Human Development
Associate in Science in General Studies (18 Unit Emphasis) Early Childhood Education · Shasta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Human Development emphasis permits students to explore the areas of early childhood education, teacher preparation, and family studies in order to develop foundational concepts and skills in working with people of all ages. Students will recognize that each human life, characterized by multiple influences and interrelated domains, is worthy of study, both individually and within a variety of contexts.
Program learning outcomes
For General Studies Degree Learning Outcomes, see page 31.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Choose 18 units from at least two of the following areas | ||
| ECE-1 | Human Development | |
| ECE-2 | Child, Family, Community | |
| ECE-3 | Early Childhood Program Administration I | |
| ECE-6 | Exploring Family Childcare | |
| ECE-7 | Early Childhood Observation & Assessment | |
| ECE-8 | Teaching Practicum for Young Children | |
| ECE-9 | Child Growth and Development | |
| ECE-12 | Infant Toddler Learning | |
| ECE-15 | Child Health, Safety and Nutrition | |
| ECE-16 | Adult Supervision and Mentoring in Early Care and Education | |
| ECE-17 | Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children | |
| ECE-20 | Introduction to Curriculum | |
| ECE-22 | Care and Education for Infants and Toddlers | |
| ECE-26 | The Child with Special Needs | |
| ECE-27 | Teaching Children with Special Needs and Early Intervention Strategies | |
| ECE-28 | Teaching in a Diverse Society | |
| ECE-51 | Administration II: Personnel and Leadership in Early Childhood Education | |
| ECE-52 | Guidance and Classroom Management Strategies | |
| ECE-60 | Advanced Curriculum | |
| EDUC-1 | Introduction to Education | |
| HUSV-12 | Standards and Practices in Human Services | |
| HUSV-16 | Marriage and Family | |
| HUSV-18 | Adulthood and Aging | |
| HUSV-60 | Life Management | |
| NUTR-25 | Nutrition | |