Guiding Children's Behaviour - ELCC 1008

This introductory course provides an understanding of children's behaviour in a developmental context, and the importance of realistic expectations of children in various stages. The social development of the young child will be examined in the context of positive guidance to support self-regulation. Appropriate strategies to help children to develop positive self-esteem and develop appropriate behaviour will be discussed. The prevention of behaviour problems through developmentally appropriate practices and interventions will be emphasized.

Note: Restricted to Early Learning and Child Care and Open Studies.


This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Edmonton
Spring Jul. 2 - Aug. 22, 2025 Thu, Fri: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 20489 A01 No
Spring Jul. 2 - Aug. 22, 2025 Thu, Fri: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
 20490 A02 No
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025 Thu: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 41132 A01 No
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025 Thu: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 41133 A02 No
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025 Thu: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 41134 A03 No
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025 Fri: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
 41135 A04 No
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025 Sat: 01:00 - 04:00 pm
 42381 E01 No
Fall Oct. 3 - Nov. 23, 2025 Tue: 06:30 - 09:30 pm
Fri: 01:00 - 04:00 pm
Fri: 09:00 am - 12:00 pm
 41136 Q01 No
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 22, 2026 Thu: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 11161 A01 No
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 22, 2026 Fri: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 11162 A02 No
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 22, 2026 Fri: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
 11163 A03 No
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 22, 2026 Sat: 01:00 - 04:00 pm
 11164 E01 No
Spring May 4 - Aug. 21, 2026 Thu: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 20531 A01 No
Spring May 4 - Aug. 21, 2026 Fri: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 20532 A02 No
Spring May 4 - Aug. 21, 2026 Fri: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 20533 A03 No
Spring May 4 - Aug. 21, 2026 Fri: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 20534 A04 No
This course is offered in an online setting. Your course will be taught in real-time at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Online
Spring Jul. 2 - Aug. 22, 2025 Thu, Fri: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 20491 O01 No
Spring May 4 - Aug. 21, 2026 20535 O01 No

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This course can be taken through Open Studies or through one of our many programs. Read our application guide and apply now.

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