This certificate prepares students to work with K-12 children in a before and after school care program, or mentoring program. Curriculum includes the developmental stages of the school-age child, working with diverse populations, and an introduction to the profession of teaching. Students will gain experience volunteering in an elementary school classroom so that they can explore career opportunities in education. Courses emphasize strong theoretical and practical skills needed to work with children 5-8 years.
Individuals who earn this certificate can be employed as a Before and After school care provider, tutor, or elementary classroom aide. This program is part of the educational pathway for future Transitional Kindergarten and/or Elementary Teachers entering a teaching credential program, and satisfies the specialization unit requirement for the Child Development Permit at the Master Teacher level. If paired with Child Development Lead Teacher certificate, this certificate prepares the holder to be employed as Lead Preschool Teacher or Mentor Teacher.
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This program prepares students to be employed as a Before and After school care provider, tutor, or elementary classroom aide. This program is also part of the educational pathway for future Transitional Kindergarten and/or Elementary Teachers entering a teaching credential program, and satisfies the specialization unit requirement for the Child Development Permit at the Master Teacher level. If paired with Child Development Lead Teacher certificate, this certificate prepares the holder to be employed as Lead Preschool Teacher or Mentor Teacher.
Students must complete all required courses listed below with a grade of "C" or better:
Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
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Students must complete all of the following courses: | |||
CDE A102 | Teaching in Diverse Contemporary Classrooms | 3.0 | S1 |
CDE A175 | The Teaching Profession | 3.0 | S1 |
CDE A182 | Middle Childhood Development and Guidance | 3.0 | S1 |
Subtotal | 9.0 | ||
Students must complete one of the following: | |||
CDE A190 | Family, School and Community Partnerships | 3.0 | S1 |
or | or | ||
CDE A210 | Introduction to the Exceptional Child | 3.0 | S1 |
Subtotal | 3.0 | ||
Grand Total | 12.0 |
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