Cherry Creek High School – CE Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the profession of Early Childhood Education (ECE). Course content includes eight key areas of professional knowledge related to working with young children and their families in early care and education settings: child growth and development; health, nutrition, and safety; developmentally appropriate practices; guidance; family and community relationships; diversity and inclusion; professionalism; and administration and supervision. This course addresses children ages birth through 8 years. This course aligns with the Colorado Community College course Early Childhood Education (ECE 1011). Students will have the opportunity to earn high school credit while at the same time enroll in and earn community college credits with the opportunity to transfer credit to an institution of higher education. If the student is interested in earning community college credit, an additional free application is required. More information can be found at [www.cherrycreekschools/cte](http://www.cherrycreekschools/cte) on the Concurrent Enrollment tab. \\* Offered for 3 Concurrent Enrollment credits through ACC (ECE1011).