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Program Description

The A.A. degree vocational training program prepares future early childhood workers and educators to work with diverse children in early childhood settings. The program prepares students for entry-level careers or entrance into a bachelor's degree program in Child Development studies. The degree program focuses on integrating developmentally appropriate knowledge and practice, and developing professional competencies and job skills. Students learn how to build partnerships with local, national and international resource organizations in order to advocate effectively for the needs of children and families. The degree fulfills the Child Development course requirements to qualify for the Child Development Permit Site Supervisor on the California Child Development Matrix. Students who wish to qualify as a site supervisor must also take CD 59G 'Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Management Systems)', CD 59H 'Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Leadership Skills)' and CD 67 'Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Adult Supervision)'.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, students will be able to

Demonstrate the ability to work in a variety of settings with children and families with a commitment to uphold ethical standards

Build partnerships with local, national and international resource organizations in order to advocate effectively for the needs of children and families

Integrate developmentally appropriate practices and their application to teaching young children

Demonstrate skills in building relationships with children and families

Associate Degrees (A.A. or A.S.) Requirements

Completion of all General Education (GE) requirements (32-43 quarter units) for the A.A./A.S. degree. GE units must be completed with a minimum 2.0 GPA (C average)

Completion of all major courses with a C grade or higher. Major courses can also be used to satisfy GE requirements (except for Liberal Arts degrees). Note: A maximum of 22 quarter units from other academic institutions may be applied toward the major

Completion of at least 90 degree-applicable quarter units (GE and major units included). All De Anza courses must be completed with a minimum 2.0 GPA (C average). All De Anza courses combined with courses transferred from other academic institutions must be completed with a minimum 2.0 GPA (C average).

At least 24 quarter units must be earned at De Anza College.

Major Required: 51 Units Total Required: 90 Units