Early Childhood Internship

Course Progression

HDFS 330

Engaging with Children Ages 0-8

Winter Term
4 credits and 20 hours of observation

HDFS 331

Practicum in Child Development

Spring Term
3 credits and 60 hours of interaction

HDFS 433

Early Childhood Internship

Fall Term
10 credits and 270 hours at internship site

HDFS 330 and HDFS 331 Process and Timeline

 

By Week 5 of Term Prior

  • Complete Background Check

By Week 8 of Term Prior

  • Fill out pre-course instructor form

Week 1-3 of Term

  • Decide on site
  • Start at site

HDFS 433 Process and Timeline

Students are responsible for researching sites that interest you and provide the experience you are seeking. If you need assistance finding an internship site, please set up a meeting with a Peer or Career Advisor. If you are interested in a site that is not on the list, you must get it approved by HDFS Faculty.

March

April

  • Decide on an internship site
  • Review your internship plans with the HDFS 331 Instructor

June

  • Once your Handshake request is approved, you can register for the course

August

  • Begin necessary background checks and/or attend any site trainings

September

  • Confirm start date, hours, and schedules
  • Rock your internship!

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