This certificate provides the educational coursework that serves as the core curriculum for the early childhood education field. Topics include an introduction to principles and practices in early childhood education, child development, the study of the child in the context of family and community, and anti-bias curriculum. Additionally, it offers a specialization in diversity, equity, and inclusion within early childhood education settings, including the study of the values, issues, and counseling needs of diverse populations, and the influences of stereotypes, bias, discrimination and inequitable systems as they relate to young children’s learning, development, and educational access. Upon completion of this certificate, the individual is eligible to be a teacher in a privately funded (Title 22) early care and education program. With verified work experience and the completion of ECE 320, the student is also eligible to apply to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for an Associate Teacher Child Development Permit to work as an associate teacher in a publicly funded (Title 5) early care and education program.
Upon completion of this certificate, the student is eligible to be a teacher in a privately funded (Title 22) early care and education program. With verified work experience, and the completion of ECE 320, the student is also eligible to apply to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for an Associate Teacher Child Development Permit to work as an associate teacher in a publicly funded (Title 5) early care and education program. In addition, this certificate meets the demand for early childhood educators who are trained in teaching for equity and anti-bias education.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ analyze the influence of family, community, and culture on the child's development and identify ways to respond to the diversity of cultures represented in an early childhood education setting.
✔ plan and implement a developmentally appropriate, anti-bias, and culturally supportive classroom environment that supports children's learning through play, exploration, and problem-solving.
✔ build on systematic observations of children's behavior and the classroom environment to design, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate, anti-bias, and culturally supportive learning activities for young children.
✔ describe and apply positive guidance and conflict-resolution strategies that teach children self-discipline and effective, respectful social skills within a diverse group of peers.
✔ analyze how one's own racial and cultural background, societal beliefs, and values impact their work with children and families.
✔ advocate for and promote culturally supportive, anti-bias education in the early childhood education community.
✔ identify and examine specific values, beliefs, and experiences of diverse populations by race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, developmental ability, and age.
✔ identify the cognitive and emotional aspects of institutional discrimination and individual prejudice.

This certificate provides the educational coursework that serves as the core curriculum for the early childhood education field. Topics include an introduction to principles and practices in early childhood education, child development, the study of the child in the context of family and community, anti-bias curriculum, working with children with disabilities, and an introduction to communication disorders. Additionally, this certificate includes a supervised field/lab experience in an inclusive classroom which can be used towards the experience requirement for a Child Development Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Upon completion of this certificate, the individual is eligible to be a teacher in a privately funded (Title 22) early care and education program.
Upon completion of this certificate, the student is eligible to be a teacher in a privately funded (Title 22) early care and education program. Additionally, the field experience can be used towards the experience requirement for a Child Development Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, and meets the demand for early childhood educators who are trained and have experience working with children with disabilities.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ evaluate and apply knowledge of typical and atypical development to create early childhood classrooms that are inclusive, developmentally appropriate, respectful, and supportive for all children.
✔ design curriculum and programs for children with disabilities and developmental differences that build respectful, reciprocal family relationships and support optimal development and learning, both at home and in group care settings.
✔ incorporate reflective assessment strategies using observation, documentation, and interpretation in order to guide decisions about support for children with disabilities and developmental differences.

This certificate provides the educational coursework that serves as the core curriculum for the early childhood education field. Topics include an introduction to the profession, observation techniques, age-appropriate curriculum, and the child in the context of the family and community. Additionally, there is a focus on practicing these concepts in a supervised field/lab environment. With documented work experience, the student is also eligible to apply to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing for the Associate Teacher Child Development Permit.
This certificate allows the student to work as a teacher in a private early care and education (Title 22) program, serving infants/toddlers, preschool-age children, and school-age children in before-and-after school programs. With the Associate Teacher Child Development Permit, an individual can work as an assistant or associate teacher in a publicly funded (Title 5) early care and education program.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ analyze the influence of family, community and culture on the child and identify local resource agencies that support families.
✔ plan and implement developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor environments that support children's learning through play, exploration,and problem-solving.
✔ build on systematic observations of children's behavior to design, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate learning activities for young children.
✔ distinguish and apply positive guidance and conflict-resolution strategies that teach children self-discipline and effective, respectful social skills within a diverse group of peers.

This certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in the diesel technology industry. The topics include safety and environmental regulations and standards, as well as the ability to identify various diesel engine applications.
Entry level positions in the diesel repair industry.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ comply with safety and environmental regulations and standards
✔ explain the operation of diesel engine components and systems
✔ identify various diesel engine applications
✔ demonstrate complete engine reassembly
✔ apply basic state and federal regulations including Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
✔ apply basic principles of preventive maintenance to diesel repair

This certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in the diesel technology industry. Topics include theory and operation of light duty diesel engines, computer controlled injection, and emission control systems.
Entry level positions in light duty diesel technology, agriculture, and construction industry. Additional career opportunities are likely as the light duty diesel industry continues to grow.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ describe the basic operations of diesel fueled vehicles.
✔ perform basic diesel engine turbo charger diagnostic procedures.
✔ test diesel engine emissions and emission control systems.
✔ apply procedural information, illustrations, diagnostic information, and wiring diagrams to diesel tractors.
✔ analyze and evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of working in dealerships, independent shops, and fleet shops.

This certificate provides training in diesel technology. Topics include diesel brakes, hydraulics, electrical systems, and power trains.
Various entry level positions exist in the diesel repair industry, such as entry level technician.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ apply established procedures in the diesel repair industry.
✔ inspect and maintain various diesel engine systems.
✔ diagnose and repair diesel engine systems.

This certificate is designed for students seeking employment in the diesel industry specializing in diesel engine repair.
The diesel industry is growing and is in need of highly trained/skilled technicians that can step into the workforce.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ comply with safety and environmental regulations and standards required in the diesel repair environment.
✔ explain and identify natural gas diesel engines, including the proper cleaning, assembly and disassembly.
✔ demonstrate correct welding techniques for diesel application.
✔ utilize safety precautions that apply to diagnose and repair electrical/electronic components.
✔ locate, download, and print information specific to diesel tractor manufacturers and apply it to the diesel tractor conditions.

This program covers the diesel engine systems. Topics include biodiesel fuel and fuel systems, clean diesel technology, and clean diesel software support.
Various entry level positions exist in the diesel repair industry, such as entry level technician, hydraulic technician, and heavy equipment service advisor.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ access requirements for converting fossil fuel to biodiesel vehicles.
✔ apply basic principles to the modern diesel engine.
✔ apply technical information for repowering, rebuilding, and replacing diesel engine components.
✔ locate, download, and print information specific to diesel tractor manufacturers.
✔ apply manufacturer specifications for diesel engine retrofit.

This program covers hybrid diesel technology. Topics include hybrid diesel power trains, hybrid diesel high voltage systems, clean diesel software support, and industrial software systems.
Various entry-level positions exist in the hybrid diesel repair industry, such as entry-level technician and hybrid diagnostic technician.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ describe and explain power flow of hybrid diesel power trains.
✔ diagnose and repair high voltage cables, connectors, and components.
✔ locate, download, and apply retrieved information to diesel tractor conditions.
✔ communicate technical information about Cummins INSITE and Eaton diesel systems.

This certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in the diesel technology industry. Topics include fabrication in the diesel technology industry.
Entry level positions in the diesel fabrication, suspension, and frame repair industry. Additional career opportunities are likely as the fabrication industry continues to grow.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ apply safety precautions while working in a fabrication environment.
✔ describe the basic steps in the fabrication process.
✔ show how to sheet and .120 aluminum welding with metal inert gas (MIG) and tungsten inert gas (TIG).
✔ outline basic frame fabrication techniques.
✔ explain popular uses of different metals.