FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES
Child Development Courses
Intro to Child Development
Grades 9-10
1 Trimester
Non-RAI
This course provides a strong background for any student that enjoys children or is interested in
pursuing a career in education or childcare. Students will study the development, care and education
of children from conception through age one. Career opportunities related to education and children
will be explored.
Developing Child I
Non-RAI
Grades 11-12
1 Trimester
Can take one or both trimesters in either order.
Learn about children as they grow and develop from ages one to six. Emphasis will be placed on the
application of this knowledge in parenting and childcare settings. Physical, emotional, social and
intellectual development of the child will be studied. The role of the parent or caregiver will be
explored.
Developing Child II
Non-RAI
Grades 11-12
1 Trimester
Can take one or both trimesters in either order.
Learn about children as they grow from age seven through adolescence. Students will explore stress,
child abuse and special needs children’s impact on family. Children’s health, safety and early
education are studied. Students will explore careers involving working with children.
(Concurrent) Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Grades 11-12 2 Trimesters
Non-RAI
This is an excellent course for students that intend to work in early childhood, elementary education,
or childcare. This course provides an overview of the philosophy and history of early childhood
education and gives an understanding of early childhood programming in developmentally
appropriate practice in addition to evaluating the essentials of early childhood education. Topics
include childcare settings, the role of the childcare professional, and related career fields. This course
leads to a CDA Credential. (NIACC ECE 103)
Child Care Field Experience
Non-RAI
Grades 11-12
1 Trimester
Prerequisite: Minimum of 2 trimesters of Intro to Child Development, Developing Child or Early Childhood
Education
Planning and carrying out activities to stimulate a child’s physical, social, emotional and intellectual
growth will be part of the course work. Issues concerning the health and safety of a child will be
studied. Students will have opportunities to observe and interact with children of different ages at
selected sites in the community. Student must have successfully completed Intro to Early Childhood
Education ECE 103 or Developing Child course. (Hours count toward CDA certification.)
CULINARY ARTS/RESTUARANT MANAGEMENT COURSE OPTIONS: PROSTART
ProStart is an industry-based program that prepares students for careers in the restaurant and food
service industries.
The ProStart Curriculum includes:
 Basic food preparation
 Purchasing
 Inventory control
 Culinary nutrition and techniques
 Sanitation and workplace safety
 Hospitality management
 Front and back-of-house operations
 Menu planning and development
 Food cost and control
 Marketing
The program places an emphasis on teamwork and interpersonal skills, academics, and technical
skills. It requires adherence to dress, food sanitation, and safety codes. Students also have the
opportunity to perform 250 documented hours of culinary-related work that can go toward the
national business and industry certification.
Each ProStart course (Level 1 & Level 2) is 3 trimesters in length and are most beneficial to the
student when taken in sequence. Priority is given to students who have completed ProStart 1.0 & 1.1.
Intro to Culinary Arts_ProStart 1.0
Grades 9-10
1 Trimester
Non-RAI
This introductory course provides the foundation for all other ProStart courses. Learn basic food
preparation terms, techniques, safety and sanitation. Explore careers in the food service and
hospitality industry. Emphasis is placed on employability skills that transfer to all career areas.
(This course plus two additional trimesters is a requirement for enrollment in Food Production and
Services: Comet Cafe.)
Culinary Arts_ProStart 1.1
Grades 9-10
1 Trimester
Non-RAI
Learn communication and management essentials necessary for a successful career. Food
preparation skills covered include sauces (the foundation for any great chef), soups, fruits and
vegetables.
Culinary Arts_ProStart 1.2
Grades 11-12
1 Trimester
Non-RAI
Potatoes, pasta, sandwiches and breakfast food preparation skills are covered during this trimester
along with learning how to serve guests, set tables and maximize tips.
Culinary Arts_ProStart 2.3
Grades 11-12
1 Trimester
Non-RAI
Learn about costing, purchasing, and marketing the foods you prepare. Meat, poultry, and seafood
preparation techniques will be learned in this course. Strongly recommended for students interested
in being in Food Production & Services: Comet Cafe.
Global Foods_ProStart 2.4
Grades 11-12
1 Trimester
Non-RAI
Learn about the "greening" of the foodservice industry as a start to the course. Students will learn
about many different cultures as they prepare cuisines from around the world.
Advanced Baking_ProStart 2.5
Grades 11-12
1 Trimester
Non-RAI
The world of baking is explored this trimester. Everything from breads to desserts will be studied.
Comet Cafe/Food Production & Services
Non-RAI
Grade 12
3 Trimesters
Prerequisite: Students must have successfully completed 3 trimesters of ProStart courses including
ProStart 1.0 to enroll in this course.
Students enrolled in this course will be involved in the operation of the Comet Café. Students will be
responsible for menu development, grocery shopping, cost analysis, menu pricing, marketing, food
production and service. Students must be willing to pay attention to detail and work in a fast paced
environment and put in time outside of class. Students will complete the National Restaurant
Associations ServSafe course and exam for ServSafe Certification.
Culinary Science
Grade 10-12
1 Trimester
Non-RAI
Culinary Science will focus on a hands-on-learning approach to the vast world of food. Students will
develop basic culinary skills along with knowledge of the associated sciences. This will create the
opportunity for students to embark on careers in culinary arts, food science, nutrition, and beyond.
HEALTH
Culinary Science
Grade 10-12
1 Trimester
Non-RAI
Culinary Science will focus on a hands-on-learning approach to the vast world of food. Students will
develop basic culinary skills along with knowledge of the associated sciences. This will create the
opportunity for students to embark on careers in culinary arts, food science, nutrition, and beyond.
Exploring Science Careers 1.1 & 1.2
Grades 11-12
2 Trimesters
Non-RAI
This course provides a brief history of science related occupations in additions to today's health care
delivery system and related health care issues. Professional skills and behaviors are addresses. Direct
observation and research of science careers is also a component. (This class may be taken for 1 or 2
trimesters or 1 semester, if student is enrolled in Intro to Biotechnology)
Exploring Science Careers 2.1
Grades 11-12
1 Semester
Non-RAI
This course provides a brief history of science related occupations in additions to today's health care
delivery system and related health care issues. Professional skills and behaviors are addresses. Direct
observation and research of science careers is also a component. (This class may be taken for 1 or 2
trimesters or 1 semester, if student is enrolled in Intro to Biotechnology)
(Concurrent) Medical Terminology I
Non-RAI
Grades 11-12
1 Trimester
May not be taken the same year as Medical Terminology II
This is an introduction of basic medical terminology utilizing a programmed, word-building system
to learn word parts to construct and analyze new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition,
usage, and pronunciation. This course is an online course with a teacher proctor.