The field of child development/early childhood education studies involves the study of the developmental patterns and learning theories of children from birth to age twelve. The Certificate of Achievement Child Development Science & Math Integration prepares students to incorporate science, technology, engineering, and mathematical (STEM) concepts into the classroom. Professionals in this field invoke the term development as a way to understand the child’s growth and learning and to inform practice. The Child Development (CHDV) discipline at Pasadena City College offers a curriculum that guides students on various pathways, which may include the attainment of a Transfer Degree (wherein, they can transfer to a 4-year institution and obtain advanced degrees), or an Associate of Science Degree, and/or a Certificate of Achievement in Child Development that will lead students to immediate career opportunities working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and children with special needs.

Courses provide a theoretical foundation and prepare students for careers in Teaching in Early Care and Education schools such as infant, toddler, preschool, or Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs, Elementary Schools (public or private), Before-and After-school programs, Family Child Care Homes, General Education Settings including parks and recreation programs, Medical Centers/Hospitals as a Child Life Specialist, Private Households, non-profit and governmental agencies concerned with the welfare of children, and Social and Human Service programs. Child Development coursework can also lead to work with elementary and secondary age students in a credentialed teaching position.

The Certificate of Achievement Child Development - Science & Math Integration meets the coursework requirement for the California Child Development Teacher (or Master Teacher) permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for employment in Public School Programs (Title 5) and for employment in community care facilities under Title 22 of the California State Department of Social Services. Additionally, a number of courses (1-99) meet General Education requirements for the Associate of Science Degree and Associate in Science for Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree in Early Childhood Education ensures transfer students will complete the lower-division general education requirements as well as many lower-division major requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Child Development prior to transferring to a 4-year institution.

Program Outcomes

- Explain using original written and/or oral presentations, the theories and practices of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of young children as related to STEM conceptual processing.

- Evaluate important factors in planning a STEM curriculum program and the ethical issues involved in implementing this curriculum with young children.

- Compare and contrast the skills necessary for educators in working with and supporting diverse families, structures, and program practices.

- Support developmentally appropriate practices and all relevant curriculum standards in classroom application.

The field of child development/early childhood education studies involves the study of the developmental patterns and learning theories of children from birth to age twelve. The Certificate of Achievement Child Development Multicultural Awareness gives students additional insight into the diverse students and family populations. Professionals in this field invoke the term development as a way to understand the child’s growth and learning and to inform practice. The Child Development (CHDV) discipline at Pasadena City College offers a curriculum that guides students on various pathways, which may include the attainment of a Transfer Degree (wherein, they can transfer to a 4-year institution and obtain advanced degrees), or an Associate of Science Degree, and/or a Certificate of Achievement in Child Development that will lead students to immediate career opportunities that can work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, children with special needs.

Courses provide a theoretical foundation and prepare students for careers in Teaching in Early Care and Education schools such as infant, toddler, preschool, or Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs, Elementary Schools (public or private), Before-and After-school programs, Family Child Care Homes, General Education Settings including parks and recreation programs, Medical Centers/Hospitals as a Child Life Specialist, Private Households, non-profit and governmental agencies concerned with the welfare of children, and Social and Human Service programs. Child Development coursework can also lead to work with elementary and secondary age students in a credentialed teaching position.

The Certificate of Achievement Child Development Multicultural Awareness meets the coursework requirement for the California Child Development Teacher (or Master Teacher) permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for employment in Public School Programs (Title 5) and for employment in community care facilities under Title 22 of the California State Department of Social Services. Additionally, a number of courses (1-99) meet General Education requirements for the Associate of Science Degree and Associate in Science for Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree in Early Childhood Education ensures transfer students will complete the lower-division general education requirements as well as many lower-division major requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Child Development prior to transferring to a CSU.

Program Outcomes

- Explain using original written and/or oral presentations the ability to identify the theories and practices of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical developmental areas of young children.

- Evaluate important factors in planning child educational programs and the ethical issues involved in working with young children.

- Compare and contrast the skills necessary in working with and supporting diverse families, structures, and program practices.

- Support developmental appropriate practices and all relevant curriculum standards.

- Demonstrate critical thinking skills to observe, analyze, synthesize and evaluate ideas and information.

