Early Education & Care (FHS Preschool)

This program focuses on early childhood education. Students learn about the physical, cognitive and social/ emotional development of a child, first in the classroom and then and as part of the Preschool at Falmouth High School. Student interns can further their knowledge by continuing in outside placements either in the public elementary schools or the private sector. This program is Chapter 74 approved as a fully-endorsed CVTE program.

Early Education & Care Pathway

Completion of this pathway will result in:
Massachusetts EEC Certification/
Early Education and Care Certification

Grade

Course/Experience

Core Skills

10+11

Child Growth and Development

Year Long
  • Study of development from conception thru adolescents
  • Study of theorists
  • Study of development including physical, social and emotional

11+12

Child Care Aide

Year Long
  • Preschool internship
  • Use of learned development of children
  • Health and safety of children
  • Plan lessons for appropriate age
  • Observation of children
  • Observation of teachers

12

Child Care Internship

Year Long
  • K-3 internship
  • Continued use of learned development of children
  • Health and safety of children
  • Plan lessons for appropriate age
  • Observation of children
  • Observation of teachers