Early Childhood Studies: Program Director/Administration Emphasis
Award Type: Certificate of Achievement
Completion of the ECS: Program Director/Administration certificate of achievement
program would qualify students for a Site Supervisor-level permit issued by the California
Commission on Teacher Credentialing. This prepares the student to work in Title 5,
Title XXII, and federally-funded programs serving students in state-licensed early
care and education settings.
The graduate of the Certificate of Achievement
in
Early Childhood Studies: Program Director/Administration Emphasis will:
Understand and apply child development theories and principles.
Identify and implement observation, documentation and other assessment strategies.
Value and cultivate collaborative family and community relationships.
Identify, develop and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and teaching practices to positively guide children's behavior and learning.
Develop self-reflective habits and grow as members of the early childhood profession to understand the complexities of working with diverse groups of families, children, staff and the community.
Develop an environment that honors the diversity of the learning community - through empowerment, equity, respect and dignity.
Program Requirements
A major of 48 units is required for the certificate. Required core courses (42
units)
Allan Hancock College provides quality educational opportunities that enhance student learning and the creative, intellectual, cultural, and economic vitality of our diverse community.
