Associate in Arts Degree
Career Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Department of Family and Consumer Science
Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences
J. Frank Malaret, Dean
Rodda North 226
916-558-2401
- Early Childhood, Degree and Career Certificate
- Associate Teacher, Certificate of Completion, Level 3
- Teacher, Career Certificate
- Master Teacher, Degree and Career Certificate
- Site Supervisor, Degree
- Infant Care and Education, Degree
- Infant Care and Education Teacher, Career Certificate
- School-Age Care and Education, Degree
- School-Age Care and Education Teacher, Career Certificate
- Family Child Care, Certificate of Completion, Level 3
- School-Age Assistant Teacher, Certificate of Completion, Level 2
- School-Age Associate Teacher, Certificate of Completion, Level 3
- School-Age Teacher, Career Certificate
- School-Age Master Teacher, Career Certificate
- School-Age Site Supervisor, Degree
- Course Descriptions
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Career Opportunities
This program provides preparation for employment in child development programs, public and private preschools, and children’s centers. The program meets the course requirements for teachers and directors in private child development centers licensed by the California State Department of Social Services, and the Children’s Center Instructional Permit issued by the Teacher Credentialing Commission for teachers in public preschools and children’s centers. Upon completion of the Associate in Arts with a major in Early Childhood Education, plus the requirements for a Site Supervisor Certificate, students would be eligible for the Site Supervisor Child Development Permit. The Infant Care Option provides more focused training for those wishing to work with infants. The School Age Child Care program is designed for those desiring to work with older children. The Associate Teacher, Teacher, Master Teacher, and Site Supervisor Certificates are aligned with the Child Development Permits issued by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing (January 1997). California law requires that teachers in state-funded child care and development centers possess a Child Development Permit. The School-Age Assistant, Associate, Teacher, Master Teacher, and Site Supervisor are aligned with the Child Development Permit Matrix. In addition, Early Childhood Education offers a Teacher Preparation Program that is articulated with California State University, Sacramento.
The following certificates and degrees (Associate Teacher, Teacher, Master Teacher, and Site Supervisor) are aligned with the Child Development Permit matrix issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Early Childhood
Associate in Arts Degree
Career Certificate
This program provides preparation for employment in early care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for staff and directors (with administration courses as electives) in private early care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The A.A. degree course work is aligned with the Child Development Permits issued by the Teacher Credentialing Commission for staff in state funded early care and education programs. California law requires that staff in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
The A.A. degree meets the requirements of the Teacher Permit under alternative qualifications option two.
Career Opportunities
Students receiving an A.A. degree in Early Childhood are eligible for employment at many levels in the diverse early care and education field. They may serve as teachers or with the appropriate administration classes as a director in a privately owned setting. They would also be prepared for employment in other settings that require knowledge of child development and best practices for programs.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 300, Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: ECE 322, Promoting Children’s Social Competence (3) ECE 342, Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education (3) ECE 343, Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3) ECE 344, Principles of Pre-School Skills Building: Planning Creative Play Environments (3) ECE 360, Art in Early Childhood (3) ECE 362, Music for Children (3) ECE 415, Children’s Health, Safety and Nutrition, or FCS 346, Children’s Health, Safety and Nutrition (3) |
3 |
| ECE 320, Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 321, Advanced Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 400, Children with Exceptional Needs (3) or ECE 404, Children with Special Needs (3) or ECE 402, Infants with Atypical Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 430, Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| Total Units Required | 27 |
Suggested Electives
ECE 192, 305, 323, 330, 331, 350, 356, 358, 420, 422, 424, 450, 498; ENGLT 370.
Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.)
The Associate in Arts Degree may be obtained by completing general education requirements, plus the required program, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.
Career Certificate
The Career Certificate may be obtained by completion of the required program with grades of “C” or better.
