early childhood Education
The Early Childhood Education program provides an eductional and practical foundation for students interested in working with children from infancy through third grade. In addition to theoretical principles, the curriculum offers practical skills and on-site training that will prepare students for employment in the field of Early Childhood Education. The program leads to a certificate in Early Childhood Education and/or an Associate in Science degree. The EAR courses will also fulfill the required child development course work for the state issued Child Development Permit. Information regarding this permit and/or the Early Childhood Education Certificate is available from the Early Childhood Education Department.
Upon completion of the requirements for the certificate program and 16 units of special courses in general education, the student has fulfilled the course requirements for the Child Development Permit, teacher level. See the State guildelines for experience qualifications and additional levels.
The Early Childhood Education Program offers two Associate in Science Degree programs and two locally approved certificate programs.
Associate in Science Degrees:
- Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Intervention
Locally Approved Certificates:
- Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher
- Early Childhood Education/Twelve Core Units
Click here for course requirements for the Early Childhood Education Program.
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