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Child Development - Level I

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Contact: Tony HenryTitle: Department Co-ChairContact: ahenry@mtsac.edu
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Business Division
Certificate M0663

The Child Development - Level I certificate is designed for the student who desires general knowledge about the foundations of child development and who has an interest in teaching young children. This certificate meets the Title 22 education requirements for a fully qualified teacher. In Title 5 programs, this certificate meets the educational requirements for an Assistant/Aide position. This certificate includes the identified core courses for the Associate Teacher Child Development Permit. Fifty (50) days of experience is required to complete the permit requirements.

Required Courses

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  • Child Development - Level I

    Business Division
    Certificate M0663

    The Child Development - Level I certificate is designed for the student who desires general knowledge about the foundations of child development and who has an interest in teaching young children. This certificate meets the Title 22 education requirements for a fully qualified teacher. In Title 5 programs, this certificate meets the educational requirements for an Assistant/Aide position. This certificate includes the identified core courses for the Associate Teacher Child Development Permit. Fifty (50) days of experience is required to complete the permit requirements.

    Required Courses

    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý1Child, Family, School and Community3
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý5Principles and Practices in Child Development 91Ö±²¥s 13
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý6Introduction to Child Development Curriculum 13
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý11Child and Adolescent Development 13
    Total Units12
    1

    Documentation of tuberculosis (TB) clearance is required.

  • Child Development - Level II

    Business Division
    Certificate N0656
    The Child Development - Level II Certificate enhances the student’s knowledge beyond Level I, providing additional skills and knowledge working with young children. This certificate advances student towards units needed to become a fully qualified teacher.

    Required Courses

    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    Completion of the Child Development - Level I coursework12
    PLUS
    Completion of the Child Development- Level II coursework6
    Total Units18
    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    Child Development - Level I Coursework
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý1Child, Family, School and Community3
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý5Principles and Practices in Child Development 91Ö±²¥s 13
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý6Introduction to Child Development Curriculum 13
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý11Child and Adolescent Development 13
    Total Units12
    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    Child Development - Level II Coursework
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý50Teaching in a Diverse Society3
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý64Health, Safety, and Nutrition of Children3
    Total Units6
    1

    Documentation of tuberculosis (TB) clearance is required.

  • Child Development - Level III

    Business Division
    Certificate N0655

    The Child Development Level III certificate increases skills in planning for children by focusing on different areas of curriculum. With 175 days of experience and the completion of 16 specific G.E. Units in Areas A, B, C and D, this certificate meets the Title 5 education requirements for a fully qualified teacher.

    Required Courses

    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    Completion of the Child Development - Level I coursework12
    PLUS
    Completion of the Child Development - Level II coursework6
    PLUS
    Completion of the Child Development - Level III coursework6
    Total Units24
    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    Child Development - Level I Coursework
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý1Child, Family, School and Community3
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý5Principles and Practices in Child Development 91Ö±²¥s 13
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý6Introduction to Child Development Curriculum 13
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý11Child and Adolescent Development 13
    Total Units12
    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    Child Development - Level II Coursework
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý50Teaching in a Diverse Society3
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý64Health, Safety, and Nutrition of Children3
    Total Units6
    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    Child Development - Level III Coursework
    Choose two courses from the following:6
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý51
    Early Literacy in Child Development
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý61
    Language Arts and Art Media for Young Children
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý62
    Music and Motor Development for Young Children
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý63
    Math and Science for Young Children
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý68
    Introduction to Children With Special Needs 1
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý73
    Infant and Toddler Development 1
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý84
    Guidance and Discipline in Child Development Settings
    Total Units6
    1

    Documentation of tuberculosis (TB) clearance is required.

  • Child Development

    Business Division
    Degree S1315

    This program provides a theoretical framework and practical experience developing skills necessary to work directly in preschool classrooms. Graduates can be employed at the teacher or master teacher level. The program develops students’ skills and abilities in observation and assessing, planning and executing activities, and classroom management based on developmentally appropriate practices. Degree requirements exceed the identified eight (8) courses for transfer by requiring additional practical experience and curriculum courses.

    This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:

    Required Courses

    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý1Child, Family, School and Community3
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý5Principles and Practices in Child Development 91Ö±²¥s 23
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý6Introduction to Child Development Curriculum 23
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý11Child and Adolescent Development 23
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý64Health, Safety, and Nutrition of Children3
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý66Early Childhood Development Observation and Assessment 12
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý66LEarly Childhood Development Observation and Assessment Laboratory 11
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý68Introduction to Children With Special Needs 23
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý69Early Childhood Development Field Work Seminar2
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý91Early Childhood Development Field Work 11
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý84Guidance and Discipline in Child Development Settings3
    Choose one of the following sequences:3
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý67
    Early Childhood Education Practicum 1
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý67L
    Early Childhood Education Practicum Laboratory 1
    OR
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý86
    Infant Toddler Practicum Seminar
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý87
    Infant Toddler Practicum Field Work Experience 1
    Choose two courses from the following list6
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý61
    Language Arts and Art Media for Young Children
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý62
    Music and Motor Development for Young Children
    °ä±á³¢¶ÙÌý63
    Math and Science for Young Children
    Total Units36

    Note: These courses are acceptable for the Child Development requirements leading to the Child Development Permit.

    1

    Students must provide documentation of influenza, pertussis (TDap), and measles immunization, as well as TB clearance, as required by SB792 prior to being permitted to enroll in this class. Instructions on submitting documentation are available at Child Development Center.

    2

    Documentation of tuberculosis (TB) clearance is required.

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Department Contact

Contact: Tony HenryTitle: Department Co-ChairContact: ahenry@mtsac.edu

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Location: Building 73Phone: (909) 274-4645