Associate Teacher
Certificate of Completion, Level 3
This program provides preparation for employment in early care and education settings. The courses in the program offer a well-rounded foundation in theory and practice for early childhood educators. The program meets the course requirements for staff at the teacher level in private early care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The Associate Teacher Certificate course work is aligned with the Child Development Associate Teacher Permit issued by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Career Opportunities
Students with the Associate Teacher Certificate are eligible for employment as teachers in private early care and education programs. With the addition of 50 days of three plus hours per day of experience, they are eligible for the Associate Teacher Permit which makes them eligible for positions in state funded programs. California law requires that teachers in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312 Child Development (3) or FCS 312 Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314 The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314 The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312 The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: ECE 320 Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education (4) or ECE 300 Introduction to Early Childhood Education (3) |
3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: ECE 192 Organizing the Environment for Teaching and Learning: Planning Activities, Routines, Physical Setting (1) ECE 342 Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education (3) ECE 343 Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3) ECE 344 Principles of Pre-School Skills Building: Planning Creative Play Environments (3) ECE 360 Art in Early Childhood (3) ECE 362 Music for Children (3) |
3 |
| Total Units Required | 12 |
Certificate of Completion
The Certificate of Completion may be obtained by completion of the required program with grades of “C” or better.
Teacher
Career Certificate
This program provides preparation for employment in early care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for staff at the teacher level in private early care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The Teacher Certificate course work is aligned with the Child Development Teacher Permit issued by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing. California law requires that teachers in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
The requirements for the Teacher Career Certificate include completion of the required 24 units plus 16 graduation level general education units, including one course from each of the following: English, Humanities, Social Science, and Mathematics or Science. Students who complete the Career Certificate and have 175 days of teaching experience within the last four years may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Career Opportunities: Students with the Teacher Certificate are eligible for employment at teachers in private early care and education programs. With the addition of 175 days of three plus hours per day of experience within the last four years they are eligible for the Teacher Permit which makes them eligible for positions in state funded programs.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 300, Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: ECE 322, Promoting Children's Social Competence (3) ECE 342, Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education (3) ECE 343, Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3) ECE 344, Principles of Pre-School Skills Building: Planning Creative Play Environments (3) ECE 360, Art in Early Childhood (3) ECE 362, Music for Children (3) ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (3) or FCS 346, Children's Health, Safety, and Nutrition (3) |
3 |
| ECE 320, Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 321, Advanced Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| ECE 430, Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| Total Units Required | 24 |
Career Certificate
The requirements for the Teacher Career Certificate include completion of the required 24 units plus 16 graduation level general education units, including one course from each of the following: English, Humanities, Social Science, and Mathematics or Science. Students who complete the Career Certificate and have 175 days of teaching experience within the last four years may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Master Teacher
Associate in Arts Degree
Career Certificate
This program provides preparation for employment in early care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for staff at the teacher level in private early care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The Master Teacher A.A. Degree is aligned with the Child Development Master Teacher Permit issued by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing. California law requires that teachers in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
Students who complete the Master Teacher A.A. Degree and have 350 days of teaching experience within the last four years may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Master Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Career Opportunities
Students with the Master Teacher A.A. Degree are eligible for employment as teachers in private early care and education programs. With the addition of 350 days of three plus hours per day of experience within the last four years they are eligible for the Master Teacher Permit which makes them eligible for positions in state funded programs. They are also eligible to apply to the California Early Childhood Mentor Teacher Program to become mentors for less experienced staff. They would also be prepared for employment in other settings that require knowledge of child development and best practices for programs serving young children.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 300, Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| A minimum of 6 units from the following: ECE 190, The Art of Storytelling and Expressive Listening (2) ECE 322, Promoting Children's Social Competence (3) ECE 323, The Effective Parent-Teacher (3) ECE 342, Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education (3) ECE 343, Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3) ECE 344, Principles of Pre-School Skills Building: Planning Creative Play Environments (3) ECE 360, Art in Early Childhood (3) ECE 362, Music for Children (3) ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (Same as FCS 346) (3) |
6 |
| ECE 320, Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 321, Advanced Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 430, Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 424, Adult Supervision: Mentoring in a Collaborative Learning Setting | 2 |
| Specializations for Master Teacher | Units |
|---|---|
| Infant Care Specialization (6 units): ECE 330, Infant Development 3 units ECE 331, Education and Care of Infants in Group Settings 3 units |
6 |
| School-Age Care Specialization (6 units): ECE 356, Programs for the School-Age Child 3 units ECE 358, Activities for the Child (Six to Fourteen Years) 3 units |
6 |
| Art with Children Specialization (6 units): ECE 360, Art in Early Childhood 3 units ARTH 300, Introduction to Art, or ART 320, Design: Fundamentals 3 units |
6 |
| Music with Children Specialization (6 units): ECE 362, Music for Children 3 units MUFHL 331, World Music: Africa, Europe, and the Middle East 3 units |
6 |
| Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (6 units): ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition Specialization 3 units FCS 340, Nutrition 3 units |
6 |
| Children with Exceptional Needs Specialization (6 units): ECE 400, Children with Exceptional Needs, or ECE 404, Children with Special Needs 3 units ECE 498, Work Experience in Early Childhood Education with field placement in special education program that integrates children with special needs 3-4 units |
6-7 |
| Total Units Required | 33-36 |
Suggested Electives
ECE 192, 305, 323, 330, 331, 350, 356, 358, 415, 420, 422, 450, 498; ENGLT 370.
Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.)
The Associate in Arts degree may be obtained by completing the required program, plus general education requirements, plus electives sufficient to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.
Career Certificate
The requirements for the Master Teacher Career Certificate include completion of the required units plus 16 graduation level general education units, including one course from each of the following: English, Humanities, Social Science, and Mathematics or Science. Students who complete the Master Teacher Career Certificate and have 350 days of teaching experience within the last four years may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Master Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Site Supervisor
Associate in Arts Degree
Career Certificate
This program provides preparation for employment in early care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for directors in private early care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The A.A. degree course work is aligned with the Child Development Permits issued by the Teacher Credentialing Commission for staff in state funded early care and education programs. California law requires that staff in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
The A.A. degree meets the educational requirements of the Site Supervisor Permit. To be eligible for the Site Supervisor Permit, students must also have 350 days of three plus hours per day withing 4 years to include at least 100 days of supervising adults.
In addition, Early Childhood Education offers a Teacher Preparation Program that is articulated with California State University, Sacramento.
Career Opportunities
Students receiving a Site Supervisor A.A. degree are eligible for employment at many levels in the diverse early care and education field. They may serve as teachers or as directors in a privately owned settings. With the Site Supervisor Permit from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing they would be eligible to supervise a single site of a state funded program. They would also be prepared for employment in other settings that require knowledge of child development and best practices for programs.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 300, Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: ECE 322, Promoting Children's Social Competence (3) ECE 342, Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education (3) ECE 343, Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3) ECE 344, Principles of Pre-School Skills Building: Planning Creative Play Environments (3) ECE 360, Art in Early Childhood (3) ECE 362, Music for Children (3) ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (Same as FCS 346) (3) |
3 |
| ECE 320, Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 321, Advanced Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 400, Children with Exceptional Needs (3) or ECE 404, Children with Special Needs (3) or ECE 402, Infants with Atypical Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| ECE 420, Administration of Child Development Centers | 3 |
| ECE 422, Advanced Coordination and Supervision of Child Development Programs | 3 |
| ECE 424, Adult Supervision: Mentoring in a Collaborative Learning Setting | 2 |
| ECE 430 Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| Total Units Required | 35 |
Suggested Electives
ECE 192, 305, 323, 330, 331, 350, 356, 358, 450, 498; ENGLT 370.
Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.)
The Associate in Arts degree may be obtained by completing the required program, plus general education requirements, plus electives sufficient to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.
Infant Care and Education
Associate in Arts Degree
This program provides preparation for employment in early care and education settings. The Infant Care and Education A.A. degree emphasizes knowledge and skills for working with children birth to age three. The program meets the course requirements for staff at the teacher level working with infants in private early care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The Teacher Certificate course work is aligned with the Child Development Teacher Permit issued by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing. California law requires that teachers in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
Career Opportunities
Students with the Infant Care and Education A.A. degree are eligible for employment as teachers with infants in private early care and education programs. With the appropriate administration units as electives they may be eligible to direct a private center that serves infants. The Infant Care and Education A.A. Degree makes the student eligible for the Teacher Permit under alternative qualifications, option 2.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 330, Infant Development (3) | 3 |
| ECE 331, Education and Care of Infants in Group Settings | 3 |
| ECE 300, Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| ECE 404, Children with Special Needs (3) or ECE 402, Infants with Atypical Development (3) or ECE 400, Children with Exceptional Needs (3) |
3 |
| ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (3) or FCS 346, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (3) |
3 |
| ECE 430, Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: ECE 322, Promoting Children's Social Competence (3) ECE 342, Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education (3) ECE 343, Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3) ECE 344, Principles of Pre-School Skills Building: Planning Creative Play Environments (3) ECE 360, Art in Early Childhood (3) ECE 362, Music for Children (3) ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (3) |
3 |
| Total Units Required | 28 |
Suggested Electives
ECE 320, 321, 323, 342, 343, 344, 360, 362, 402, 415, 420, 422, 424, 498; ENGLT 370.
Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.)
The Associate in Arts Degree may be obtained by completing the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.
Infant Care and Education Teacher
Career Certificate
This program provides preparation for employment in early care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for staff at the teacher level working with infants in private early care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The Teacher Certificate course work is aligned with the Child Development Teacher Permit issued by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing. California law requires that teachers in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
The requirements for the Teacher Permit include completion of 24 ECE units plus 16 graduation level general education units, including one course from each of the following: English, Humanities, Social Science, and Mathematics or Science. Students with 175 days of teaching experience within the last four years may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Career Opportunities
Students with the Teacher Certificate are eligible for employment as teachers with infants in private early care and education programs. Upon completion of the general education units and with 175 days of three plus hours per day of teaching experience within the last four years they are eligible for the Teacher Permit which makes them eligible for positions in state funded programs.
Enrollment Limitations: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 330, Infant Development (3) | 3 |
| ECE 331, Education and Care of Infants in Group Settings | 3 |
| ECE 300, Introduction to Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| ECE 404, Children with Special Needs (3) or ECE 402, Infants with Atypical Development (3) or ECE 400, Children with Exceptional Needs (3) |
3 |
| ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (3) or FCS 346, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (3) |
3 |
| ECE 430, Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: ECE 322, Promoting Children's Social Competence (3) ECE 342, Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education (3) ECE 343, Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3) ECE 344, Principles of Pre-School Skills Building: Planning Creative Play Environments (3) ECE 360, Art in Early Childhood (3) ECE 362, Music for Children (3) ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (3) |
3 |
| Total Units Required | 28 |
Career Certificate
The Career Certificate may be obtained by completion of the required program with grades of “C” or better.
School-Age Care and Education
Associate in Arts Degree
This program provides preparation for employment in school age care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for staff and directors(with administration courses as electives), in private care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The A.A. degree course work is aligned with the Child Development Permits issued by the Teacher Credentialing Commission for staff in state funded early care and education programs. California law requires that staff in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
The School-Age A.A. degree meets the requirements of the Teacher Permit with the School-Age emphasis under alternative qualifications option two.
In addition, Early Childhood Education offers a Teacher Preparation Program that is articulated with California State University, Sacramento.
Career Opportunities
Students receiving an A.A. degree in School-Age Care and Education are eligible for employment at many levels in the diverse school-age and early care and education field. They may serve as teachers or with the appropriate administration classes as directors in privately owned settings. They would also be prepared for employment in other settings that require knowledge of child development and best practices for programs. The School-Age A.A. Degree offers opportunities that would be excellent preparation for transfer into a K-8 teacher preparation program.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 356, Programs for the School-Age Child | 3 |
| ECE 358, Activities for the School-Age Child (Six to Fourteen Years) | 3 |
| ECE 320, Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 350, Introduction to Elementary Teaching with Field Experience | 3 |
| ECE 450, Science Activities for School-Age Children | 3 |
| ECE 430, Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| ECE 400, Children with Exceptional Needs (3) | 3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: ECE 322, Promoting Children's Social Competence (3) ECE 342, Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education (3) ECE 343, Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3) ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (Same as FCS 346) (3) |
3 |
| Total Units Required | 32 |
Suggested Electives
ECE 190, 192, 300, 305, 322, 323, 330, 342, 343, 344, 360, 362, 404, 415, 420, 422, 424, 498; ENGLT 370.
Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.)
The Associate in Arts Degree may by obtained by completing general education requirements, plus the required program, plus electives sufficient to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.
