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YOUR PATHway TO CAREERs in early childhood education*

Follow this sequence to earn advanced early education
certificates at NOCE.

YOUR PATHway TO CAREERs in early childhood education*

Follow this sequence to earn advanced early education
certificates at NOCE.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
ECED 100Early Childhood Development
ECED 100An introduction to the developmental stages of children from prenatal to middle childhood with emphasis on the physical, cognitive, language and social/emotional milestones. Application of developmental and learning theories addressed. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
ECED 105Family and Community Relationships
ECED 105Examination of the sociological relationships between family and society; institutional, racial, social, and economical factors affecting the family and the child. Textbook required. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
ECED 110Early Childhood Education: Principles and Practice
ECED 110Course examines the history, basic principles, and philosophies of various types of early childhood programs, emphasizing the role of the adult and characteristics of quality programs. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing, for employment in private facilities only. Textbook required. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
Start career as a Preschool Assistant Teacher or continue on the path and earn a Preschool Teacher or Infant Care Teacher certificate.
Congratulations! You have
earned Your Preschool
Assistant Teacher Certificate!
Preschool Teacher
ECED 120Curriculum for Early Childhood Education, Introduction
ECED 120(Prerequisite: ECED 100: Early Childhood Development) This course provides the foundation for curriculum planning, implementation, observation, assessment and evaluation. Emphasis includes modalities, learning styles, environments, activities, schedules, routines and adaptations to facilitate learning for all children. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities. Textbook required. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
ECED 115Child Health and Safety
ECED 115For teachers and directors of pre-schools, this course will focus on the skills and knowledge needed for developing emergency plans and responding to health and safety issues in the classroom. Textbook required. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
ECED 205Children with Special Needs
ECED 205This course offers a broad study of children with special needs and early childhood education as it relates to inclusion. This course covers federal and state laws and regulations, terminology and definitions, appropriate practices and intervention. This course is part of a program approved by Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
ELECTIVEChoose One
ELECTIVEChoose One
Congratulations!
You have earned Your Preschool Teacher or Infant Care Teacher Certificate!
Infant Care Teacher
ECED 120Curriculum for Early Childhood Education, Introduction
ECED 120(Prerequisite: ECED 100: Early Childhood Development) This course provides the foundation for curriculum planning, implementation, observation, assessment and evaluation. Emphasis includes modalities, learning styles, environments, activities, schedules, routines and adaptations to facilitate learning for all children. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities. Textbook required. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
ECED 115Child Health and Safety
ECED 115For teachers and directors of pre-schools, this course will focus on the skills and knowledge needed for developing emergency plans and responding to health and safety issues in the classroom. Textbook required. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
ECED 205Children with Special Needs
ECED 205This course offers a broad study of children with special needs and early childhood education as it relates to inclusion. This course covers federal and state laws and regulations, terminology and definitions, appropriate practices and intervention. This course is part of a program approved by Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
ECED 210Infant Toddler Care and Education
ECED 210This course explores the theories, principles and practices of an infant/toddler program. Content includes respectful, responsive care giving; licensing and regulation issues; and enriching, safe, healthy developmentally appropriate environments. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
Preschool Director
ECED 400Child Care Supervision and Administration
ECED 400(Prerequisites: ECED 100 Early Childhood Development, and ECED 105Family Community Relations, and ECED 110 ECE Program Principles and Practice, and ECED 115 Child Health and Safety, and ECED 120 Curriculum for Early Childhood Education, Introduction.) This course covers the laws and regulations to operate a childcare center. Upon completion, the student will have learned business and management skills, health and safety, and parent/child relationship. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities.
ELECTIVESChoose Two: ECED 200, ECED 215, ECED 220, ECED 225, WFPR 100, WFPR 101
ECED 200 Early Childhood Education: Science and Math Plan, organize and implement activities that help children develop skills, appreciation and enthusiasm for science and math. Textbook Required. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities. ECED 215 Language Arts and Literacy in Early Childhood This course examines the teacher’s role in promoting and facilitating children’s emerging literacy and language development through the use of storytelling, books, songs, flannel board stories and puppetry. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services, for employment in a private facility. ECED 220 Early Childhood Education: Creative Experiences In this course, students explore and experience how developmentally appropriate creative experiences can enhance children’s learning while developing fine motor, creative expression and problem-solving skills. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities. ECED 225 Early Childhood Education: Music and Movement Explores areas of music and movement appropriate to a child’s development through participating and experimenting. Textbook Required. This course is part of a program approved by the California Department of Social Services for employment in private facilities. WFPR 100 Career Skills and Resource Lab Free, flexible scheduling to complete and receive help on homework and training on computer, industry related and employability skills. WFPR 101 Virtual Career Skills and Resource Lab Lab designed for online students to have access to seminars, assistance, and resources related to Career Technical Education and/or employment skills.
Congratulations!
You have earned
Your Preschool
Director Certificate!
Start your career as a Preschool Teacher or Infant Care Teacher or continue on the path to earn a Preschool Director Certificate.
*The program meets the educational requirements of the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Divison to work in a licensed private preschool or childcare center.

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OTEC 105Microsoft Outlook Fundamentals
OTEC 105This course introduces students to Microsoft Outlook. Students will learn how to organize and manage emails, schedule appointments, create and manage task and contact records, and customize Outlook.