TCHE220M - Diverse and Inclusive Practices in Family School and Community Partnerships This course will provide students with strategies for positive and productive interactions among teachers, parents, co-workers, and other professionals working with children. It will prepare future teachers to engage with diverse students, their families, and the broader community in a way that not only respects and values their unique backgrounds but also maximizes their contributions to the educational process. Students will explore and develop collaboration and communication skills for participating in IEP teams, co-teaching, and working with families as partners in the process. Students will develop strategies for establishing and maintaining positive and supportive relationships with families and will also become familiar with community resources that support children and their families. Students will be required to complete 8 hours of community service that benefits children and/or families. Prerequisites: C- or better in TCHE104M or ECE104M.

ECE250M - Childcare Administration and Management This course is designed to provide an overview of the skills and techniques required to effectively manage early care and education programs. Topics include program philosophy, policies and procedures, business planning, personnel and fiscal management, and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct. Students explore diverse programs available to the community and examine state and federal licensing regulations, as well as national accreditation standards. Students critically analyze the degree to which financial issues of marketing, accounting, and funding affect the management of the center or family childcare home. In addition, students identify components of a healthy organization that manages people and resources in a positive, supportive manner. This course is required by NH State licensing rules for center directors. Prerequisite: ECE 100M and ECE 104M or Permission of the instructor

TCHE100M - Child and Adolescent Development This class provides an introduction to the fundamentals of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development, from the prenatal period through adolescence, with an emphasis on children grades K- 12. Various contemporary psychological perspectives and theories on human development will be introduced and discussed. Practical application of theory and concepts to classroom and recreational settings will be emphasized. 10 – 15 hours of observation of children and adolescents will be required. Prerequisites: none