School-Age Care and Education Teacher
Career Certificate
This program provides preparation for employment in school-age care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for staff as the teacher level in private school-age care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The School-Age Teacher Certificate course work is aligned with the Child Development Teacher Permit with the School-Age emphasis issued by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing. California law requires that teachers in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
The requirements for the Child Development School-Age Teacher Permit include completion of the required 24 units of ECE plus 16 graduation level general education units, including one course from each of the following: English, Humanities, Social Science, and Mathematics or Science. Students who complete the Career Certificate and have 175 days of teaching experience within the last four years may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
In addition Early Childhood Education offers a Teacher Preparation Program that is articulated with California State University, Sacramento.
Career Opportunities
Students with the School-Age Teacher Certificate are eligible for employment as teachers in private school-age care and education programs. With the addition of 175 days of three plus hours per day of experience within the last four years they are eligible for the Teacher Permit with the School-Age emphasis which makes them eligible for positions in state funded programs. The School-Age Certificate offers opportunities that would be excellent preparation for transfer into a K-12 teacher preparation program or a career in recreation programs for children.
Enrollment Limitations: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 356, Programs for the School-Age Child | 3 |
| ECE 358, Activities for the School-Age Child (Six to Fourteen Years) | 3 |
| ECE 450, Science Activities for School-Age Children | 3 |
| ECE 350, Introduction to Elementary Teaching with Field Experience | 3 |
| ECE 430, Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: ECE 320, Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education (4) ECE 321, Advanced Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education (4) ECE 322, Promoting Children’s Social Competence (3) ECE 342, Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education (3) ECE 343, Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3) ECE 360, Art in Early Childhood (3) ECE 400, Children with Exceptional Needs (3) ECE 415, Children’s Health, Safety and Nutrition (Same as FCS 346) (3) |
3 |
| Total Units Required | 25 |
Career Certificate
The Career Certificate may be obtained by completion of the required program with grades of “C” or better.
Family Child Care
Certificate of Completion, Level 3
This program prepares students to operate early care and education programs within their own homes. The courses listed exceed the course requirements for the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Students may wish to learn more about specific age groups by enrolling in additional courses focusing on different ages.
Career Opportunities
Students completing this certificate will have the required units to open and operate a family child care business in their homes. Community Care Licensing requires additional background checks, home inspection, etc. before a provider may become licensed. These courses are also acceptable for work in licensed centers and count towards the Child Development Permit.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 305, Introduction to Family Child Care | 1 |
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 300, Introduction to Early Childhood Education (3) or ECE 498, Work Experience in Early Childhood Education (1 -4) |
1-4 |
| ECE 320, Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education (4) or ECE 331, Education and Care of Infants in Group Settings (3) |
3-4 |
| Total Units Required | 12-16 |
Certificate of Completion
The Certificate of Completion may be obtained by completion of the required courses with grades of “C” or better.
There is no degree in Family Child Care at this time.
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Certificate of Completion, Level 2
The following certificates and degrees (School-Age Assistant Teacher, School-Age Associate Teacher, School-Age Teacher, School-Age Master Teacher, and School-Age Site Supervisor are aligned with the School-Age Child Development Permit matrix issued by Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
This program provides preparation for employment in school age care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for staff at the assistant level in private early care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The School Age Assistant Teacher Certificate course work is aligned with the Child Development School Age Assistant Teacher Permit issued by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing. California law requires that teachers in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
Career Opportunities
Students with the School Age Assistant Certificate are eligible for employment as assistants or aides in private early care and education programs. They may be eligible for the School Age Assistant Teacher Permit which makes them eligible for positions in state funded programs.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development or FCS 312, Child Development |
3 |
| ECE 358, Activities for the School-Age Child (Six to Fourteen Years) | 3 |
| ECE 410, Health & Safety in Child Care Settings | 1 |
| Total Units Required | 7 |
Students who complete the required courses for the School-Age Assistant Teacher Certificate of Completion may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Assistant Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Certificate of Completion
The Certificate of Completion may be obtained by completion of the required courses with grades of “C” or better.
School-Age Associate Teacher
Certificate of Completion, Level 2
The following certificates and degrees (School-Age Assistant Teacher, School-Age Associate Teacher, School-Age Teacher, School-Age Master Teacher, and School-Age Site Supervisor are aligned with the School-Age Child Development Permit matrix issued by Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
This program provides preparation for employment in school-age care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for staff at the teacher level in private school-age care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The School-Age Associate Teacher Certificate course work is aligned with the Child Development Associate Teacher Permit with the School-Age emphasis issued by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing. California law requires that teachers in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
In addition Early Childhood Education offers a Teacher Preparation Program that is articulated with California State University, Sacramento.
