Provides students with the minimal level of education to work with children in a group
setting.
Includes required classes in the core areas (development; child, family, and community;
curriculum).
Allows students to qualify for Assistant Teacher, Associate Teacher, Teacher, and
Site Supervisor* permits.
*Site Supervisor Permit: Teacher Certificate requirements plus experience of 350 days
of 3+ hours per day within 4 years including at least 100 days supervising adults
plus 16 general education units in English/Language Arts, Math/Science, Social Sciences,
and Humanities/Fine Arts.
You can use this to:
Enhance career opportunities as:
Child Care Center Associate Teacher
Child Care Center Teacher
Child Care Center Administrator
Preschool Teacher
All professionals working with children are required to have a clean criminal record,
to demonstrate freedom from tuberculosis (TB), and to demonstrate the physical ability
to perform all of the duties of a professional position working directly with children.
Early-childhood education "improves children's cognitive abilities, helps to create
a foundation for lifelong learning, makes learning outcomes more equitable, reduces
poverty and improves social mobility from generation to generation.
(OECD, 2012)
What will I learn?
To examine teaching and care practices that provide a developmentally appropriate
program to support children's growth, development, and learning.
To identify one's own values, experiences, and philosophies and how they guide and
inform practices.
To integrate understandings of children's development and needs to maintain healthy,
safe, supportive, and challenging learning environments that demonstrate culturally
relevant, inclusive, age-appropriate, and anti-bias approaches respectful of children,
families, and early learning professionals.
To design appropriate strategies and program policies in compliance with California
state laws and regulations that guide the administration of respectful and responsive
quality care and education programs.
Thank you so much for all your productive feedback, prompt grading, and for caring
about all of your students and the children who will benefit from them. It has been
a pleasure for me to be part of this class...
—Online Student
What courses do I take?
Note: Some courses within the major may have a required prerequisite. If you feel
you have equivalent knowledge and skills to those included in the prerequisite course
through professional experience, licensure, or certification, you have the opportunity
to submit a Prerequisite Challenge to be reviewed by the faculty chair. For the Prerequisite
Challenge to be considered, you must submit documentation/verification to substantiate
the basis for the challenge. Please consult a counselor for more information regarding
Prerequisite Challenge.
Complete all of the following courses
3.0 Units C-ID: ECE 120 Principles & Practices of Teaching Young Children Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100
54 hours lecture. This course provides historical context and theoretical perspectives
of developmentally appropriate practices in early care and education for children
from birth through age eight. The course emphasizes best practices for developmentally
appropriate learning environments, curriculum, and effective pedagogy for young children
including how play contributes to children's learning, growth, and development. Topics
include professional ethics, career pathways, professional standards, and the typical
roles and expectations of early childhood educators. Students are required to observe
children in a group setting.
3.0 Units C-ID: ECE 130 Introduction to Curriculum Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100
54 hours lecture.This course explores developmentally appropriate curriculum and environments
for children from birth through age eight. Students use knowledge of children's development,
theories of learning and development, and examples from various models of developmentally
appropriate practice to plan environments and curriculum in all content areas to support
children's development and learning integrated throughout indoor and outdoor settings.
Students are required to observe children in a group setting.
3.0 Units C-ID: CDEV 110 Child Family and Community Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100
54 hours lecture. This course examines the processes of socialization focusing on
the interrelationship of family, school, and community, and the influence of multiple
societal contexts. Students explore the role of collaboration between family, community,
and schools in supporting children's development, from birth through adolescence.
Students are required to observe children in a group setting. Approved for IGETC Area
4, CSU GE Area D, Local GE Area 2.
3.0 Units C-ID: CDEV 100 Child Growth and Development Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100
54 hours lecture. This course examines progression of development in the physical,
cognitive, social, and emotional domains and identifies developmental milestones for
children from conception through adolescence. There is an emphasis on interactions
between biological processes and environmental factors. Students observe children,
evaluate individual differences, and analyze characteristics of development at various
stages according to developmental theories. Approved for IGETC Area 4, CSU GE Area
D or E, Local GE Area 2.
3.0 Units C-ID: ECE 220 Health, Safety and Nutrition Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100
54 hours lecture. This course introduces the laws, regulations, standards, policies,
procedures, and best practices related to health, safety, and nutrition in care and
education settings for children from birth through middle childhood. Topics covered
include the teacher's role in prevention strategies; nutrition and meal planning;
integrating health, safety, and nutrition experiences into daily routines; and overall
risk management. Students are required to observe children in a group setting. Students
are required to observe children in a group setting. Approved for Local GE Area 7.
