Early Childhood Studies: Elementary Education with Bilingual/Bicultural Emphasis
Award Type: Certificate of Achievement
Completion of Elementary Education with Bilingual/ Bicultural Emphasis would quality 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: Elementary Education with Bilingual/Bicultural 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 (children, families, staff and community) through empowerment, equity, respect and dignity.
Program Requirements
A major of 42 units is required for the certificate. Demonstration of proficiency in Spanish and in English is required (see note). Required core courses (39 units):
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECS 100 | Child Growth and Development | 3.0 |
| ECS 101 | Child, Family and Community | 3.0 |
| ECS 104 | Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children | 3.0 |
| ECS 105 | Observation and Assessment | 3.0 |
| ECS 106 | Introduction to Early Childhood Curriculum | 3.0 |
| ECS 116 | Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3.0 |
| ECS 117 | Teaching the Hispanic Child | 3.0 |
| ECS 118 | Practicum: Preschool | 3.0 |
| ECS 119 | Practicum: Infant/Toddler | 3.0 |
| ECS 125 | Curriculum for School-Age Children | 3.0 |
| ECS 130 | Exploring Teaching | 3.0 |
| or | ||
| EDUC 130 | Exploring Teaching | 3.0 |
| ECS 132 | Child Identity and Learning | 3.0 |
| or | ||
| EDUC 132 | Child Identity And Learning | 3.0 |
| EDUC 133 | Technology For Educators | 3.0 |
Plus a minimum of 3 units selected from the following:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECS 102 | Child Health, Safety & Nutrition | 3.0 |
| ECS 122 | Positive Child Guidance | 3.0 |
| ECS 303 | Introduction to Early Childhood | 2.0 |
| EMS 102 | First Aid & Safety | 3.0 |
| ENGL 137 | Children's Literature | 3.0 |
| MUS 110 | Music Fundamentals | 2.0 |
| SPAN 104 | Intermediate Spanish II | 5.0 |