Guiding and Caring

Course code ECED 1107

Credit 2.0

Length 40.0 hours

Course outline View

This course introduces students to a variety of theoretical perspectives and positive approaches to guiding children's behavior and promoting their healthy emotional and social development. It focuses on best practices that ensure a positive and encouraging approach.

Prerequisites

What you will learn

  • 1. Terms related to guiding and caring young children
  • 2. Theoretical Foundations of Child Guidance
  • 3. Child Development and Guidance
  • 4. Factors Affecting Behaviour
  • 5. Direct and Indirect Guidance; the importance of physical environment
  • 6. Intervention Strategies
  • 7. Canadian Theoretical Perspectives
  • 8. Guidance and Self-Concept
  • 9. Resilience and Stress in Childhood

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

Select your program to see the available course schedules.

CRN# Duration Delivery Location
72667 September 16, 2026
to November 18, 2026
Lecture VCC Downtown Campus See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

CRN# Duration Delivery Location
60430 May 4, 2027
to July 20, 2027
Lecture VCC Downtown Campus See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial. Learn about VCC’s commitment to decolonization and Indigenization.