The Child Development program offers course work, training and supervised practicum experiences to meet state licensing requirements for working in centers, schools, child care homes and services related agencies. This degree prepares students to provide instruction to children and supervise Assistant and Associate Teachers. Child Development courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better. Additional general education and graduation requirements are listed in the Academic Requirements section of this catalog. The Associate Degree requires a minimum of 60 units.

Students who complete the Child Development Program will be able to: Develop the ability to anticipate, recognize and successfully work with various learning styles and abilities of children with different needs. Apply their knowledge of children's physical, intellectual, social and emotional development to set up a stimulating learning environment and design a multicultural curriculum that involves age-appropriate activities. Assess, compare and contrast the ways in which families, childcare facilities, schools, peer groups and the community act as socializing agents for the developing child. Participate in student teaching and child observations to better understand behavior management and learn effective problem solving and conflict resolution Develop the skills to meet the state of CA licensing requirements for working in centers, schools and child care homes as teachers, administrators or supervisors. Students will be assessed through a combination of performance evaluations, written assignments, and written tests and quizzes.