The field of child development/early childhood education studies involves the study of the developmental patterns and learning theories of children from birth to age twelve. The Certificate of Achievement Child Development Multicultural Awareness gives students additional insight into the diverse students and family populations. Professionals in this field invoke the term development as a way to understand the child’s growth and learning and to inform practice. The Child Development (CHDV) discipline at Pasadena City College offers a curriculum that guides students on various pathways, which may include the attainment of a Transfer Degree (wherein, they can transfer to a 4-year institution and obtain advanced degrees), or an Associate of Science Degree, and/or a Certificate of Achievement in Child Development that will lead students to immediate career opportunities that can work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, children with special needs.

Courses provide a theoretical foundation and prepare students for careers in Teaching in Early Care and Education schools such as infant, toddler, preschool, or Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs, Elementary Schools (public or private), Before-and After-school programs, Family Child Care Homes, General Education Settings including parks and recreation programs, Medical Centers/Hospitals as a Child Life Specialist, Private Households, non-profit and governmental agencies concerned with the welfare of children, and Social and Human Service programs. Child Development coursework can also lead to work with elementary and secondary age students in a credentialed teaching position.

The Certificate of Achievement Child Development Multicultural Awareness meets the coursework requirement for the California Child Development Teacher (or Master Teacher) permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for employment in Public School Programs (Title 5) and for employment in community care facilities under Title 22 of the California State Department of Social Services. Additionally, a number of courses (1-99) meet General Education requirements for the Associate of Science Degree and Associate in Science for Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree in Early Childhood Education ensures transfer students will complete the lower-division general education requirements as well as many lower-division major requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Child Development prior to transferring to a CSU.

Program Outcomes

- Explain using original written and/or oral presentations the ability to identify the theories and practices of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical developmental areas of young children.

- Evaluate important factors in planning child educational programs and the ethical issues involved in working with young children.

- Compare and contrast the skills necessary in working with and supporting diverse families, structures, and program practices.

- Support developmental appropriate practices and all relevant curriculum standards.

- Demonstrate critical thinking skills to observe, analyze, synthesize and evaluate ideas and information.

The field of child development/early childhood education studies involves the study of the developmental patterns and learning theories of children from birth to age twelve. Professionals in this field invoke the term development as a way to understand the child’s growth and learning and to inform practice. The Child Development (CHDV) discipline at Pasadena City College offers a curriculum that guides students on various pathways, which may include the attainment of a Transfer Degree (wherein, they can transfer to a 4-year institution and obtain advanced degrees), or an Associate of Science Degree, and/or a Certificate of Achievement in Child Development that will lead students to immediate career opportunities working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age and children with special needs. The Certificate of Achievement Child Development - Language & Literacy gives students additional knowledge of language structure and acquisition in young children.

Courses provide a theoretical foundation and prepare students for careers in Teaching in Early Care and Education schools such as infant, toddler, preschool, or Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs, Elementary Schools (public or private), Before-and After-school programs, Family Child Care Homes, General Education Settings including parks and recreation programs, Medical Centers/Hospitals as a Child Life Specialist, Private Households, non-profit and governmental agencies concerned with the welfare of children, and Social and Human Service programs. Child Development coursework can also lead to work with elementary and secondary age students in a credentialed teaching position.

The Certificate of Achievement Child Development - Language & Literacy meets the coursework requirement for the California Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for employment in Public School Programs (Title 5) and for employment in community care facilities under Title 22 of the California State Department of Social Services. The classroom experience is also mandated. Additionally, a number of courses (1-99) meet General Education requirements for the Associate of Science Degree and Associate in Science for Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree in Early Childhood Education ensures transfer students will complete the lower-division general education requirements as well as many lower-division major requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Child Development prior to transferring to a CSU.

Program Outcomes

- Explain using original written and/or oral presentations the theories and practices of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical areas of development in young children’s linguistic evolution.

- Evaluate important factors in planning a child educational program that supports language development for first and second/third language speakers during their initial developmental years.

- Compare and contrast the skills necessary in working with and supporting diverse families, structures, and program practices that support a linguistically rich environment.

- Support developmental appropriate practices and all relevant language curriculum standards.

The field of child development/early childhood education studies involves the study of the developmental patterns and learning theories of children from birth to age twelve. Professionals in this field invoke the term development as a way to understand the child’s growth and learning and to inform practice. The Child Development (CHDV) discipline at Pasadena City College offers a curriculum that guides students on various pathways, which may include the attainment of a Transfer Degree (wherein, they can transfer to a 4-year institution and obtain advanced degrees), or an Associate of Science Degree, and/or a Certificate of Achievement in Child Development that will lead students to immediate career opportunities working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age and children with special needs. The Certificate of Achievement Child Development - Language & Literacy gives students additional knowledge of language structure and acquisition in young children.

Courses provide a theoretical foundation and prepare students for careers in Teaching in Early Care and Education schools such as infant, toddler, preschool, or Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs, Elementary Schools (public or private), Before-and After-school programs, Family Child Care Homes, General Education Settings including parks and recreation programs, Medical Centers/Hospitals as a Child Life Specialist, Private Households, non-profit and governmental agencies concerned with the welfare of children, and Social and Human Service programs. Child Development coursework can also lead to work with elementary and secondary age students in a credentialed teaching position.

The Certificate of Achievement Child Development - Language & Literacy meets the coursework requirement for the California Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for employment in Public School Programs (Title 5) and for employment in community care facilities under Title 22 of the California State Department of Social Services. The classroom experience is also mandated. Additionally, a number of courses (1-99) meet General Education requirements for the Associate of Science Degree and Associate in Science for Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree in Early Childhood Education ensures transfer students will complete the lower-division general education requirements as well as many lower-division major requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Child Development prior to transferring to a CSU.

Program Outcomes

- Explain using original written and/or oral presentations the theories and practices of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical areas of development in young children’s linguistic evolution.

- Evaluate important factors in planning a child educational program that supports language development for first and second/third language speakers during their initial developmental years.

- Compare and contrast the skills necessary in working with and supporting diverse families, structures, and program practices that support a linguistically rich environment.

- Support developmental appropriate practices and all relevant language curriculum standards.

The field of child development/early childhood education involves the study of the developmental patterns and learning theories of children from birth to age twelve. Professionals in this field evoke the term development as a way to understand the child’s growth and learning and to inform practice. The Child Development (CHDV) discipline at Pasadena City College offers a curriculum that guides students on various pathways, which may include the attainment of a Transfer Degree (wherein, they can transfer to a 4-year institution and obtain advanced degrees), or an Associate of Science Degree, and/or a Certificate of Achievement in Child Development that will lead students to immediate career opportunities working with infants, toddlers, and children with special needs between the age of birth to three, as well as children between the ages of 3 and 5.

Courses provide a theoretical foundation and prepare students for careers in Teaching in Early Care and Education schools such as infant and toddler programs, preschools, or Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs, Before and After School programs, Family Child Care Homes, Medical Centers/Hospitals as a Child Life Specialist, Private Households, non-profit and governmental agencies concerned with the welfare of children, and Social and Human Service programs.

The Certificate of Achievement Child Development - Infant/Toddler meets the coursework requirement for the California Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for employment in Public School Programs (Title 5) and for employment in community care facilities under Title 22 of the California State Department of Social Services. The classroom experience is also mandated. Additionally, a number of courses (1-99) meet General Education requirements for the Associate of Science Degree and Associate in Science for Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree in Early Childhood Education ensures transfer students will complete the lower-division general education requirements as well as many lower-division major requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Child Development prior to transferring to a CSU.

Program Outcomes

- Explain using original written and/or oral presentations the theories and practices of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical developmental areas of typically developing young children, from birth to three years of age.

- Evaluate important factors in planning a child educational program that supports infant and toddler development and the ethical issues involved in working with young children and families in the first 3 years of life.

- Compare and contrast the skills necessary in working with and supporting diverse families, structures, and program practices for infants and toddler-aged children.

- Support developmental appropriate practices and all relevant curriculum standards for infants and toddlers, utilizing California State Foundations.

The field of child development/early childhood education involves the study of the developmental patterns and learning theories of children from birth to age twelve. Professionals in this field evoke the term development as a way to understand the child’s growth and learning and to inform practice. The Child Development (CHDV) discipline at Pasadena City College offers a curriculum that guides students on various pathways, which may include the attainment of a Transfer Degree (wherein, they can transfer to a 4-year institution and obtain advanced degrees), or an Associate of Science Degree, and/or a Certificate of Achievement in Child Development that will lead students to immediate career opportunities working with infants, toddlers, and children with special needs between the age of birth to three, as well as children between the ages of 3 and 5.

Courses provide a theoretical foundation and prepare students for careers in Teaching in Early Care and Education schools such as infant and toddler programs, preschools, or Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs, Before and After School programs, Family Child Care Homes, Medical Centers/Hospitals as a Child Life Specialist, Private Households, non-profit and governmental agencies concerned with the welfare of children, and Social and Human Service programs.

The Certificate of Achievement Child Development - Infant/Toddler meets the coursework requirement for the California Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for employment in Public School Programs (Title 5) and for employment in community care facilities under Title 22 of the California State Department of Social Services. The classroom experience is also mandated. Additionally, a number of courses (1-99) meet General Education requirements for the Associate of Science Degree and Associate in Science for Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree in Early Childhood Education ensures transfer students will complete the lower-division general education requirements as well as many lower-division major requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Child Development prior to transferring to a CSU.

Program Outcomes

- Explain using original written and/or oral presentations the theories and practices of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical developmental areas of typically developing young children, from birth to three years of age.

- Evaluate important factors in planning a child educational program that supports infant and toddler development and the ethical issues involved in working with young children and families in the first 3 years of life.

- Compare and contrast the skills necessary in working with and supporting diverse families, structures, and program practices for infants and toddler-aged children.

- Support developmental appropriate practices and all relevant curriculum standards for infants and toddlers, utilizing California State Foundations.

The field of child development/early childhood education studies involves the study of the developmental patterns and learning theories of children from birth to age twelve. The study of Children with Special Needs, including Early Intervention, falls within this discipline. The Certificate of Achievement Child Development – Early Intervention prepares students to work with children with Special Needs between the ages of Birth to Three. This proposed new certificate will prepare individuals to work as early childhood paraprofessionals with expertise in special education and early intervention. The program will train students from culturally sensitive and family-focused perspectives that emphasize the value of individual differences in young children.

Professionals in this field invoke the term development as a way to understand the child’s growth and learning and to inform practice. The Child Development (CHDV) discipline at Pasadena City College offers a curriculum that guides students on various pathways, which may include the attainment of a Transfer Degree (wherein, they can transfer to a 4-year institution and obtain advanced degrees), or an Associate of Science Degree, and/or a Certificate of Achievement in Child Development that will lead students to immediate career opportunities working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and children with special needs. Courses provide a theoretical foundation and prepare students for careers in Teaching in Early Care and Education schools such as infant, toddler, preschool, or Transitional Kindergarten (TK), Elementary Schools (public or private), Before-and after-school programs, Family Child Care Homes, General Education Settings including parks and recreation programs, Medical Centers/Hospitals as a Child Life Specialist, Private Households, non-profit and governmental agencies concerned with the welfare of children, and Social and Human Service programs. Child Development coursework can also lead to work with elementary and secondary age students in a credentialed teaching position.

The Certificate of Achievement Child Development – Early Intervention meets the coursework requirement for the California Child Development Teacher (or Master Teacher) permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for employment in Public School Programs (Title 5) and for employment in community care facilities under Title 22 of the California State Department of Social Services. Additionally, a number of courses meet General Education requirements for the Associate in Science Degree and Associate of Science Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science for Transfer (AST) Degree in Early Childhood Education ensures transfer students will complete the lower-division general education requirements as well as many of the lower division major requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Child Development prior to transferring to a CSU.

Program Outcomes

- Explain using original written and/or oral presentations the theories and practices of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical developmental areas of young children from birth to three years of age identified as needing Early Intervention Services.

- Evaluate important factors in planning a supportive child and family education program in support of the child and family during the first 3 years of life.

- Compare and contrast the skills necessary in working with and supporting diverse families, structures, and program practices as related to Early Intervention strategies.

- Support developmentally appropriate practices and all relevant curriculum applications in working with the children and families identified as needing Early Intervention.

The field of child development/early childhood education studies involves the study of the developmental patterns and learning theories of children from birth to age twelve. The study of Children with Special Needs, including Early Intervention, falls within this discipline. The Certificate of Achievement Child Development – Early Intervention prepares students to work with children with Special Needs between the ages of Birth to Three. This proposed new certificate will prepare individuals to work as early childhood paraprofessionals with expertise in special education and early intervention. The program will train students from culturally sensitive and family-focused perspectives that emphasize the value of individual differences in young children.

Professionals in this field invoke the term development as a way to understand the child’s growth and learning and to inform practice. The Child Development (CHDV) discipline at Pasadena City College offers a curriculum that guides students on various pathways, which may include the attainment of a Transfer Degree (wherein, they can transfer to a 4-year institution and obtain advanced degrees), or an Associate of Science Degree, and/or a Certificate of Achievement in Child Development that will lead students to immediate career opportunities working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and children with special needs. Courses provide a theoretical foundation and prepare students for careers in Teaching in Early Care and Education schools such as infant, toddler, preschool, or Transitional Kindergarten (TK), Elementary Schools (public or private), Before-and after-school programs, Family Child Care Homes, General Education Settings including parks and recreation programs, Medical Centers/Hospitals as a Child Life Specialist, Private Households, non-profit and governmental agencies concerned with the welfare of children, and Social and Human Service programs. Child Development coursework can also lead to work with elementary and secondary age students in a credentialed teaching position.

The Certificate of Achievement Child Development – Early Intervention meets the coursework requirement for the California Child Development Teacher (or Master Teacher) permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for employment in Public School Programs (Title 5) and for employment in community care facilities under Title 22 of the California State Department of Social Services. Additionally, a number of courses meet General Education requirements for the Associate in Science Degree and Associate of Science Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science for Transfer (AST) Degree in Early Childhood Education ensures transfer students will complete the lower-division general education requirements as well as many of the lower division major requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Child Development prior to transferring to a CSU.

Program Outcomes

- Explain using original written and/or oral presentations the theories and practices of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical developmental areas of young children from birth to three years of age identified as needing Early Intervention Services.

- Evaluate important factors in planning a supportive child and family education program in support of the child and family during the first 3 years of life.

- Compare and contrast the skills necessary in working with and supporting diverse families, structures, and program practices as related to Early Intervention strategies.

- Support developmentally appropriate practices and all relevant curriculum applications in working with the children and families identified as needing Early Intervention.

The field of child development/early childhood education studies involves the study of the developmental patterns and learning theories of children from birth to age twelve. The Certificate of Achievement Child Development - Administration prepares students to supervise and mentor teachers in early care and education settings. However, it may not alone meet all requirements to be a Site Supervisor. Professionals in this field invoke the term development as a way to understand the child’s growth and learning and to inform practice. The Child Development (CHDV) discipline at Pasadena City College offers a curriculum that guides students on various pathways, which may include the attainment of a Transfer Degree (wherein, they can transfer to a 4-year institution and obtain advanced degrees), or an Associate of Science Degree, and/or a Certificate of Achievement in Child Development that will lead students to immediate career opportunities working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and children with special needs.

Courses provide a theoretical foundation and prepare students for careers in Teaching in Early Care and Education schools such as infant, toddler, preschool, or Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs, Elementary Schools (public or private), Before-and After-school programs, Family Child Care Homes, General Education Settings including parks and recreation programs, Medical Centers/Hospitals as a Child Life Specialist, Private Households, non-profit and governmental agencies concerned with the welfare of children, and Social and Human Service programs. Child Development coursework can also lead to work with elementary and secondary age students in a credentialed teaching position.

The Certificate of Achievement Child Development - Administration alone does not meet all the requirements for Site Supervisor; however, the Certificate of Achievement Child Development - Administration does meet the coursework requirement for the California Child Development Teacher (or Master Teacher) permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for employment in Public School Programs (Title 5) and for employment in community care facilities under Title 22 of the California State Department of Social Services. Additionally, a number of courses (1-99) meet General Education requirements for the Associate of Science Degree and Associate in Science for Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree in Early Childhood Education ensures transfer students will complete the lower-division general education requirements as well as many lower-division major requirements for a bachelor’s degree in Child Development prior to transferring to a 4-year institution.

Program Outcomes

- Explain using original written and/or oral presentations the theories and practices of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical developmental areas of young children as related to administering an early childhood education program

- Evaluate important factors in planning an early childhood educational program while considering the issues involved with administering the said program.

- Compare and contrast the skills necessary in working with and supporting diverse families, structures, and program practices as an administrator of an early childhood education program.

- Support developmental appropriate practices and all relevant curriculum standards at a program level in relation to meeting state curricular mandates.