ECH/418
Community and Family Engagement
Course level: Undergraduate
Christine O.
BSA
Online classes, always on, 24/7/365
Go to class any time of the day or night. If you have questions, call 866-354-1800 to speak with an Enrollment Representative.
This course focuses on establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships among families, early childhood learning environments, and communities to support student development and achievement. Candidates explore and discuss issues related to family backgrounds, relationship building, and community involvement. Emphasis will be placed on creating positive family and community engagement as well as strengthening the connection between home and school.
Required materials
The materials required for this course are covered in your resource fees.
Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.
Community Connections
Examine school and community support services available for early childhood-aged students and their families.
Family Engagement
Demonstrate a plan that fosters family engagement and a strong home-school connection.
Rapport Building
Analyze strategies for building and maintaining positive relationships with diverse families in the early childhood setting.