# Apprenticeship in Early Childhood (Certificate of Achievement)

Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog · Department: Apprenticeship: Child Development

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This Certificate of Achievement in Apprenticeship in Early Childhood prepares students in Child Development or a related field of study, while also preparing them to work in the field of Early Childhood Development Students will gain general knowledge and on-the-job learning in early childhood education topics enabling them to obtain a California Child Development Teacher Permit and meet the standards set forth by the National Association for the Education of Young Children for appropriate teaching practices in early learning settings.

### Program Courses & Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Apprenticeship in Early Childhood, CA: Complete all of the following** | | 24.5 |
| **Certificate Requirements** | | 24.5 |
| APCD 107 | Apprenticeship Child Growth and Development (DS1) | 3 |
| APCD 108 | Apprenticeship Observation and Assessment | 3 |
| APCD 110 | Apprenticeship - Child, Family and Community (DS2) | 3 |
| APCD 111B | Apprenticeship - Introduction to Curriculum for Young Children | 3 |
| APCD 116A | Infant/Toddler Growth and Development (DS4) | 3 |
| APCD 202 | Introduction to Children from Special Populations | 3 |
| APCD 221 | Apprenticeship - Living and Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| APCD 298A | Apprenticeship - Practicum in Early Childhood Programs | 3.5 |

### Learning Outcomes

-   Demonstrate a knowledge of early childhood curriculum, program practices, and the development of young children.
-   Apply for and receive a Child Development Center permit
-   Demonstrate a knowledge of early childhood curriculum, program practices, and the development of young children.
-   Apply for and receive a Child Development Center permit