Early Childhood Education, Associate in Science (AS)
Associate Degree Graduation Requirements
Complete all of the following:
- All Department Requirements listed below with a “C” or better or “P” in each course (at least 20% of the department requirements must be completed through SBCC).
- One of the following three General Education options:
- OPTION 1: A minimum of 18 units of SBCC General Education Requirements (Areas A-D) and Institutional Requirements (Area E) and Information Competency Requirement (Area F) OR
- OPTION 2: IGETC Pattern OR
- OPTION 3: CSU GE Breadth Pattern
- A total of 60 degree-applicable units (SBCC courses numbered 100 and higher).
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in all units attempted at SBCC.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in all college units attempted.
- A minimum of 12 units through SBCC.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Department Requirements | ||
| ECE 102 | Child, Family and Community | 3 |
| ECE 103 | Foundations of ECE I Principles | 5 |
| ECE 104 | Foundations of ECE II Practicum | 5 |
| ECE 108 | Creative Learning and Curriculum | 3 |
| ECE 120 | Child Growth and Development/Educators | 3 |
| or PSY 140 | Child Development | |
| ECE 121 | Health, Safety And Nutrition For Young Children | 3 |
| ECE 128 | Observation and Assessment | 3 |
| ECE 132 | Teaching in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| Total Units | 28.00 | |
Note: Forty-five half-days of student teaching in an ECE Department-approved site is required.
Recommended Support Courses*
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 100 | Concepts Of Biology | 4 |
| COMP 101 | Introduction to Computer Applications | 4 |
| HIST 101 | History of the U.S. to 1877 | 3 |
| HIST 107 | World Civilization, Beginnings to 1550 | 3 |
| PHSC 103 | The Physical Universe | 4 |
| POLS 101 | American Government And Politics | 3 |
*One semester of a foreign language is also recommended.
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Discuss the diverse needs, characteristics and multiple influences on the development of children, birth through age eight, as related to high quality care and education.
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Using observation skills, design, implement and evaluate environments and curriculum activities that support positive, developmental play and learning for all young children.
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Identify and implement effective guidance and interaction strategies that support all children’s social learning, identity and self-confidence.
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Develop and implement strategies that promote partnerships between programs, teachers, families, and their diverse communities.
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Recognize ethical standards and demonstrate professional behaviors that deepen understanding, knowledge and commitment to the Early Childhood Education profession.
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Apply written and verbal communication skills and research practices to discuss relevant and accurate information related to General Education courses.