(1 Block, 1 Semester)
Prerequisite: None
Suggested Grade Levels: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

Students explore different types of early childhood education programs and delivery models, develop safe and healthy learning environments for children, and identify the ages and stages of child development and developmentally appropriate practices that support child development from birth through age 12. Students explore balancing work and family, professionalism, and education and training requirements for multiple early childhood education career pathways.

(1 Block, Full Year)
Prerequisite: None
Suggested Grade Levels: 11th, 12th

Students prepare to be primary providers of home, family, or institution-based childcare services by focusing on the planning, organizing, and conducting of meaningful play and learning activities, child monitoring and supervision, recordkeeping and referral procedures, and work-based learning experiences in on-site labs, local daycare centers, elementary schools, and other institutions under the supervision of the instructor. Students also prepare for continuing education leading to careers in early childhood fields (e.g., medical, social services, or education).

(1 Block, Full Year)
Prerequisite: Early Childhood, Education, and Services I
Suggested Grade Levels: 11th, 12th

Students focus on occupational skills needed by personnel employed in early childhood-related careers, such as education, medical/health care, social services, counseling, psychology, and entrepreneurship. Work-based learning experiences in on-site labs, early childhood development centers, elementary schools, and other institutions under the supervision of the instructor are required.

(1 Block, 1 semester)
Prerequisite: none
Suggested Grade Levels: 10th, 11th, 12th

Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow (VTfT) I fosters student interest, understanding, and appreciation of the teacher profession and allows secondary students to explore careers in the education and training career cluster and related pathways. Students build a foundation for teaching, learn the history, structure, and governance of teaching, apply professional teaching techniques in classroom and field experiences, and reflect on their teaching experiences.

(1 Block, 1 semester)
Prerequisite: Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow I
Suggested Grade Levels: 11th, 12th

Students continue to explore careers in the education and training career cluster and related pathways. This course provides hands-on opportunities for students to examine careers in education, observe professional practice, and apply professional standards and educational theory. In an authentic practicum experience, students will be able to teach lessons, manage classrooms, create learning opportunities, and build their professional portfolio in the process.