Early Childhood Education Site Supervisor
Certificate of Achievement Early Childhood Education · College of the Desert · 2026-2027 Catalog
Early Childhood Education (ECE) is the study of child development and developmentally appropriate practices for young children. Students completing the Early Childhood Education Site Supervisor Certificate will be prepared for positions such as mentor teachers, site supervisors and directors of private preschool programs.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:
- Apply California Community Care Licensing regulations to the operation of a privately funded early care and education program.
- Supervise and evaluate staff to effectively operate an early care and education program.
- Create and follow a budget, manage enrollments, order supplies, and maintain a functioning child development program.
Program Requirements
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| CDEV C1000 | Child Growth & Development | 3 |
| CDE 102 | Child, Family, & Community | 3 |
| CDE 103 | Principles & Practices of Teaching | 3 |
| CDE 104 | Introduction to Curriculum | 3 |
| CDE 201 | Health, Safety, & Nutrition | 3 |
| CDE 202 | Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| CDE 203 | Observation and Assessment | 3 |
| CDE 204 | Practicum in Early Childhood Education | 4 |
| CDE 223 | The Mentor Teacher/Adult Supervision | 2 |
| CDE 224 | Administration of Programs for Young Children | 3 |
| CDE 225 | Advanced Administration of Programs for Young Children | 3 |
| Required Subtotal | 33 | |
| Recommended COD General Education | 19 | |
| CERTIFICATE TOTAL | 52 | |