Career Opportunities
Students with the School Age Associate Certificate are eligible for employment as school-age teachers in private school-age care and education programs. With the addition of 50 days of three plus hours per day of teaching experience within two years they are eligible for the School-Age Associate Teacher Permit which makes them eligible for positions in state funded programs. The program offers coursework that is valuable preparation for a career teaching in elementary education.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| A minimum of 6 units from the following: ECE 356, Programs for the School-Age Child (3) ECE 358, Activities for the School-Age Child (Six to Fourteen Years) (3) ECE 350, Introduction to Elementary Teaching with Field Experience (3) |
6 |
| Total Units Required | 12 |
Certificate of Completion
The Certificate of Completion may be obtained by completion of the required program with grades of “C” or better.
Students who complete the required courses for the School-Age Associate Teacher Certificate of Completion and have the required career experience may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Associate Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
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Career Certificate
The following certificates and degrees (School-Age Assistant Teacher, School-Age Associate Teacher, School-Age Teacher, School-Age Master Teacher, and School-Age Site Supervisor are aligned with the School-Age Child Development Permit matrix issued by Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Career Opportunities
Individuals with the School-Age Teacher certificate will be qualified to work in school-age before-school, after-school, and other school-age child care centers that are state funded. This certificate, in addition to the experience requirements,will authorize individuals to apply for a permit that will allow them to provide instruction and supervise Assistant and Associate Teachers in programs serving youths up to age fourteen.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 400, Children with Exceptional Needs | 3 |
| ECE 356, Programs for the School-Age Child | 3 |
| ECE 350, Introduction to Elementary Teaching with Field Experience | 3 |
| ECE 410, Health & Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| ECE 358, Activities for the School-Age Child (Six to Fourteen Years) | 3 |
| ECE 430, Culture & Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 498, Work Experience in Early Childhood Education (School-age)* | 1-4 |
| FCS 312, Child Development | 3 |
| FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 450, Science Activities for School-Age Children | 3 |
| Total Units Required | 26-29 |
*75 hours paid or 60 hours volunteer experience per unit plus 18 hours lecture. Placement must be in a school-age program.
Career Certificate
Completion of the 26 units shown plus 16 General Education units, including one course from each of the following: English, Humanities/Fine Arts, Social Science, and Mathematics or Science. Students who complete the Career Certificate and have the required career experience may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
School-Age Master Teacher
Career Certificate
The following certificates and degrees (School-Age Assistant Teacher, School-Age Associate Teacher, School-Age Teacher, School-Age Master Teacher, and School-Age Site Supervisor are aligned with the School-Age Child Development Permit matrix issued by Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
This program provides preparation for employment in school-age care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for staff at the teacher level in private early care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The School-Age Master Teacher Certificate course work is aligned with the Child Development Master Teacher Permit with the School-Age emphasis issued by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing. California law requires that teachers in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
The requirements for the School-Age Master Teacher Permit include completion of the required units plus 16 graduation level general education units, including one course from each of the following: English, Humanities, Social Science, and Mathematics or Science. Students who complete the Master Teacher Career Certificate and have 350 days of teaching experience within the last four years may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Master Teacher Permit with School-Age emphasis issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
In addition Early Childhood Education offers a Teacher Preparation Program that is articulated with California State University, Sacramento.
Career Opportunities
Students with the School-Age Master Teacher Certificate are eligible for employment as teachers in private early care and education programs. With the addition of 350 days of three plus hours per day of experience within the last four years they are eligible for the Master Teacher Permit with the School-Age emphasis which makes them eligible for positions in state funded programs. They are also eligible to apply to the California Early Childhood Mentor Teacher Program to become mentors for less experienced staff.
