Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education
The Early Childhood Education program provides an educational 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 certificates in Early Childhood Education and/ or an Associate of Science Degree. The EAR courses will also fulfill the required child development coursework for the state-issued Child Development Permit.
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Educational Advisor
Anthony Escalera
(951) 222-8557
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Faculty Advisor
Emily Phillippsen
(951) 222-8434
Emily.Phillippsen@rcc.edu
| Early Childhood Education ADT
|
Major Units 25 |
Typical Time to Completion 2 years |
Program Map |
| Early Childhood Education AS
CE
|
Major Units 25 |
Typical Time to Completion 1 year |
Program Requirements |
| Assistant Teacher
CE
|
Major Units 6 |
Typical Time to Completion 1 semester |
Program Requirements |
| Associate Teacher CE
|
Major Units 12 |
Typical Time to Completion 2 semesters |
Program Requirements |
|
Twelve Core Units CE
|
Major Units 12 |
Typical Time to Completion 1 semester |
Program Requirements |
| Early Childhood Intervention Assistant
AS
CE
|
Major Units 28 |
Typical Time to Completion 1 year |
Program Requirements |
| Infant & Toddler Specialization CE
|
Major Units 12 |
Typical Time to Completion 1 semester |
Program Requirements |
If you are interested in Education and Teacher Preparation, you can explore other instructional pathways in Education and Teacher Preparation.
Teach Transitional Kindergarten
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is part of the Pre-K-12 public school system and is the first year of a two-year kindergarten program that uses a modified kindergarten curriculum that is age and developmentally appropriate.
Credentialed teachers interested in taking the required 24 units in early childhood education can consider the following classes. Please visit the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website for more information on TK.
| Strongly Recommended Core Four | Units |
|---|---|
| EAR-20 Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| EAR-24 Introduction to Curriculum | 3 |
| EAR-28 Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children | 3 |
| EAR-42 Child, Family, and Community | 3 |
| Total units | 12 |
| Additional Recommended Classes | Units |
|---|---|
| EAR-25 Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| EAR-26 Health, Safety and Nutrition | 3 |
| EAR-40 Introduction to Children with Special Needs | 3 |
| EAR-43 Children with Challenging Behaviors | 3 |
| EAR-46 Curriculum and Strategies for Children with Special Needs | 3 |
| EAR-47 Childhood Stress and Trauma | 3 |
| EAR-53 Parenting: Guiding Young Children-Approaches to Discipline | 3 |
| EAR-54 Parenting: Contemporary Parenting Issues | 1 |
| Total units | 22 |