Child Development Associate Teacher
Certificate of Achievement Child Development · San Diego Mesa College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Summary
This Certificate of Achievement prepares students to provide instruction to children and supervise Assistant Teachers. All Child Development courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.
Award Note: This program is not eligible for federal financial aid in accordance with Federal regulations.
Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Child Development Associate Teacher Program will be able to:
- Develop the ability to anticipate, recognize, and successfully work with various learning styles and abilities of children with varying needs.
- Work in a collaborative environment to promote respect of others opinions and prospective and demonstrate cultural pluralism.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to meet the state of California licensing requirements for working in careers in Early Childhood Education and Development.