Welcome to the Associate Degree Early Childhood Education (Transfer 2+2)
Associate Degree Early Childhood Education (Transfer 2+2) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at California State University.
he Early Childhood Education Associate Degree program prepares students to work as early childhood educators. It combines hands-on fieldwork with related academic work. Graduates become responsible for the care and education of children in the birth-to-eight-years range. They create and maintain safe and healthy play environments, guide behavior, plan and implement learning experiences, and work cooperatively with staff and families.
The Early Childhood Education associate degree program provides students with a foundation in childhood theory and how it’s applied in educational and childcare settings. Students will gain an understanding of early childhood theory and how it can be applied with children from infancy through middle childhood.
Career Option
Childcare worker, Preschool teacher, Teacher Assistant, Family Support Specialist, Special education teacher, Counsellor, Nanny, Preschool Director, Teacher, Consultant, Instructional coordinators, Parent educator.