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 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.

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 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 Pre-K 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 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 in Science Degree and Associate of Science-Transfer Degree. Completion of the Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T) 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 Certified Nursing Assistant program provides the student with the necessary skills to seek employment in long-term care facilities as a Certified Nurse Assistant. Emphasis is on principles of nursing concepts and the application of nursing skills essential to the function of a certified nurse assistant in long-term care facilities. Students must provide their transportation to off-campus sites. A selected uniform, nursing shoes, and medical instruments (i.e., stethoscope) are required for program participation.

Upon completion of the Certified Nurse Assistant course, the student will receive the Occupational Skills Certificate of the Certified Nurse Assistant Program and be eligible to take the certification exam from the California Department of Public Health to obtain a certificate as a Certified Nurse Assistant.

Pass or no pass grading. A passing grade must be achieved to receive the Occupational Skills Certificate of Certified Nurse Assistant Program

Selection of Students:

CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A WRITTEN APPLICATION IN THE NURSING DIVISION AND WILL BE SELECTED AND PRIORITIZED IN THE FOLLOWING ORDER:

1. Students who have been accepted into the Vocational Nursing program.

2. Students accepted into the Registered Nursing program (Fall semester).

3. Vocational Nursing program applicants who have not been admitted into the program.

3. Applicants for CNA only.

Program Outcomes

- Apply the principles of nursing concepts and skills essential to the function of a certified nurse assistant in the direct care of patients in the healthcare setting.

- Demonstrate safe and competent care within the scope of certified nurse assistant practice, utilizing the characteristics of professional and ethical behavior and attitude.

- Use effective communication techniques with patients, families, and healthcare members within the context of the healthcare environment.

- Employ compassionate nursing care based on respect for patient's preferences, values, and needs in a culturally diverse healthcare setting.

The curriculum prepares students for office positions such as receptionists, virtual receptionists, and information clerks. Employees in these types of positions respond to inquiries from the public, locate and provide information to other employees, coordinate electronic communications into and out of the office, maintain electronic calendars, monitor the use of conference rooms, and look up customer information.

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.

Program Outcomes

- Perform a variety of tasks in a business office setting including document processing, greeting visitors, handling telephone calls, using computer systems, and managing business records.

- Apply appropriate business software to complete tasks.

- Compute, record, and proofread records and reports; review files, records, and other documents to obtain information.

- Function effectively as a team member using collaborative web-based workspaces.

The curriculum prepares students to apply commonly used computer applications to business tasks; for example, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, databases, email, Internet research, and content management. Emphasis is on the use of computer systems to collaborate with others to solve business problems.

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.

Program Outcomes

- Analyze business problems to determine the best use of software applications to communicate solutions.

- Develop creative, accurate, and professional methods for applying technology to solve business problems.

- Employ technological tools to expedite workflow within an organization.

The curriculum prepares students for business positions such as administrative assistant, secretary, executive assistant, and office assistant. Employees in these types of positions perform a variety of administrative tasks including document processing, using computer applications such as presentation graphics and spreadsheets, scheduling appointments, researching and organizing information, and arranging meetings and travel.

Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification exams in Word, Outlook, and Excel.

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.

Program Outcomes

- Develop work habits to function as a team member with people of diverse experiences and backgrounds in a workplace environment.

- Apply standard business English to oral and written communications in support of a business office, including the production and design of complex electronic and paper-based correspondence and documents.

- Determine appropriate information technology tools to access, manage, integrate, and create information.

- Formulate solutions to business problems by using the Internet, current and emerging computer applications, records management, and standard business procedures.

- Demonstrate self-management and self-awareness in terms of workplace responsibility and productivity.

- Demonstrate the ability to competently use a wide variety of office systems, including computers, web-based workspaces, and video conferencing.

This curriculum focuses on the mindset of an entrepreneur and valuable traits that lead to the successful launch and running of a business. This Certificate program will expose students to a process that strengthens their innovative and creative capacities, and that enables them to apply these attributes to whatever they pursue: starting a business or nonprofit or standing out as an entrepreneurial employee inside a company.

Instruction includes all aspects of critical thinking, creative thinking, problem-solving, innovation, empowerment, personal finance, general business, marketing, and management.

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.

Program Outcomes

- Discuss the major influences on businesses and on starting and building businesses, including governmental, financial, human resource, law, global, technology, and other considerations.

- Describe entrepreneurial risks, problems, and opportunities.

- Describe the proposed market segment and value that’s being created.

- Evaluate personal budget for reaching financial goals. - Demonstrate entrepreneurial attitudes, behaviors, and skills.

The curriculum prepares students to work with diverse groups of customers, responding to them with courtesy and tact. Emphasis on customer skills, effective oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, workplace attitude and conduct, stress and time management, conflict resolution, business etiquette, and problem-solving.

An Occupational Skills Certificate is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.

Program Outcomes

- Write effective Business letters and memos. Give clear concise oral presentations.

- Identify the customer service factors involved in obtaining customer goodwill, enhancing the company image and communicating with customers.

- Demonstrate knowledge of the elements necessary in establishing a successful customer service program.