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YOUR PATH TO a CAREER in the early childhood education*

Core courses are listed in the order of the program’s
recommended sequence.

YOUR PATH TO a CAREER in early childhood education, preeschool director

Core courses are listed in the order of the program’s recommended sequence.
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.
ECED 120Curriculum for Early Childhood Education, Introduction
ECED 120 Prerequisite(s): 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.
ECED 400Child Care Supervision and Administration
ECED 400 Prerequisite(s): ECED 100 Early Childhood Development, and ECED 105 Family 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.
ECED 200Early Childhood Education: Science and Math
or
ECED 215Language Arts and Literacy in Early Childhood
or
ECED 220Early Childhood Education: Creative Experiences
ECED 200Plan, 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.
or
ECED 215This 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.
or
ECED 220In 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 225Early Childhood Education: Music and Movement
or
WFPR 100 Career Skills and Resource Lab
or
WFPR 101 Virtual Career Skills and Resource Lab
ECED 225Explores 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.
or
WFPR 100Free, flexible scheduling to complete and receive help on homework and training on computer, industry related and employability skills.
or
WFPR 101Lab designed for online students to have access to seminars, assistance, and resources related to Career Technical Education and/or employment skills.
ECED 200Early Childhood Education: Science and Math
ECED 200Plan, 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 215Language Arts and Literacy in Early Childhood
ECED 215This 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 220Early Childhood Education: Creative Experiences
ECED 220In 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.
Elective:
Choose Two
Elective: 2 Required
Congratulations!
You’ve Earned your Early Childhood Education Preschool Director Certificate!
ECED 225Early Childhood Education: Music and Movement
ECED 225Explores 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
or
WFPR101
Virtual Career Skills
and Resource Lab
WFPR 100 Free, flexible scheduling to complete and receive help on homework and training on computer, industry related and employability skills.
or
WFPR101 Lab designed for online students to have access to seminars, assistance, and resources related to Career Technical Education and/or employment skills.
Start your career as a preschool teacher while you complete the final courses required to earn the Preschool Director Certificate.
*The program is recognized by the State of California, Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Devision (Title 22) for private childcare facilities.

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