Prekindergarten-Kindergarten Endorsement Information
Prekindergarten-Kindergarten Endorsement Information
For questions, please contact Joe Rosener
At Morningside College at 800-831-0806, x5342
By cell phone at 712-540-1579
By email at rosener@morningside.edu
All of these classes are available online and offered for Morningside graduate credit. These courses have been identified for use in the Prekindergarten-Kindergarten endorsement; however, students will apply directly to the State for the endorsement. Please note that these courses do not qualify for financial aid or loan deferment.
The following are the nine State program requirements:
(1) Human Growth and Development: Infancy and Early Childhood
(2) Curriculum Development and Methodology for Young Children
(3) Child Family School Community Relationships
(4) Guidance of Young Children Three to Six Years of Age
(5) Organization of Prekindergarten-Kindergarten Programs
(6) Child and Family Nutrition
(7) Language Development and Learning
(8) Kindergarten: Programs and Curriculum Development
(9) Early Childhood Practicum
The class schedule and program requirements covered:
Introduction to Early Childhood - 3 credits
Requirements Covered: #1 and #4
Available: Summer 2010
Registration: Register with LDA-IA at rosener@morningside.edu or 712-540-1579
Organization & Administration of Early Childhood Programs - 3 credits
Requirements Covered: #3, #5, and #8
Available: Summer 2010
Registration: Register with LDA-IA at rosener@morningside.edu or 712-540-1579
Program Planning - 3 credits
Requirement Covered: #2
Available: Ongoing throughout the year
Registration: Register with VESi at 800-313-6744
Infant and Toddler Mental Health - 2 credits
Requirement Covered: #7
Available: Ongoing throughout the year
Registration: Register with VESi at 800-313-6744
Child Health Safety and Nutrition - 3 credits
Requirement Covered: #6
Available: Offered each semester
Registration: Register with NCC Community College at 800-352-4907; ask for Annette and request Morningside graduate credit.
Early Childhood Practicum - 2 credits
Requirement Covered: #9
Available: As Needed
Registration: Register with LDA-IA at rosener@morningside.edu or 712-540-1579