This program includes a selection of courses that provide academic preparation for a teaching career working with typically developing children and children with disabilities (birth to 5 years) in inclusive settings. This program will give students general knowledge and skills in theory, principles, and techniques for work in inclusive settings.
The enrollment completions will increase as this is a part of a stackable degree program and it aligns with the Master Teacher Child Development Permit. The capstone classes for this program typically have 40 students enrolled. It is estimated that 25-40 will graduate every two years (15-15/year).
The primary goal for this certificate is to prepare students for work in early childcare as an assistant or teacher in early intervention or early special education or inclusive early childhood programs. They will also be prepared to work as a paraprofessional with children to age 8.
This program aligns with the Master Teacher Permit and the program is designed to train students to work with children with special needs (ages birth to 8) and with those who maybe at risk for developmental delays and disabilities. Palomar College’s Child Development Master Teacher: Early Inclusion program also includes the courses necessary for being a site supervisor and thus the early childhood educators will be able to advance in their careers with these courses, as they align with the state permits.
Palomar College Child Development programs are stackable, and the students will first complete an Associate Teacher Certificate (which aligns with the permit), then they can move into the Teacher Certificate (again, aligning with permit) and, finally, they can choose their Master Teacher pathway. Early Inclusion is one of three choices. With the stackable degrees, students are rewarded with degree or certificates at each juncture as they move forward with their career goals
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHDV 99 | Preparation for Child Development Majors | .5 | Y1 |
| CHDV 100 | Child Growth and Development | 3 | Y1 |
| CHDV 104 | Guidance for Young Children | 3 | Y1 |
| CHDV 115 | Child, Family and Community | 3 | Y1 |
| CHDV 106 or CHDV 182 or CHDV 184 | Infant and Toddler Care and Curriculum or ECE Curriculum Experience in Art, Music and Movement or ECE Curriculum Experience in Language, Literacy, Math and Science | 3 | Y1 |
| CHDV 105 | Observation and Assessment | 3 | Y1 |
| CHDV 105C | Observation, Assessment and Participation Lab-Early Inclusion | 1 | Y1 |
| CHDV 120 | Health, Safety and Nutrition | 3 | Y1 |
| CHDV 152 A or B | Environmental Rating Scale for: A. Early Childhood or B. Infant Toddler | 1.5 | Y1 |
| CHDV 185 | Introduction to Curriculum | 3 | Y2 |
| CHDV 201 | Practicum in Early Childhood Education | 4 | Y2 |
| CHDV 110 | Introduction to Children with Special Needs | 3 | Y2 |
| CHDV 112 | Early Intervention and Inclusion | 3 | Y2 |
| CHDV 142 | Using Sign in the Early Childhood Setting | .5 | Y2 |
| CHDV 195 | Adult Supervision/Mentor Teacher Preparation | 3 | Y2 |
| CHDV 204 | Advanced Practicum in Early Childhood Education: Early Inclusion | 1.5 | Y2 |
Jennifer Lewis · 03/12/21
Southwestern supports this program modification.
Jesse Lopez · 03/11/21
Miramar College also supports the program modification.
Larry McLemore · 03/11/21
Cuyamaca supports.
Tina Recalde · 03/11/21
SD Mesa supports the program modification.
Dr. Javier Ayala · 03/10/21
endorse
Cassandra Storey · 03/10/21
SDCCE supports program mod
Dr. Al Taccone · 03/08/21
MiraCosta College recommends this program modification. We should all be aware that new LMI will be required for college's submitting new programs in child development in the future.
Tina Ngo Bartel · 03/06/21
Palomar College submitted a labor market report for non-credit programs (i.e., San Diego Continuing Education). However, because this is a program modification, the Deans’ Council may accept the LMI. In the future, the COE recommends that Palomar submit a data request for a report that analyzes demand and supply for for-credit programs. Entry-level and median wages for the occupations are below the living wage, and a significant number of programs exist for these occupations. Based on available LMI, the COE would not endorse a *new* program; however, because this program replaces an existing program and Palomar College submitted employer letters, the COE defers to the region.
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