3.0 Units C-ID: ECE 230 Teaching in a Diverse Society Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100
54 hours lecture. This course examines the impact of various societal influences on
the development of children's social identity, covering developmentally appropriate,
inclusive, culturally relevant, and anti-bias approaches. Self-examination and reflection
on issues related to social identity, stereotypes, and bias are explored. Students
are required to observe children and environments where children are in a group setting.
Approved for Local GE Area 6.
54 hours lecture. This course focuses on the appropriate use of assessment and observation
tools and strategies to document young children's development and learning. This course
emphasizes the use of findings to inform and plan learning environments and experiences.
Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools are
explored, along with strategies for collaboration with families and professionals.
Students are required to observe children in a group setting.
3.0 Units C-ID: ECE 210 Practicum in Early Childhood Education Prerequisite: CHDV C100, CHDV C102, CHDV C104, CHDV C106, CHDV C121, CHDV C125, CHDV
C200.
36 hours lecture/54 hours laboratory. In this course, students demonstrate developmentally
appropriate early childhood planning and teaching competencies under the supervision
of Early Childhood Education/Child Development (ECE/CD) faculty and other qualified
early education professionals. Students utilize practical classroom experiences to
make connections between theory and practice, develop professional behaviors, and
build a comprehensive understanding of children and families. Reflective practice
is emphasized as student teachers design, implement, and evaluate approaches, strategies,
and techniques that promote development and learning. This course includes exploration
of career pathways, professional development, and teacher responsibilities. Students
work in a supervised field experience and are required to perform at least 54 hours
of practicum work under the direct supervision of a Master Teacher (or someone who
would qualify as a Master Teacher) in an instructor-approved infant/toddler or preschool
program. School-age program placement is restricted to before- and after-school programs
or kindergarten. Participation in a placement setting requires proof of tuberculosis
(TB) and immunization clearance.
3.0 Units Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100
54 hours lecture. This course introduces the administration of early childhood programs.
It covers program types, budget, management, regulations, laws, and development and
implementation of policies and procedures. The course examines administrative tools,
philosophies, and techniques needed to organize, open, and operate an early care and
education program. Students are required to observe licensed or license-exempt programs
in their community.
3.0 Units Advisory: CHDV C251, ENGL C101, LIBR C100. Limitation on Enrollment: Completion of
9 units of Child Development course work including CHDV C251
54 hours lecture. This course presents effective strategies for personnel management
and leadership in early care and education settings. The course includes legal and
ethical responsibilities, supervision techniques, professional development, and reflective
practices for a diverse and inclusive early care and education program. Students are
required to observe licensed or license-exempt programs in their community.
3.0 Units Advisory: ENGL C101, LIBR C100
54 hours lecture. This course addresses the methods and principles of supervising
student teachers, volunteers, staff, and other adults in early care and education
settings. There is an emphasis on the roles and development of early education professionals
as mentors and leaders. Students are required to observe licensed and license-exempt
programs in their community. This course satisfies the adult supervision requirement
for the Master Teacher level of the Child Development Permit Matrix.
Permit
STATE OF CALIFORNIA CHILD DEVELOPMENT PERMIT: The California Commission on Teacher
Credentialing grants permits in accordance with the Child Development Permit Matrix.
Applications are separate from Cerro Coso Community College and must be submitted
to California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Contact any Child Development faculty
member or visit the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at http://www.ctc.ca.gov/ for more information regarding the Permit Matrix and Professional Growth Advisors.
For all permits, all course work must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.
Supervisor Permit: AA (or 60 units) including 24 ECE/ CD units with core courses,
plus 6 units administration, plus 2 units Adult Supervision.
Program Pathways
All classes needed for this certificate are available at the following campuses: CC Online
See Counseling for specific help with enrolling and completing this major.
How can I afford it?
This degree requires 33.0 units and will likely take 3 semesters.
Approximate Total Costs
CA Residents
33.0 units
at $46 per unit
Equals $1,518 in tuition and fees
Plus approximately $1,980* for books and supplies
Total cost $3,498 for 3 semesters
Non-residents
33.0 units
at $375 per unit
Equals $12,375 in tuition and fees
Plus approximately $1,980* for books and supplies
Total cost $14,355 for 3 semesters
*This is an estimate. Actual costs will vary.
Need help? Financial Aid can help with fee waivers and scholarships and other aid. Make sure to fill out your
FAFSA every January.
