit available.
ECE 175B. Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Group Care. 1 Credit.
Covers group care of infants and toddlers ages birth - 3. Includes routines, quality, staff relations, environments and welcoming children and families into care. Audit available.
ECE 175C. Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Social/Emotional Growth. 1 Credit.
Covers social-emotional growth and socialization of infants and toddlers ages birth - 3, including development, temperament, responsible care, guidance and discipline, and supporting the needs of infants and toddlers. Audit available.
ECE 175D. Infant/Toddler Caregiving: Family/Provider Relationships. 1 Credit.
Covers family/provider relationships with infants and toddlers ages birth - 3. Includes establishing partnerships with parents, listening and responding to families needs, supporting culturally diverse families, culturally sensitive care, conducting business and handling difficult issues. Audit available.
ECE 177. Tiny to Tall: Making Mixed Age Groupings Work. 1 Credit.
Covers working with mixed-age groups in early childhood settings, including children from infancy through elementary school age. Addresses the challenges and benefits of creating quality environments and programming for children of mixed ages. Audit available.
ECE 183. Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs. 1 Credit.
Introduces seven life skills critical for young children's success which are: focus and self-control, perspective taking, communicating, making connections, critical thinking, taking on challenges, self-directed engaged learning. Audit available.
ECE 185. Planning Fun and Meaningful Field Trips for Young Children. 1 Credit.
Covers the positive benefits of field trips in early childhood programs, including field trip possibilities in the Portland area, developing field trip protocols, and problem-solving common field trip issues. Audit available.
ECE 186. Nature and Gardening with Young Children. 1 Credit.
Covers the many benefits of gardening and natural experiences for young children, including how to facilitate developmental opportunities across domains in an engaging and ever-changing context. Audit available.
ECE 188. Block Play and Woodworking for Young Children. 1 Credit.
Covers the many benefits of block play and wood working experiences for young children, including how to facilitate children's development across domains in an engaging context. Audit available.
ECE 189. Building Relationships with Infants, Toddlers, and Families. 1 Credit.
Covers ways in which caregivers can facilitate, support, and sustain strong individualized relationships with infants, toddlers, and their families in early education settings. Audit available.
ECE 191. Interest-Based Planning for Infants. 1 Credit.
Covers the ways in which infants communicate their interests to adults. Addresses various methods of assessing infant interests as well as interest-based curriculum development in infant-care programs. Audit available.
ECE 195. Boys in Early Childhood Education. 1 Credit.
Explores the educational and social experiences specific to boys in early childhood programs. Covers teacher's views on boys' behaviors and the effect on their learning. Includes developmentally and culturally appropriate approaches to engage boys in the early learning environment and curriculum. Audit available.
ECE 196. Teaming and Communication in ECE Settings. 2 Credits.
Introduces the identification and utilization of different strategies to strengthen teaming and communication specific to early education settings. Covers culture and communication, including communicating with colleagues, staff and parents in early education environments. Audit available.
ECE 198. Building Effective Outdoor Environments. 1 Credit.
Covers outdoor environments for children of all ages and abilities. Addresses planning, implementing, and evaluating outdoor environments and activities. Audit available.
ECE 200. The Professional in Early Education and Family Studies. 3 Credits.
History, current programs and practices, and future issues of early childhood education. Includes professionalism, historic and current issues, types of programs for young children, parent interaction, job opportunities, ethical/legal issues and community resources. Develops a professional philosophy. Prerequisite: WR 115 or IRW 115. Audit available.
ECE 221. Observation and Guidance II. 3 Credits.
Examines techniques for observing and recording behavior and keeping records as used in the care and education of infants through five-year-olds. Focuses on observation and guidance techniques for groups of children in addressing challenging behaviors and issues in early childhood environments. Covers the caregiver's role in using observation to promote development, including self-development. Prerequisites: (WR 115 or IRW 115) and ECE 121. Audit available.
