Early Childhood Development Program
AA – Early Childhood Development
This degree requires 31 units of work in ECD and includes theoretical courses, hands-on application classes, and a supervised work experience (practicum) opportunity. General education courses are also required for the AA Degree in ECD. Graduates are qualified as Teachers. Graduates may transfer to a four-year institution. With eight additional units in administration and supervision graduates are qualified to be at the site supervisor level on the Child Development Permit.
Freshman Year
| Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| ECD 50 - Principles and Practices | 3 |
| ECD 56 - Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ECD 62 - Child, Family and Community | 3 |
| ECD 63 - Early Childhood Curriculum | 4 |
| ECD 95/96 - Work Experience and Work Experience Seminar | 2 |
| General Education Units | |
| Total Units | 30 |
Sophomore Year
| Courses | Units |
|---|---|
| ECD 54 - Child Health, Safety and Nutrition | 3 |
| ECD 60 - Introduction to the Young Child with Exceptional Needs | 3 |
| ECD 69 - Child Study: Observation and Assessment | 3 |
| ECD 79- Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| ECD 90 - Practicum - Supervised Work Experience | 4 |
| General Education | |
| Total Units Required for AA Degree in Early Childhood Development | 60 |
