Vocational - Child Development
2 courses · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
VCDEV 100 Early Childhood Pre-Apprenticeship Program Orientation
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- 0
- Hours
- 3-10 Lecture
This course serves as the mandatory orientation for all prospective students seeking admission into the Early Childhood Education Pre-Apprenticeship Program. The session provides an in-depth overview of the program requirements, structure, schedule, curriculum, time commitment, academic expectations, the child development career and professional standards of the field. Students will receive detailed information about what needs to be completed for program eligibility. Attendance at this orientation is required for program admission consideration.
VCDEV 101 Introduction to Child Development
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- Hours
- 60 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: VCDEV 100 Early Childhood Pre-Apprenticeship Program Orientation.
- Corequisite
- Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: VBUS 400 Employability Skills or VBUS 402 Workforce Power Skills or ESL 520 English for Work 2 (Early Childhood Ed. focus).
The course focuses on an introduction to child development, key child development vocabulary, and foundational academic learning modes and soft skills including college, workplace etiquette, and time management. It expands knowledge of child development theories, observation techniques, and applied academic skills. Furthermore, it practices applying child development knowledge for infant/toddler and preschool-age childcare centers; building awareness of self-care, reflective practices, and preparing for early childcare apprenticeships. Four (4) high school elective credits will be awarded if a student passes the course with a minimum grade of 70%.