Teacher: Certificate of Achievement
The Teacher Certificate of Achievement may be earned by students who satisfactorily complete 24 units of coursework listed below with a grade of “C” or better. Successful completion of the coursework and work experience meets the requirements of the Child Development Teacher Permit as outlined in the Child Development Matrix.
Program Requirements
Required Courses
| PSYC 2003 | Child Growth and Development | 3.00 Credits(s) |
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| ECEF 1500 | Introduction to Early Care and Education: Principles and Practices | 3.00 Credits(s) |
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| ECEF 1501 | Early Care, Education, and Family Studies Curriculum | 3.00 Credits(s) |
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| ECEF 1521 | Practicum Field Experience | 3.00 Credits(s) |
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| ECEF 1531 | The Child in Family/Community Relationships | 3.00 Credits(s) |
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| ECEF 1571 | Child Study and Assessment | 3.00 Credits(s) |
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| ECEF 1590 | Health, Safety, and Nutrition | 3.00 Credits(s) |
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| ECEF 1601 | Diversity in Early Care, Education and Family Studies | 3.00 Credits(s) |
Total Credit Hours: 24
To receive a Teacher Permit from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing a student must complete 175 days of 3+ hours of experience per day within 4 years. Students must also successfully complete 16 general education units.