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Early Childhood Education for Transfer AS-T Degree - California State University GE Breadth

This degree exposes students to the core principles and practices of the profession 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 a variety of careers such as teaching, Child Development specialists, Program Directors, and Child Life Specialists.

Total Units:

63-64

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)	CSU Area D or E1
ECE 314 ^Z The Child, the Family and the Community	3		F(O), S(O), Su(O)	CSU Area D or E1
CSU Area A2-English Composition ^Z	3	Recommend meeting with a counselor	F, S, Su	CSU Area A2
CSU Area 4-Math Competency ^Z	3-4	Recommend meeting with a counselor	F, S, Su	CSU Area B4

^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

18 Units

Course	Units	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ECE 430 ^Z Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education	3	F(O), S
CSU Area A1-Oral Communication ^Z	3	F, S, Su	CSU Area A1
CSU Area A3-Critical Thinking ^Z	3	F, S, Su	CSU Area A3
CSU Area B1-Physical Science ^Z	3	F, S, Su	CSU Area B1
CSU Area C1-Arts ^Z	3	F, S, Su	CSU Area C1
CSU Area D-Social & Behavioral Sciences 1 ^Z	3	F, S, Su	CSU Area D

¹ Suggestion-select a course that also meets CSU Graduation Requirements

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 immunization	F, S
ECE 326 ^Z Making Learning Visible Through Observation and Documentation	3	ECE 312	F, S
CSU Area B2-Life Science ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CSU Area B2
CSU Area B3 Lab ^Z	1		F, S, Su	CSU Area B3
CSU Area E-Lifelong Learning & Self-Development ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CSU Area E

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, & 326; TB clearance & proof of immunization	S
ECE 415 ^Z Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition	3		F(O), S, Su
CSU Area C2-Humanities ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CSU Area C2
CSU Area C1-Arts or C2-Humanities ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CSU Area C1 or C2
CSU Area F-Ethnic Studies ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CSU Area F

^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

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

Source:

https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-2012.00

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 meets the requirement 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

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