ECE 224. Multicultural Practice: Curriculum & Implementation. 3 Credits.
Develops awareness of cultural and ethnic issues as they relate to the early childhood classroom teacher. Focuses on ethnocentrism, racism and discrimination. Includes techniques for developing multi-cultural, anti-bias curriculum. Prerequisite: ECE 124. Audit available.
ECE 232. Math and Science for Young Children. 3 Credits.
Explores actively engaging infants through preschool age children in science and math concepts. Covers planning experiences that are meaningful, challenging, developmentally and culturally appropriate for indoor and outdoor classrooms. Connects everyday knowledge and skills to math and science. Audit available.
ECE 234. Children with Special Needs in Early Childhood Education. 3 Credits.
Covers early intervention and early childhood special education including disability characteristics, environmental and curricular adaptation, instructional strategies, and legislative mandates. Explores inclusion of children with diverse and special needs in early care and education settings, including the role of families in early intervention services. Recommended: HEC 226 Child Development. Audit available.
ECE 236. Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education. 3 Credits.
Overview of language and literacy development in children from infancy to age 6. Design and use a variety of language and literacy development activities with young children. Audit available.
HEC 140. Introduction to Family Life Education. 3 Credits.
Introduces an overview of the field of Family Life Education (FLE). Covers theory, methods, and contexts of family life education, including family diversity, sexuality education, and parenting education. Audit available.
HEC 157. Parenting Skills. 1 Credit.
Examines current issues affecting the role of parents in today's society. Covers the stages of early childhood development, age appropriate learning expectations, guidance techniques, and parental influence on child development over time. Audit available.
HEC 201. Family Partnerships in Education. 3 Credits.
Introduces the study of family behavior, values, and attitudes. Covers the historical, cultural, and socioeconomic influences on family development, including ecological systems, demographic trends, diversity, contemporary issues and public policy. Audit available.
HEC 212. Parent-Child Relations. 3 Credits.
Introduces the social, developmental, and cultural nature of parenting. Covers parent-child relationships in social contexts, the work of parenting, and issues facing contemporary parents and children. Audit available.
HEC 226. Child Development. 4 Credits.
Basic theories, research and principles of physical, cognitive, language, social and emotional development of children from the prenatal period through adolescence. Includes observation and classroom processes. Prerequisite: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available. This course fulfills the following GE requirements: Social Sciences/AS, Social Sciences/AAS, Social Sciences/AGS.
HEC 280A. Cooperative Education: Early Education and Family Studies. 1-3 Credit.
Provides an opportunity for hands-on skill development in planned, supervised and regularly evaluated experiences in early education and family studies settings. Experiences and placement sites vary and are developed to meet individual goals. Department permission required. Audit available.
HUS 101. Introduction to Human Services. 3 Credits.
Introduces the history, scope and context of human services, including how the profession evolved. Includes a survey of the present conditions in the field, contemporary trends, issues, and outcomes of service delivery. Audit available.
HUS 102. Mental Health First Aid: Adult. 1 Credit.
Provides key skills to help adults who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Covers mental health literacy, including identifying, understanding, and responding to signs of mental illness. Audit available.
HUS 103. Introduction to Home Visiting. 2 Credits.
Introduces the philosophy and practice of home visiting. Examines the strategies and issues of home visiting in a variety of contexts. Audit available.
HUS 104. Introduction to Trauma Informed Care. 1 Credit.
Introduces the core principles of trauma informed care. Explores the types of trauma and the effect on clients and human service professionals. Audit available.
HUS 105. Introduction to Crisis Intervention. 1 Credit.
Introduces a theoretical and practical approach to understanding crisis intervention. Addresses crisis intervention techniques and community resources. Audit available.
HUS 106. Mental Health First Aid: Youth. 1 Credit.
