Child Development: Associate Teacher

Summary

The Certificate of Achievement in Child Development: Associate Teacher prepares students to provide developmentally appropriate curriculum and environments in early care and education programs and to supervise Assistant Teachers.

Students are introduced to early education philosophies and strategies that support their understanding and application of developmentally appropriate practices for working with young children and their families in a diverse society. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of growth and development, social emotional needs, positive guidance techniques, intentional design of curriculum, and healthy and safe environments. Hands-on practical experiences in the campus child development center provides opportunities for students to apply their learning with the support and supervision of child development faculty and staff.

The Certificate of Achievement in Child Development: Associate Teacher partially fulfills the State of California matrix requirements for the Associate Teacher permit. For more information on permit requirements and application, visit Child Development Training Consortium.

Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Child Development: Associate Teacher Program will be able to:

1. Interpret the processes of child growth and development.
2. Examine practices that respect and support inclusion.
3. Plan and demonstrate curriculum based on developmentally appropriate practices.
4. Model ethical practices with children, families, colleagues and communities as stated in the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.

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