# Child Development (Associate of Science)

Palo Verde College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Child Development

Source: https://catalog.paloverde.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=2&poid=125

Credits: 67.0 - 71.0

The Child Development program is designed for students who are interested in working with young children as preschool teachers, daycare providers, and/or other child development careers. The Child Development program provides students with a background of knowledge and skills in child growth and development.

## Program Outcomes

1.  Acquired fundamental grounding in communications, science, mathematics, humanities, the social sciences and self-development in preparation for an occupation, and possible transfer to a four-year institution.
2.  Acquired knowledge and skill in the professional care of children.

### Program Requirements

#### Required Core Courses - Total 27 Credits

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CDEV C1000 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| CHD 102 | Child, Family and Community | 3 |
| CHD 103 | Introduction to Curriculum | 3 |
| CHD 104 | Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children | 3 |
| CHD 105 | Observation and Assessment | 3 |
| CHD 106 | Health, Safety and Nutrition | 3 |
| CHD 107 | Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| CHD 108 | Practicum-Field Experience | 3 |
| CHD 145 | Child Abuse and Neglect | 3 |

#### Child Development Electives - Total 6 Credits

Choose a minimum of 6 units from the list below

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CHD 111 | Preparation in Education | 3 |
| CHD 130 | Art for Early Childhood | 3 |
| CHD 131 | Music for Early Childhood | 3 |
| CHD 135 | Literacy for Early Childhood | 3 |
| CHD 215 | Administration II: Programs in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| CHD 216 | Administration II: Personnel/Leadership in Early Childhood Education Programs in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| CHD 205 | Adult Supervision: Mentoring in a Collaborative Learning Setting | 3 |
| CHD 220 | Infant and Toddler Development | 3 |
| CHD 221 | Care and Education for Infants and Toddlers | 3 |
| CHD 232 | Science and Technology in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| CHD 231 | Math and Engineering in Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| CHD 250 | Introduction to Children with Special Needs | 3 |
| CHD 251 | Curriculum and Strategies for Children with Special Needs | 3 |

#### CalGETC

-   In addition to the Core Courses required for the A.S. Degree in Child Development, students will also be required to meet the Associate Degree Requirements and the General Education Requirements. Credits: 34 - 38