Child and Family Education Specialization with Core 8 Option (24 Unit)
Certificate Child and Family Education · Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
This 24-unit Child and Family Education stackable certificate is tailored to meet the specific Early Childhood Education requirements of Transitional Kindergarten (TK) teachers in California. It fulfills the essential 24-unit coursework mandate outlined by the California Early Childhood Education Permit by providing the option to explore specialized Core 8 Courses aligned with the California Early Childhood Curriculum Alignment Project (CORE 8). This flexible and comprehensive program equips educators with foundational Child Development knowledge and the opportunity to delve deeper into areas of early childhood education that align with their interests. Graduates emerge prepared to excel in Early Learning classrooms, implement developmentally appropriate teaching practices, engage families effectively, and specialize in specific aspects of early childhood education, impacting young children's lives and their families. To apply for the state issued teacher's permit, the student must also have 175 days of teaching experience, working at least 3+ hours per day within four years in an approved setting by the department and licensed setting.
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Child and Family Education Specialization with Core 8 Option Certificate (24 Unit): Complete all of the following | 24 | |
| Required Courses: Complete all of the following | 18 | |
| CFE 101 | Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children | 3 |
| CFE 102 | The Developing Child-Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| CFE 103 | The Child in Family and Community Relationship | 3 |
| CFE 105 | Introduction to Curriculum-Discovery Based Education for Children | 3 |
| CFE 116 | Diversity in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| CFE 211 | Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child | 3 |
| Required Course - Choose one | 3 | |
| CFE 106 | Creative Experiences for Children | 3 |
| CFE 201 | Child Development Practicum-Observation and Assessment | 3 |
| CFE 201 fulfils CORE 8 Requirements | ||
| Required Course - Choose one | 3 | |
| CFE 115 | Guiding Children's Behavior | 3 |
| CFE 202 | Child Development Practicum-Emergent Leadership | 3 |
| CFE 202 fulfils CORE 8 Requirements | ||
Recommended Pathway
Child and Family Education Specialization with Core 8 Option Certificate (24 Unit)
Term 1 (6 units)
- CFE101 - Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children (3)
- CFE102 - The Developing Child-Child Growth and Development (3)
Term 2 (6 units)
- CFE103 - The Child in Family and Community Relationship (3)
- CFE105 - Introduction to Curriculum-Discovery Based Education for Children (3)
Term 3 (6 units)
- CFE211 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child (3)
- CFE106 - Creative Experiences for Children (3)
- CFE201 - Child Development Practicum-Observation and Assessment (3)
Term 4 (6 units)
- CFE116 - Diversity in Early Childhood Education (3)
- CFE115 - Guiding Children's Behavior (3)
- CFE202 - Child Development Practicum-Emergent Leadership (3)