EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (For Transfer)

DEGREES, CERTIFICATES AND AWARDS Associate in Science Degree in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T)

DESCRIPTION Early Childhood Education is the study of the physical, socio-emotional and cognitive growth and development of the child from conception through adolescence. The purpose of this major is to provide a sound academic program in child development and to prepare students to work with children and families in a variety of school and community settings. Early Childhood Education students pursue careers in day care and preschool teaching and administration; parent education; elementary school teaching; community college teaching; or work with a variety of counseling, social service and community agencies. The Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major.

ASSOCIATE DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAMS TRANSFER PREPARATION The Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or the Associate in Science for Transfer Courses that fulfill major requirements

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FINANCIAL AID Of the career opportunities identified many will usually require the completion of Paying for the cost of a college education degree requirements at 4-year colleges and universities. requires a partnership among parents, students and the college. As the cost of higher education • Adoption Counselor • Elementary School Teacher • Before and After School Teacher/Director • Child Care Teacher/Director continues to rise we want you to know that IVC • Child Life Specialist • Infant Day Care Teacher/Director offers a full array of financial aid programs – • Community College Instructor • Parent Education Instructor grants, work study, scholarships, and fee waivers • Counselor - Career, • Pediatric Psychologist (we do not participate in the federal loan • Counselor – Community • Preschool Teacher/Administrator programs). These programs are available to • Counselor – Marriage/Family/Child • Resource and Referral Coordinator both full and part time students who are seeking • Counselor – School • Social Worker a degree or certificate. For those who qualify, • Early Childhood Special Education Specialist financial aid is available to help with tuition, Gainful Employment: Federal regulations require institutions to provide students fees, books and supplies, food, housing, with Gainful Employment information for specific certificate programs offered at IVC. transportation, and childcare. Please log onto Please click on our Programs of Study link to view the information for each certificate our website for additional information: program: http://www.imperial.edu/courses-and-programs/programs-of-study/ www.imperial.edu/students/financial-aid-and- scholarships/

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ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Associate in Science Degree in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T) – 24.0 units.

ALL COURSES FOR THIS MAJOR MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A MINIMUM GRADE OF“C” OR BETTER.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DEGREE I. Units/GPA – Must complete a maximum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. NOTE: While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some institutions and majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information. II. General Education – Must complete one of the following general education transfer patterns: A. California State University General Education Breadth Pattern (CSU GE-B) – 39 units minimum B. Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) – 37 units minimum III. Associate Degree Major Core – 24.0 units CDEV 100 Principles & Practices of Teaching Young Children 3.0 CDEV 101 Health, Safety and Nutrition 3.0 CDEV 103 Children, Family and Community 3.0 CDEV/PSY104 Child Growth and Development 3.0 CDEV 105 Introduction to Curriculum 3.0 CDEV 106 Observation and Assessment 3.0 CDEV 107 Teaching in a Diverse Society 3.0 CDEV 200 Practicum-Field Experience 3.0

Total Major Units 24.0 CSU-GE or IGETC Pattern 37.0-39.0 Electives (as needed to reach 60 degree applicable units) ____ Total Maximum Units: 60.0

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