Provides key skills to help an adolescent (12-18 years) who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Covers common mental health disorders and potential crises such as helping a young person who is having a panic attack, is contemplating suicide, or is struggling with substance use disorders. Required: Full attendance is mandatory to meet Youth Mental Health First Aid certification requirements from the National Council on Behavioral Health. Audit available.
HUS 121. Family and Human Systems. 3 Credits.
Introduces the structure and dynamics of organizations, communities, and society as well as the nature of individuals and groups. Provides an understanding of human systems, including individual, interpersonal, group, family, organizational, community and societal. Prerequisite: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available.
HUS 131. Models and Systems of Human Service Delivery. 3 Credits.
Explores the scope of conditions that promote or inhibit human functioning. Covers the range and characteristics of human services delivery systems, including populations served. Requires: 20 hours of Community Based Learning (CBL). Prerequisites: HUS 101, and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available.
HUS 141. Direct Service Methods. 3 Credits.
Introduces theory, knowledge, and skills needed to provide direct services and appropriate interventions to clients and client groups. Covers major methods of direct service delivery, including interviewing, group facilitation, and crisis intervention. Prerequisites: HUS 131, HUS 102, and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available.
HUS 151. Introduction to Case Management. 3 Credits.
Introduces the principles, practices, models, and issues involved in case management. Covers skill development, including assessment, intake interviewing, service delivery, and information management. Prerequisites: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Prerequisite/concurrent: HUS 141, HUS 121. Audit available.
HUS 221. Issues and Trends in Human Services. 3 Credits.
Explores values and ethics intrinsic to the human services profession, including standards outlined by the National Organization for Human Services (NOHS) and the Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CSHSE). Covers awareness of personal values, cultural bias, style, and philosophies, including how these personal characteristics affect service delivery. Prerequisite: HUS 151 and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available.
HUS 230A. Field Experience Seminar I: Family and Human Services. 2 Credits.
Supports the development of skills for successful field experience placements. Covers working under supervision, teamwork, stress, professional boundaries and related professional issues. Prerequisite: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Corequisite: HUS 250.
HUS 230B. Field Experience Seminar II: Family and Human Services. 2 Credits.
Supports the development of skills for successful field experience placements. Covers working under supervision, teamwork, stress, and professional boundaries and related professional issues. Prerequisites: HUS 250, HUS 230A, and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Corequisite: HUS 260.
HUS 230C. Field Experience Seminar III: Family and Human Services. 2 Credits.
Supports the development of skills for successful field experience placements. Covers working under supervision, teamwork, stress, professional boundaries, professional certification and related professional issues. Prerequisites: HUS 260, HUS 230B, and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Corequisite: HUS 270.
HUS 241. Planning and Evaluation in Human Services. 3 Credits.
Presents knowledge and skill development in the systematic analysis of service needs, including planning appropriate strategies, implementation of services and evaluation of outcomes. Prerequisites: HUS 151, and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available.
HUS 250. Field Experience I: Family and Human Services. 3 Credits.
Covers the integration of knowledge, theory, skills, and behaviors needed to work in a human service setting. Supports the development of practical skills, experience, and professional interests under the supervision of a fieldwork supervisor. Department permission required. Prerequisites: HUS 151, and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Prerequisite/Concurrent: AD 160, AD 104. Corequisite: HUS 230A.
HUS 260. Field Experience II: Family and Human Services. 3 Credits.
Covers the integration of knowledge, theory, skills, and behaviors needed to work in a human service setting. Supports the development of practical skills, experience, and professional interests under the supervision of a fieldwork supervisor. Department permission required. Corequisite: HUS 230B. Prerequisite: HUS 250, HUS 230A, and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement.
HUS 270. Field Experience III: Family and Human Services. 3 Credits.
Covers the integration of knowledge, theory, skills, and behaviors needed to work in a human service setting. Supports the development of practical skills, experience, and professional interests under the supervision of a fieldwork supervisor. Department permission required. Corequisite: HUS 230C. Prerequisites: HUS 260, HUS 230B, and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement.