Early Childhood A100-
Parent/Infant Workshop
(1)
This course is designed for expectant parents or parents of babies not yet walking. Effective ways of encouraging all levels of infant development. Class members will have opportunities to interact with infants in a supervised setting. Offered on a pass-no pass basis only. This course may be taken four times. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A101-
Parent/Toddler Workshop
(1)
Workshop designed for parents and their children between the ages of 11-17 and 18-27 months. Offered on a pass-no pass basis only. This course may be taken four times. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A102-
Parent/Child Workshop
(2)
Workshop designed for parents and their children between the ages of 27 and 60 months. Through active participation with their children in a preschool setting, parents will learn ways of stimulating their child's development, alternative methods of child management, and different styles of adult/child communication patterns. Offered on a pass-no pass basis only. This course may be taken four times. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A105-
Intro E C Education
(3)
An overview and introduction to the field of early childhood education and related career opportunities. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A126-
Teaching in a Diverse Society
(3)
Examination of the development of social identities in diverse societies as they apply to young children, families, programs, classrooms and teaching. Various classroom strategies will be explored emphasizing culturally and linguistically appropriate anti-bias approaches. PREREQUISITE: Human Development A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A130-
Lang Arts in Preschool
(3)
Development of literacy skills in children ages birth to 5 years. Included are activities such as book selection, storytelling, finger plays, flannel stories, language centers, early writing, alphabetic and phonemic awareness. PREREQUISITE: Human Development A180 or concurrent enrollment. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A131-
Creativity for Children
(3)
Methods for fostering creativity in children and teachers. Emphasis will be on cultivating music and art expression through application of developmental theory. Note: TB CLEARANCE REQUIRED. PREREQUISITE OR CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT: Human Development A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A132-
Science for Young Child
(3)
Physical and natural science activities that encourage children's thinking and problem solving skills. Emphasis on the development of programs and materials that allow for exploration and/or experimentation. PREREQUISITE: Human Development A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A155-
Princ/Pract Tchg Young Childrn
(3)
An examination of the underlying theoretical principles of developmentally appropriate practices applied to programs, environments, relationships and teaching strategies in supporting all areas of development for all children. Emphasis on the value of play in supporting all areas of children’s development. PREREQUISITE: Human Development A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A156-
Early Childhood Lab
(2)
Beginning practical experiences that focus on establishing relationships with children and developing guidance, observation, play entry, and collaboration techniques in facilitating learning. TB clearance required. Fingerprint, criminal record and child abuse index check required. PREREQUISITE: Early Childhood A155. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A157-
Guidance Young Children
(3)
Course covers theories of behavior, guidance techniques, and parent communication. Emphasis on developing an understanding of children's behavior and encouraging positive esteem while helping the child work toward self-control.
PREREQUISITE: Early Childhood A155. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A165-
Obsrv/Rcrd Child Behav
(3)
This course focuses on the appropriate use of assessment and observation strategies to document development, growth, play and learning to join with families and professionals in promoting children’s success. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools are explored. PREREQUISITE: Human Development A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A174-
Bldg Partnrshps W/Famly
(3)
Practical approaches to building relationships with parents through effective communication techniques and supporting families of children with identified or suspected special needs.
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Early Childhood A199-
Current Issues in E C
(0.5-2)
Current issues in the field of early childhood education, rotating through a variety of topics, such as working with parents, public policy, and curriculum updates. Offered on a pass-no pass basis only. This course may be taken four times. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A200-
Presch Prog-The Curric
(3)
Curriculum planning for preschool programs based on the individual developmental needs of the preschool child. Emphasis on the importance of observations, schedule, routines and parent communication. Introduction to the philosophy and history of early childhood education. PREREQUISITE: Early Childhood A155. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A201-
Early Childhood Fld Exp
(3)
Practical experiences in preschool programs that focus on the individualized curriculum that addresses all areas of development, routines, and the role of the teacher. Course also covers observation and evaluation of children in play situations, the development of indoor and outdoor environments, positive guidance and staff relationships. PREREQUISITE: Early Childhood A200, or concurrent enrollment, and Early Childhood A156. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A211-
CDA Port-Classrm Teach
(3)
Preparation of portfolio for classroom teachers applying for their child development associate credential. Approved for head start programs. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A218-
Infant/Toddlr Curriculm
(2)
Planning indoor and outdoor infant/toddler curriculum based on children’s interests. Focus on documentation, evaluation, communication of curriculum goals, and children’s progress with emphasis on making adaptations for the child with special needs. PREREQUISITE: Early Childhood A220. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A220-
Infant/Toddler Programs
(3)
Various kinds of programs for infants and toddlers, including philosophies and program emphasis, appropriate routine learning experiences, environments, and provisions for the health and safety of infants and toddlers. Focus on the role of the teacher in facilitating the child's growth through play. PREREQUISITE OR CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT: Human Development A184. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A221-
Infant/Toddler Fld Exp
(3)
Participation in daycare and half-day programs for infants and toddlers. Note: TB CLEARANCE REQUIRED
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Early Childhood A229-
Creative Activities
(3)
School-age movement, recreation, and creative activities suitable for after school child care. The course also includes planning and implementing an appropriate program. PREREQUISITE: Human Development A182. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A230-
Early Primary Curriculm
(3)
Developmental characteristics of the child age 5-8 years. Course covers cognitive learning theory, developmentally appropriate curriculum practices, role of the teacher, staff relationships, and parent communication. PREREQUISITE: Human Development A182. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A231-
School-Age Fld Exp
(3)
Assigned participation in routines and activities in after-school child care programs. Note: TB CLEARANCE REQUIRED. PREREQUISITE OR CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT: Early Childhood A229. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A240-
Inclusion-Sp Needs Curr
(3)
This course will explore the inclusion of infants, toddlers, and children with special needs in early childhood settings. Topics will include foundations of inclusive practices, assessing disability services, collaborating with specialists, and specific strategies for the classroom. PREREQUISITE OR CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT: Human Development A210. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A241-
Fld Exp-Sp Needs Child
(3)
Participation with children with special needs in local schools and agencies. The student will develop specific techniques used by parents, staff, and care providers, and will work with an early intervention specialist to follow children's service plans in a natural environment. Note: TB CLEARANCE REQUIRED. PREREQUISITE OR CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT: Early Childhood A240. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A261-
Learning Title 22
(0.5)
Point by point discussion of California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapters 1 and 2 regulations for child care program. Offered on a pass-no pass basis only. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A262-
Disaster Preparedness
(0.5)
A study of considerations of natural or man-made disasters and the development of a comprehensive disaster plan. Offered on a pass-no pass basis only. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A263-
Child Abuse ID/Referral
(0.5)
Recognition and referral of children who are abused. Offered on a pass-no pass basis only. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Early Childhood A275-
E C Admin - Program
(3)
Supervision and administration of an early childhood program with emphasis on theories, principles, concepts of program and curriculum development, legal, financial, and administrative policies, and program evaluation.
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Early Childhood A276-
Early Chldhd Management
(3)
Supervision and administration of an early childhood program with emphasis on leadership, personnel management, communication, problem solving, working with parents, financial, and ethical issues.
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Early Childhood A277-
Adult Supervisn in E C
(2)
Ways to identify children who are abused and programs to assist both the child and the offender. Discussion of state mandated reporting system and procedures in record keeping for the teacher and director in a child care program. PREREQUISITE: Early Childhood A200 or A220 or A229 or A240. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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