Apprenticeship in Early Childhood
Certificate of Achievement Apprenticeship: Child Development · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
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