Early Childhood Studies, (CoA)

The Early Childhood Studies program at Oxnard College is designed to prepare students for the role of Teacher with responsibility of implementing developmentally appropriate early childhood teaching strategies under guided supervision. Students will utilize practical classroom experiences to make connections between theory and practice, develop professional behaviors, and build a comprehensive understanding of children and families.

 Upon completing the major requirements for the certificate in Early Childhood Studies, and 16 units of general education courses, students will qualify for a teacher-level permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. This permit will allow them teach under the supervision of an Early Education Program Director or Supervisor, in federally-funded programs, family-home care owner or center-based programs, intervention programs, respite care programs, private programs or non-profit agencies.

 Academic Year                       Projected COAs awarded in Early Childhood Studies

2021-2022                                 20

2022-2023                                 22

2023-2024                                 25

2024-2025                                 28

2025-2026                                 30

This is a Career and Technical Education Certificate of Achievement in Early Childhood Studies. Students completing this Certificate of Achievement along with 16 units of general education courses of their choice are qualified for the Teacher level permit offered by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing authorizing them to provide service in the care and instruction of children in a child care and development program and supervise Aide or Permit holders. This program prepares graduates for the following career opportunities: Head-Start Teacher level, Associate Teacher level, Assistant, Family Child Care, support intervention services to children with exceptionalities, respite care, and/or become an independent childcare provider. 

The Early Childhood Studies program at Oxnard College strives to produce competent, well-rounded preschool teacher-level graduates who communicate effectively, demonstrate professional skills, and have the training and experience to work effectively in an Early Childhood Education Program.

Required Core Courses                                                                                                    Units

ECE R100        Introduction to Curriculum for the Young Child                                         3

ECE R102        Child, Growth, and Development                                                                 3

ECE R103        Programs for Young Children                                                                       3

ECE R106        Child, Family, and Community                                                                      3

ECE R107        Teaching in a Diverse Society                                                                       3

ECE R111        Observation and Assessment                                                                      3

ECE R112        Practicum in Early Childhood Education                                                     3

ECE R129        Health, Safety, and Nutrition                                                                        3

            Total Required Major Units                                                                                 24