Social (Helpers)

Partner with peers of all abilities to create functional and sculptural ceramics using hand-building and the wheel. Learn 3D design and craftsmanship. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 9, 10, 11 & 12.

Create alongside peers of all abilities while exploring drawing, painting, mixed media, and sculpture. Build skills and confidence. No experience needed. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 9, 10, 11 & 12.

Join an inclusive movement class focused on creativity and access. Learn dance elements and sample multiple styles in a welcoming environment. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 9, 10, 11 & 12.

Create theater in an inclusive ensemble through improv and scripted work, culminating in an in-class production. (½ year - ½ credit) 10, 11 & 12.

Examine how identity forms and changes, and how relationships shape who we are. Read contemporary texts and media while practicing analysis, discussion, and reflective writing. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 11 & 12.

Read and discuss literature from diverse cultures and identities. Explore themes of assimilation, conflict, protest, empowerment, and belonging across fiction, drama, poetry, and nonfiction. (1 year - 1 credit) 11 & 12.

Consider what makes a successful life and how people cope with loss. Read contemporary literature and media, discuss multiple perspectives, and write with empathy and clarity. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 11 & 12.

Study how writers use literature and film to challenge injustice. Trace movements across the 20th century to today and craft persuasive, well-supported arguments. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 11 & 12.

Cook in a collaborative kitchen with peers of all abilities. Learn safety, sanitation, nutrition, menu planning, purchasing, and prepare meals for Brickview. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 9, 10, 11 & 12.

Study how children grow from prenatal to preschool years. Explore parenting, early childhood careers, and hands-on caregiving through a weekend infant simulator project. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 10, 11 & 12.

Examine personal growth, relationships, and future life decisions. Build communication skills through team-building, discussions, debates, and projects while studying human development. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 9, 10, 11 & 12.

Study human development and family systems across the lifespan in depth. Complete required field study and a summer assignment while building college-level research and writing skills. Forty hours of student field study is a UConn/ECE requirement. This rigorous college-level course mirrors university expectations with advanced projects and independent work. (1 year - 1 credit) 11 & 12.

*UConn equivalent course: HDFS 1070: Individual & Family Development (3 credits)

Prepare for early childhood careers through the CDA pathway. Study child development, early learning, and family engagement using national standards. (1/2 year - 1 credit) 11 & 12.

Prerequisite: FGD501 and teacher recommendation.

Designed for students completing the Preschool Educator and Child Development Associate (CDA) pathway, in this course you will apply foundational knowledge of child development, early learning, and family engagement through supervised practicum experiences in preschool or early childhood settings. You will complete required observation and participation hours, practicum documentation, and portfolio artifacts in preparation for early childhood careers and postsecondary study. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 11 & 12.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation.

Explore teaching as a career. Learn lesson planning, classroom management, learning styles, and the role of education in the United States. Job shadow teachers and practice planning across subjects. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 10, 11 & 12.

Explore how your passions in art, science, sports, or technology can lead to a career in education. Learn what it’s like to work in schools, how teaching and learning happen, and the big ideas shaping education today. Study the history, philosophy, and social foundations of education, and discover how you can make a difference for the next generation. This rigorous college-level course mirrors university expectations with advanced projects and independent work (1/2 year – 1/2 credit) 11 & 12.

Prerequisite: FIT601 and/or FIF705 or Instructor Approval.

*UConn equivalent course: EDCI 1100: If You Love It, Teach It (3 Credits)

Learn the fundamentals of human thought processes and behavior. Explore human development, gender, motivation, personality and psychological disorders. Build foundational knowledge for college-level psychology through experiments, discussion, and self-reflection. (1 year - 1 credit) 12.

Examine core concepts and theories of human development and behavior. Explore classic and modern research, major perspectives, and mental processes. This college-level, dual-enrollment course combines rigorous AP preparation with ECSU college credit opportunities and mirrors university-level expectations for research, analysis, and critical thinking. (1 year - 1 credit) 12.

* ECSU equivalent course PSY 100: General Psychology (3 credits)

Analyze big questions about morality, free will, and identity through philosophy, psychology, and modern media. Discuss pop culture, literature, and film to explore how ideas shape our world. (1 year - 1 credit) 11 & 12.

Study human social behavior by exploring culture, family, education, and inequality. Learn how sociologists use research to understand real-world issues and consider careers in the field. (1 year - 1 credit) 11 & 12.

Examine how individuals, groups, and institutions interact to shape society. Explore themes like diversity, culture, family, and social forces. This dual-enrollment course mirrors university-level expectations for research, discussion, and analysis, offering opportunities to earn college credit. (1 year - 1 credit) 11 & 12.

* UConn equivalent course: SOCI1001:Sociology (3 credits)

Train for a rewarding career in healthcare. Through labs, hands-on skill practice, and clinical experiences, you 'll prepare for the CNA exam and earn state certification. A great first step toward nursing or medical careers. (1 year – 1/2 credit classroom and 1 credit clinical, double channel) 12 

Prerequisite: Teacher/counselor approval

To learn more about the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Pipeline Program, click here.

Earn dual credentials in medical interpretation and nursing assistance. Bilingual students gain real-world healthcare experience through labs, clinical work, and cultural awareness training. Paired with CNA/CNA clinical courses second semester. (1 year - 2 credits) 12.

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

To learn more about the Medical Interpreter (CNA) Pipeline Program, click here.

Prepare for a fast-paced career in emergency medical services. Through classroom lessons, hands-on labs, and ambulance ride-alongs, you 'll learn life-saving skills and earn eligibility to take the National EMT exam. (1/2 year - 2 credits) 12.

Prerequisite: Teacher/counselor approval

To learn more about the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Pipeline Program, click here.

Explore a variety of Allied Health careers in this college-level course. Hear from professionals, learn medical terminology, and gain CPR and First Aid certification while studying teamwork in healthcare. This rigorous college-level course will help you decide if a career in healthcare is right for you. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 10, 11 & 12.

*UConn equivalent course AH1100 Allied Health (1 credit)

Discover the unique ecosystem of Long Island Sound through hands-on labs and fieldwork. Study marine organisms, water quality, and human impact on coastal environments. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 9, 10, 11 & 12.

Engage in college-level study in Introduction To AP/UConn Environmental Science. Prepare for AP Environmental Science by exploring ecosystems, biodiversity, conservation, and human impact. Build lab and field skills to succeed in future AP courses while connecting science to real-world sustainability. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 9, 10 & 11.

Explore how humans impact the planet while studying topics like climate change, energy, pollution, and ecosystems. Other course topics may include geology, weather, ecology, agriculture. Through labs and projects, you'll learn practical ways to make a difference. Cannot be taken in conjunction with Biology or AP Environmental Science. (1 year - 1 credit) 11 & 12.

Discover how living and nonliving systems interact on Earth. Explore sustainability, climate change, pollution, and resource management through labs and field studies. Perfect for students passionate about protecting our planet. This rigorous college-level course mirrors university expectations with advanced labs, projects, and independent study. (1 year - 1 credit) 10, 11 & 12.

* UConn equivalent course: NRE1000 Environmental Science (3 credits)

Step into the role of a crime scene investigator. Apply biology, chemistry, and physics to solve mock cases through lab work, evidence analysis, and teamwork. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 11 & 12.

Discover how everyday choices impact the planet and explore creative ways to live sustainably. Study recycling, energy use, and eco-friendly habits to shrink your environmental footprint. (½ year - ½ credit) 9, 10, 11 & 12.

Explore how the human body works from cells and tissues to organs and systems. You'll dive into hands-on labs, group research, and real dissections to understand how structure and function connect. (1 year - 1 credit) 11 & 12.

Take a deep dive into the human body at a college level. Study tissues, organs, and systems through advanced labs and dissections, while connecting classroom knowledge to current medical research. This rigorous college-level course mirrors university expectations with advanced labs, including the dissection of a cat, projects, summer work, and independent study. (1 year - 1 credit) 11 & 12.

*ECSU equivalent course: Biology 204: Human Biology and Disease (3 credits).

Study how the human body moves and performs. Learn about exercise science, biomechanics, and sports medicine while exploring careers in physical therapy, athletic training, and health fields. Apply biology, chemistry, and physics to real human movement. This course can be taken before, after, or in conjunction with Allied Health. (1 year - 1 credit) 11 & 12.

Explore how diseases spread and how we can prevent them. Study bacteria, viruses, and the body's immune response while practicing lab techniques used in public health and medicine. This rigorous college-level course requires advanced labs, projects, and independent study.  (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 11 & 12.

Prerequisite: SHM701 recommended (not required) 

*UConn Equivalent course: PUBH 1001: Introduction to Public Health (3 credits)

Explore the diversity of animal life across the planet, from local species to exotic wildlife. Learn about evolution, adaptations, and how animals behave within their ecosystems. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 11 & 12.

Discover the science behind animal care by learning about various careers working with animals, laws protecting animals and groups that drive changes in those laws. The domestication of animals (including genetics and artificial selection) will be covered, along with animal behaviors and training. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 10, 11 & 12.

Discover the science behind animal care by learning about various careers working with animals, laws protecting animals and groups that drive changes in those laws. The domestication of animals (including genetics and artificial selection) will be covered, along with animal behaviors and training. (1/2 year - 1/2 credit) 10, 11 & 12.