Early Childhood Education focuses on the teaching and care of young children by providing the theoretical background of child development and developmentally appropriate practices of education of young children. Students who complete this degree may enter with junior status to the California State University system, and will be given priority admission to our local CSU campus.
A.S.-Transfer Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Early Childhood Education A.S.-Transfer Degree will:
- Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, and apply theories of early childhood education and child development.
- Demonstrate global consciousness as they work with diverse cultures, families, and individuals and teach children.
- Acquire knowledge and foundational teaching skills necessary to work in the teaching profession.
- Apply effective guidance and teaching strategies that support social growth, learning and identity development, and promote self-confidence.
- Design, implement and evaluate environments and activities that support positive relationships, social skills and learning outcomes for children.
- Apply ethical standards and professional behaviors that demonstrate an understanding knowledge, and a deepening commitment to the child development profession and early childhood education.
Students receiving this transfer degree must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
ADTs also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| CHLD 112 | Principles and Practices of Childhood Education I | 3 |
| CHLD 114 | Home-Child-Community Relations | 3 |
| CHLD 116 | Introduction to Curriculum | 3 |
| CHLD 144 | Health, Safety and Nutrition for Young Children | 3 |
| CHLD 150 | Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| CHLD 154 | Observing and Recording Behavior | 3 |
| PSY 206 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| Required practicum (fieldwork) course and lab: | ||
| CHLD 156 | Practicum in Early Childhood Education | 2 |
| CHLD 156L | Practicum Lab | 1 |
| Total Units | 24 | |
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing - Honors | 4-5 |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| CHLD 112 | Principles and Practices of Childhood Education I | 3 |
| PSY 206 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| Units | 14-15 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| CHLD 114 | Home-Child-Community Relations | 3 |
| CHLD 116 or PHYS 201H | Introduction to Curriculum or Physics A: Mechanics - Honors | 3 |
| POLS C1000 or POLS C1000H | American Government and Politics or American Government and Politics - Honors | 3 |
| Cal-GETC Area 1B: Critical Thinking and Composition | 4 | |
| Cal-GETC Area 3A: Arts | 3 | |
| Units | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| BIOL 105 or BIOL 105H | or Introduction to Biology with Lab - Honors | 4 |
| CHLD 150 | Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| CHLD 154 | Observing and Recording Behavior | 3 |
| CHLD 144 | Health, Safety and Nutrition for Young Children | 3 |
| Cal-GETC Area 1C: Oral Communication | 3 | |
| Units | 16 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| CHLD 156 | Practicum in Early Childhood Education | 2 |
| CHLD 156L | Practicum Lab | 1 |
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 or United States History to 1877 - Honors or United States History since 1865 or United States History since 1865 - Honors or History of Women in the United States or History of Women in the United States - Honors | 3 |
| Cal-GETC Area 5A: Physical Science without Lab | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC Area 6: Ethnic Studies | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Total Units | 61-62 | |
Please make an appointment with a counselor to select elective courses and create a Student Educational Plan. Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADTs) are designed for transfer to the California State University (CSU) system. Additional coursework may be needed for students planning to transfer to the University of California (UC), independent or private institutions, or out-of-state colleges or universities.
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.