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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 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 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 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.

Elective: Choose One

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.

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.

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.

WFPR 100 Career Skills and Resource Lab

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.

WFPR101 Lab 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 200Early 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.

Congratulations! You’ve
Earned a Preschool
Teacher Certificate!

Start Your Career or Earn Additional CertificatesStart your career as a preschool teacher or take additional courses to earn the 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 as a preschool teacher.