Skip to Section
Submitter's Information
Thesa Roepke
Professor of Early Childhood Studies
South Central Coast
Allan Hancock College
CTE Dean
Thomas Lamica
Log in to view CTE Dean's Email.
Program Details
Early Childhood Studies Associate Teacher
New Program
Child Development/Early Care and Education (130500)
06/01/26
The Early Childhood Studies Associate Teacher Certificate of Acheivement will prepare students with the education and experience required to provide service in the care, development, and instruction of children in an early care and education setting while supervising aids. The certificate meets the education requirements associated with the State of California Commission for Associate Teacher Credentialing Child Development Permit Matrix Associate Teacher Permit. This certificate also meets Community Care Licensing requirements to teach preschool-aged children in a licensed childcare facility.
There will be a projected of 25 completers.
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
The certificate will meet the needs of the workforce by providing students certificates that align with the edcational requirements mandated by the State of California Commission on Associate Teacher Credentialing Child Development Permit Matrix. This certificate will also provide students a pathway to a degree in Early Childhood Studies.
Course Units and Hours
16
n/a
n/a
Course Report
New Credit Program: Early Childhood Studies Associate Teacher - Certificate of Achievement
The certificate will meet the needs of the workforce by providing students certificates that align with the educational requirements mandated by the State of California Commission on Associate Teacher Credentialing Child Development Permit Matrix. This certificate will also provide students a pathway to a degree in Early Childhood Studies.
The Early Childhood Studies Associate Teacher Certificate of Achievement will prepare students with the education and experience required to provide service in the care, development, and instruction of children in an early care and education setting while supervising aids. The certificate meets the education requirements associated with the State of California Commission for Associate Teacher Credentialing Child Development Permit Matrix Associate Teacher Permit. This certificate also meets Community Care Licensing requirements to teach preschool-aged children in a licensed childcare facility.
A total of 16 units is required for the certificate.
Discipline faculty reviewed the Vision 2030 and this program will advance students through the path of a certificate, degree, and/or transfer degree in Early Childhood Studies. This program aligns with the college's program review planning, advisory committee recommendations, and shared governance processes.
No
No
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECS 103 | Introduction to Early Childhood Studies | 3 | Y1 U |
| ECS 100 | Child Growth & Development | 3 | Y1 F1 |
| ECS 104 | Principles and Practices | 3 | Y1 F1 |
| ECS 101 | Child Family & Community | 3 | Y1 S1 |
| ECS 105 | Observation & Assessment | 3 | Y1 S1 |
| ECS 149 | Cooperative Work Experience Occupational | 1 | Y1 S1 |
Supporting Documents
South Central Coast Regional Questions
Submission Details
05/02/25 - 03:28 PM
Recommended
Return to Drafts
Please list the reason(s) for returning "Early Childhood Studies Associate Teacher". to Thesa Roepke's drafts. This message will be sent to troepke@hancockcollege.edu
Comments, Documents, Voting
Comments
All Comments
No comments to display.