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Early Childhood Education for Transfer AS-T Degree - Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum, Univ of Cal or Cal State Univ

This degree exposes students to the core principles and practices of the profession in order to build a foundation for their future personal, academic or vocational paths.  The degree is designed to facilitate students’ successful transfer to certain California State University (CSU) campuses that prepare them for advanced study in a variety of graduate programs, as well as variety of careers such as teaching, Child Development Specialists, Program Directors, and Child Life Specialists.

Total Units:
60-61

First Year

Semester 1

15-16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ECE 300 Z
Introduction to Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education
3
F(O), S(O)
ECE 312 Z
Child Development
3
Advisory ENGWR 101 or 103, or ESLL 320, ESLR 320, and ESLW 320
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
IGETC Area 4
ECE 314 Z
The Child, the Family and the Community
3
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
IGETC Area 4
IGETC Area 1A-English Composition Z
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1A
IGETC Area 2-Math Competency Z
3-4
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 2
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

Semester 2

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ECE 430 Z
Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education
3
F(O), S
IGETC Area 1C-Oral Communication Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1C
IGETC Area 1B-Critical Thinking Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 1B
IGETC Area 5A-Physical Sciences Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 5A
IGETC Area 3A-Arts Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 3A
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

Year 2

Semester 3

14 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ECE 320 Z
Curriculum and Interactions in Early Childhood Education
4
ECE 300 & 312 & Co-req: ECE 326; TB Clearance & proof of immumization
F, S
ECE 326 Z
Making Learning Visible Through Observation and Documentation
3
ECE 312
F, S
IGETC Area 5B-Biological Sciences Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 5B
IGETC Area 5C-Biol/Phys Sci Lab Z
1
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 5C
IGETC Area 7-Ethnic Studies Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 7
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

Semester 4

16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ECE 321 Z
Advanced Practicum in Early Childhood Education
4
ECE 300, 312, 320, and 326; TB clearance & proof of immunization
S
ECE 415 Z
Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition
3
F(O), S, Su
IGETC Area 3B-Humanities Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 3B
IGETC Area 4-Social & Behavioral Sciences 1 Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 4
IGETC Area 3A-Arts or 3B-Humanities Z
3
F, S, Su
IGETC Area 3A or 3B
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = Online available, (P) = Partially online

1 A total of 6 units from 2 disciplines is required to meet IGETC Area 4.

Career Options/Outlook:

Early care and education professionals facilitate play opportunities to support the education and development of children from infancy to 8 years of age. They respond to children’s interests and ideas by providing explorations that promote physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth. Career opportunities require more than an associate degree.

A sample of reported job titles:

Early care and education teacher, infant toddler teacher, child advocate, family early care and education teacher and owner, Head Start and Early Head Start teacher, state preschool teacher

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

900

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

15% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$58,750/yr

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC Area, CSU Area or IGETC Area without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester

This map also meets the requirements for:

The Certificate of Proficiency in Early Childhood Education, Associate Teacher

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

About this program map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2023-2024

Published May 17, 2023

Counselor Contact: Crystal Martinez  | Faculty Contact: Jeannette Mulhern

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