Enrollment Eligibility:To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3)
or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3)
or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 356, Programs for the School-Age Child | 3 |
| ECE 358, Activities for the School-Age Child (Six to Fourteen Years) | 3 |
| ECE 450, Science Activities for School-Age Children | 3 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1)
or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| ECE 320, Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 350, Introduction to Elementary Teaching with Field Experience | 3 |
| ECE 430, Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 424, Adult Supervision: Mentoring in a Collaborative Learning Setting | 2 |
| [ ECE 330, Infant Development (3) and ECE 331, Education and Care of Infants in Group Settings (3) ] or [ ECE 356, Programs for the School-Age Child (3) and ECE 358, Activities for the School-Age Child (Six to Fourteen Years) (3) ] ] or [ [ ART 320, Design: Fundamentals (3) or ARTH 300, Introduction to Art (3) ] and ECE 360, Art in Early Childhood (3) ] ] or [ MUFHL 331, World Music: Africa, Europe, and the Middle East (3) and ECE 362, Music for Children (3) ] or [ ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (3) and FCS 340, Nutrition (3) ] or [ [ ECE 404, Children with Special Needs (3) or ECE 400, Children with Exceptional Needs (3) ] and ECE 498, Work Experience in Early Childhood Education (1 - 4) ] |
4 - 7 |
| Total Units Required | 32-35 |
*75 hours paid or 60 hours volunteer experience per unit plus 18 hours lecture. Placement must be in a school-age program.
Career Certificate
Completion of the units shown above plus 16 General Education units, including one course from each of the following: English, Humanities, Social Science, and Mathematics or Science. Students who complete the Career Certificate and have the required career experience may be eligible to apply for the Child Development Master Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
School-Age Site Supervisor
Associate in Arts Degree
The following certificates and degrees (School-Age Assistant Teacher, School-Age Associate Teacher, School-Age Teacher, School-Age Master Teacher, and School-Age Site Supervisor are aligned with the School-Age Child Development Permit matrix issued by Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
This program provides preparation for employment in school-age care and education settings. The program meets the course requirements for directors in private care and education settings licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. The School-Age Site Supervisor A.A. degree course work is aligned with the Child Development Permits issued by the Teacher Credentialing Commission for staff in state funded early care and education programs. California law requires that staff in state funded early care and education settings possess a Child Development Permit.
The A.A. degree meets the educational requirements of the Site Supervisor Permit with a School-Age emphasis. To be eligible for the Site Supervisor Permit, students must also have 350 days of three plus hours per day withing 4 years to include at least 100 days of supervising adults.
In addition, Early Childhood Education offers a Teacher Preparation Program that is articulated with California State University, Sacramento.
Career Opportunities
Students receiving an School-Age Site Supervisor A.A. degree are eligible for employment at many levels in the diverse early care and education field. They may serve as teachers or as directors in a privately owned settings serving children of multiple ages. With the Site Supervisor Permit with the School-Age emphasis from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing they would be eligible to supervise a single site of a state funded program. This program offers excellent preparation for a career teaching in elementary education or recreation with children.
Enrollment Eligibility: To be eligible for enrollment in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- ability to pass the Criminal Record Clearance or receive an exemption proving they are eligible to work with children
- test negative for tuberculosis
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| ECE 312, Child Development (3) or FCS 312, Child Development (3) |
3 |
| ECE 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or FCS 314, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) or SOC 312, The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
3 |
| ECE 356, Programs for the School-Age Child | 3 |
| ECE 358, Activities for the School-Age Child (Six to Fourteen Years) | 3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: ECE 322, Promoting Children's Social Competence (3) ECE 342, Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education (3) ECE 343, Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3) ECE 344, Principles of Pre-School Skills Building: Planning Creative Play Environments (3) ECE 360, Art in Early Childhood (3) ECE 362, Music for Children (3) ECE 415, Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition (3) |
3 |
| ECE 450, Science Activities for School-Age Children | 3 |
| ECE 320, Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| ECE 410, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) or HEED 330, Health and Safety in Child Care Settings (1) |
1 |
| ECE 350, Introduction to Elementary Teaching with Field Experience | 3 |
| ECE 400, Children with Exceptional Needs | 3 |
| ECE 430, Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECE 420, Administration of Child Development Centers | 3 |
| ECE 422, Advanced Coordination and Supervision of Child Development Programs | 3 |
| ECE 424, Adult Supervision: Mentoring in a Collaborative Learning Setting | 2 |
| Total Units Required | 40 |
Electives
ECE 192, 305, 321, 322, 323, 330, 331, 342, 343, 344, 360, 362, 404, 415, 498; ENGLT 370; FCS 346.
Associate in Arts Degree
The Associate in Arts Degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.