L2ECHS

L2 Early Childhood Studies

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Shefferd.

Early Childhood Studies

L2 ECHS



This subject will focus on the education and care of infants, toddlers, and young children/mokopuna in a range of Early Childhood contexts. Students will learn how to enhance the physical, social, cultural and educational development of children/mokopuna, through the principles of the National Early Childhood curriculum, Te Whāriki, and understand how to incorporate these into teaching and learning.  This course is a good mix of theory and practical; with students learning how to care for young children/mokopuna, understanding their Health and Wellbeing needs, how to cater for specific food needs and creating and implementing Play resources.

This course is a Unit Standard based course that would be ideal for students who are planning a career working with children or want an understanding of children’s behaviour. It will enable students to contribute to an environment that provides for the holistic well-being and care of infants, toddlers, and young children/mokopuna.

As part of the course, students are expected to complete a  placement at an early childhood centre supervised by a registered teacher; all placements will be coordinated and organised by the Careers and Pathways Department.  All students will be subject to the Vulnerable Children's Act legislation and will need to pass a Police Vet Check in order to complete their placement.  Additionally, students will be offered the opportunity to take a First Aid course.



Required Prior Learning


Entry is subject to the HOD and TIC of Early Childhood Studies and dependent upon proven performance in NCEA L1.  The expectation is that students would have gained 12 credits in a written-based subject.


Pathway

This course will lead on to Level 3 Child Development and Nutrition and/or Level 3 Early Childhood Studies.
In addition to this, this course is an excellent basis for future pathways in: Education
Teaching
Social Work
Human Nutrition
Travel and Tourism
Hospitality
Medicine
Nursing
Psychology
Other Health related fields.

Career Pathways

Subject Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 24 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 24 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 6400 v7
NZQA Info
Manage first aid in an emergency situation
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 6401 v7
NZQA Info
Provide first aid
1
1
1
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 1
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 6402 v9
NZQA Info
Provide basic life support
1
1
1
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 29853 v2
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of health issues, practices and services to protect and enhance the wellbeing of young children
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 4

U.S. 29858 v2
NZQA Info
Provide and reflect on the value of play experiences for a mokopuna/child's development and learning
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 1

U.S. 32988 v1
NZQA Info
Describe and demonstrate basic care needs and practices for young mokopuna/children
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91299 v2
NZQA Info
Home Economics 2.1 - Analyse issues related to the provision of food for people with specific food needs
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 2

Credit Summary
Total Credits: 24
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0