May 24, 2026  
Yakima Valley College Catalog 2025-2026 
    
Yakima Valley College Catalog 2025-2026

ECED 260: Early Childhood Teacher Practicum

5 Cr
Quarters: W, S
This practicum course integrates early childhood education theory, frameworks, and skills with an applied 90 hour field experience. The student will apply their knowledge of developmentally and culturally appropriate practices by planning, implementing and evaluating their instruction in an accredited early learning setting. ECED 260 students will observe, document, and present their instructional skills and practicum experiences through a culminating capstone portfolio.
Prerequisite: