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Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, students will be able to
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a variety of settings with
children and families with a commitment to uphold ethical
standards
• Recognize the importance of community engagement and
their role as local, national and global advocates for children,
families and the community
• Integrate developmentally appropriate practices and apply
them to curriculum design for teaching young children
• Demonstrate skills in building culturally responsive
partnerships with children and families
1. Meet the requirements for this certificate level.
2. Complete the following.
Current Infant and Child CPR/First Aid Certificate required.
Child Development
A.A. Degree
The A.A. degree vocational training program prepares future early childhood workers and educators to work with diverse children in early childhood settings. The program prepares students for entry-level careers or entrance into a bachelor’s degree program in Child Development studies. The degree program focuses on integrating developmentally appropriate knowledge and practice, and developing professional competencies and job skills. Students learn how to build partnerships with local, national and international resource organizations in order to advocate effectively for the needs of children and families. The degree fulfills the Child Development course requirements to qualify for the Child Development Permit Site Supervisor on the California Child Development Matrix. Students who wish to qualify as a site supervisor must also take CD 59G “Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Management Systems)”, CD 59H “Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Leadership Skills)” and CD 67 “Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Adult Supervision)”.
Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, students will be able to
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a variety of settings with
children and families with a commitment to uphold ethical
standards
• Build partnerships with local, national and international
resource organizations in order to advocate effectively for the
needs of children and families
• Integrate developmentally appropriate practices and their
application to teaching young children
• Demonstrate skills in building relationships with children and
families
1. Meet the A.A./A.S. degree requirements.
2. Complete the following.
Current Infant and Child CPR/First Aid Certificate required.
CD 10G CD 10H
CD 12 CD 50
CD 52 CD 54 CD 64
CD 68
Child Development (The Early Years) 4
also listed as PSYC 10G
Child Growth and Development
(Middle Childhood and Adolescence) 4 also listed as PSYC 10H
Child, Family and Community
Interrelationships 4 Principles and Practices of Teaching
Young Children 4 Observation and Assessment of Children 4 Curriculum for Early Childhood Programs 4 Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the
Young Child 4 Teaching in a Diverse Society 4
Complete a minimum of three units: 3
CD 53 CD 55
CD 56 CD 57
CD 58 CD 59G
CD 59H
CD 60 CD 61
CD 63 CD 67 CD 71 EDUC 1
Creative Art for the Young Child (3) Literacy Development and Activities
for the Young Child (3)
Understanding and Working with
English Learners (3)
Self-Assessment for Teachers of
Young Children Using Reflective Practice: Field Experience (5)
Infant/Toddler Development (5)
Supervision and Administration of
Child Development Programs
(Management Systems) (4)
Supervision and Administration of
Child Development Programs
(Leadership Skills) (4)
Introduction to Children with Special Needs (3) Music and Movement
(Developmental Foundations) (3)
Math and Science Activities for the
Young Child (3)
Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Adult Supervision) (3) Constructive Guidance and Positive Discipline in Early Childhood (3)
Introduction to Elementary Education in a Diverse Society (3)
CD 10G CD 10H
CD 12 CD 50
CD 52 CD 54 CD 55
Child Development (The Early Years) 4
also listed as PSYC 10G
Child Growth and Development
(Middle Childhood and Adolescence) 4 also listed as PSYC 10H
Child, Family and Community
Interrelationships 4 Principles and Practices of Teaching
Young Children 4 Observation and Assessment of Children 4 Curriculum for Early Childhood Programs 4 Literacy Development and Activities
for the Young Child 3 Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the
Young Child 4 Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Adult Supervision) 3
4
3
Practicum Requirement: 5
CD 51A Basic Student Teaching Practicum 5
Total Units Required ......................................40
CD 53 CD 56
CD 58
Creative Art for the Young Child (3) Understanding and Working with English Learners (3)
Infant/Toddler Development (5)
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CD 64
CD 67
CD 68
Complete a minimum of three units:
Teaching in a Diverse Society