Field Work
Field Work Component
All students should be able to observe and comprehend developmentally appropriate practice with children. Professional work with both children and adults requires understanding of child development, in theory and in action, as the beginning of life-span human development. Note: Students doing a practicum at the Children's School must receive clearance from the school prior to registration.
1. For students working or planning to work with children, HD 400/600, HD 405/605 or HD 406/606 and one of the following field work options are required. (Note: Teacher Education students should see advisor for particular program requirements.)
a. Two practica in Pacific Oaks Children's programs or in an approved off-site location. Students choosing on- or off-site practica enroll in the appropriate developmental practicum seminar. Students, with the approval of their advisor, may choose two on-site practica, two off-site practica or one of each.
OR
b. One on- or off-site practicum and a second child-focused class with an observation/field component. (5 hours minimum) Select from the following classes or consult with your advisor.
OR
c. For full-time practicing, experienced teachers of young children in lead teacher or master teacher positions:
TBA
and one of the classes listed in "b".
OR
d. For students outside Pasadena:
OR
e. For highly experienced teachers of young children whose experience includes supervision of the work of other adults in children's programs:
Two classes meeting the criteria in item b. Consent of advisor is required.
2. For students not working or planning to work in programs serving children directly, HD200 and HD400 are required, plus:
OR
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