Early Childhood Studies: Special Education
Award Type: Certificate of Achievement
Completion of the ECS: Special Education certificate of achievement program would qualify students up to a Master Teacher-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.The graduate of the Certificate of Achievement in Early Childhood Studies: Special Education 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 43 units is required for certificate. Required core courses (37 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECS 100 | Child Growth and Development | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 101 | Child, Family and Community | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 102 | Child Health, Safety & Nutrition | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 104 | Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 105 | Observation and Assessment | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 106 | Introduction to Early Childhood Curriculum | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 112 | Introduction to Young Children with Disabilities | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 113 | Curriculum and Strategies for Children with Special Needs | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 116 | Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 118 | Practicum: Preschool | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 119 | Practicum: Infant/Toddler | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 149 | Cooperative Work Experience: Occupational | 1.000 - 8.000 units |
| ECS 103 | Introduction to Early Childhood | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ASL 120 | American Sign Language 1 | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 111 | Administration I: Programs in Early Childhood Education | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 114 | Parent/Child Relationships | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 122 | Positive Child Guidance | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| ECS 151 | Infant and Toddler Development | 3.000 - 0.000 units |
| EMS 102 | First Aid & Safety | 3.000 - 0.000 units |