Early Childhood Education Minor

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(24 UNITS)

The Early Childhood Education (ECE) minor is for students who are interested in ECE permits, potentially those pursuing the PK-3 Early Childhood Education Specialist Instruction Credential, as well as those who are interested in focusing on young children in general. Courses emphasize: children’s early development and learning; strategies to engage in developmentally appropriate practices; creating early childhood environments rich in language, literacy and other foundational skills; observation and assessment; family engagement; and culturally competent work with young children and their families.

All courses must be passed with a “C” (2.0) or better. A minimum of 12 units for the minor must be distinctive from coursework applied to the major; a minimum of 6 units of upper-division coursework must be completed for the minor.

Developmental Survey (3 units)

Child, Family and Community (3 units)

See Community College equivalents at www.assist.org.

CAS 201 - Child, Family, and Community (3)

Research Methods (3 units)

Developmental Depth (3 units)

CAS 325A - Conception Through Age 8 (3)

Curriculum (3 units)

Electives (9 units)

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* Approved by petition