The evening class is divided into two semesters:

ECE NC 10 and ECE NC 11.

In the fall term students learn about typical social, emotional,

physical, and cognitive development of children aged two to five,

healthy patterns of separation, importance of play, and strategies that

support a strong foundation for future learning. Adult students help to

create a healthy, safe, inclusive environment for children and observe

and interact with children in the cooperative preschool lab.

In the spring term, students develop a foundation for positive, reflective

parenting. They investigate the influence of temperament and family

patterns and learn effective communication skills and strategies for

conflict resolution as they create a framework of child guidance

principles and practices that contribute to the optimum development of

children. They discover community resources, learn about kindergarten

readiness, and develop strategies to support children’s ongoing education

at home and at school. Additional topics address parenting challenges

such as: the influence of media and technology and helping children

cope with family illness, and divorce.

Once admitted, parent/guardians will enroll each semester through

SBCC’s School of Extended Learning: www.sbcc.edu/extendedlearning.

Adults who wish to attend the evening class but not participate in the

morning program, are welcome to enroll.