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Working with Children

This course is designed to help students acquire knowledge of career opportunities in the field of teaching and other school site educational professions.  Instruction will include career preparation standards, basic academics, safety, communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills.  Students will observe and/or participate in a variety of classroom settings and participate in an internship with a local school.  This class helps prepare students for entry into college or university teacher training programs. Pre-school certification is available.

Employment & Careers: Teacher Teacher's Aide Counselor Speech Pathologist Special Needs Instructor Preschool Teacher/Director

Areas of Study: Children's growth and development Classroom management Lesson planning and instruction Learning theories Supervision Record keeping/reporting requirements Social issues affecting education Career planning and job seeking skills

You Can Earn: A Certificate of Proficiency, high school credits, and Butte College units

How to Enroll for Working with Children:

• High School Students:  You need to be at least 16 years old and see your counselor or call ROP at 879-7457.

Fees: There is no cost for high school students.

Location:  Oroville High School

Duration: This two-semester class meets for two hours daily Monday through Friday, and begins in the fall.

Please see the ROP Course Schedule for more class information.

For More Information

Contact:
Regional Occupational Program
2491 Carmichael Drive Suite 100, Chico, CA 95928
Phone: (530) 879 - 7457
Fax: (530) 879 - 7458
Email: rop@bcoe.org