Early Childhood Education, Site Supervisor A.A. Degree Map

Home Academics Programs and Majors Early Childhood Education, Site Supervisor A.A. Degree Map

Early Childhood Education, Site Supervisor A.A. Degree

The administration of early care and education programs is the main focus of this degree. Topics include administration, supervision, and coordination of staff in early childhood settings. Along with documented experience, this program leads to the Site Supervisor Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and is required of those individuals supervising a publicly funded early childhood education site.

Total Units:

First Year

Semester 1

15 Units

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ECE 300 ^Z Introduction to Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education	3		F(O), S(O)
ECE 312 ^Z Child Development	3	Advisory: EMGWR 101 or 103 or ESLL 320, ESLR 320, & ESLW 320	F(O), S(O), Su(O)	CRC Area III(b)
ECE 314 ^Z The Child, the Family and the Community	3		F(O), S(O), Su(O)	CRC Area III(b)
ENGWR 300 ¹ ^Z College Composition	3	Advisory: ENGWR 110	F(P), S(P), Su(O)	CRC Area II(a)
MATH 300 ² ^Z Introduction to Mathematical Ideas	3	Intermediate Algebra or equivalent	F, S, Su	CRC Area II(b)

^Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

¹ Suggested to meet Writing Competency and Area II(a)

² Suggested to meet Math Competency and Area II(b)

Semester 2

16 Units

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ECE 320 ^Z Curriculum and Interactions in Early Childhood Education	4	ECE 300 & 312 & Co-req: ECE 326; TB clearance & proof of immunization.	F, S
ECE 326 ^Z Making Learning Visible Through Observation and Documentation	3	ECE 312	F, S
3 units from List A	3	See List A	See List A
3 units from List B	3	See List B	See List B
CRC Area V(a)-American Institutions ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CRC Area V(a)

Year 2

Semester 3

15 Units

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ECE 404 ^Z Children with Special Needs	3	ECE 312	F, S
ECE 420 ^Z Administration I: Programs in Early Childhood Education	3	ECE 300 & 312; Advisory: ECE 320	F(O)
ECE 430 ^Z Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education	3		F(O), S	CRC Area VI
CRC Area IV-Natural Sciences1 ¹ ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CRC Area IV
CRC Area V(b)-Social & Behavioral Sciences ² ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CRC Area V(b)

¹ Suggestion: ANTH 300, BIOL 350, GEOG 306, or HORT 300. Course can be taken in Semester 2 (in place of List A/B course).

² Suggestion: ANTH 310, COMM 325, SOC 321. Course can be taken in Semester 2 (in place of List A/B course).

Semester 4

16 Units

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ECE 321 ^Z Advanced Practicum in Early Childhood Education	4	ECE 300, 312, 320, & 326; TB clearance & proof of immunization	S
ECE 415 ^Z Children's Health, Safety and Nutrition	3		F(O), S, Su	CRC Area III(b)
ECE 424 ^Z Adult Supervision: Mentoring in a Collaborative Learning Setting	2	ECE 320	S, Su(O)
ECE 422 ^Z Administration II: Personnel and Leadership in Early Childhood Education	3	ECD 300 & 312; Advisory: ECE 320	S(O)
CRC Area III(a)-Physical Edu Activity ^Z	1		F, S, Su	CRC Area III(a)
CRC Area I-Humanities ¹ ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CRC Area I

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available (P) = partially online

¹ Suggestion: ENGLT 370 or TA 401

List A-a minimum of 3 units from the following:

Course	Units	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ECE 307 ^Z Introduction to Bilingual Education	3	Check Class Schedule for offering
ECE 322 ^Z Promoting Children's Social Competence	3	S	CRC Area III(b)
ECE 342 ^Z Constructive Math and Science in Early Childhood Education	3	F(O)
ECE 343 ^Z Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood	3	F(O), S
ECE 361 ^Z Introducing Young Children to Visual Arts	3	Check Class Schedule for offering	CRC Area I
ECE 365 Creative Projects and Experiences for Young Children	3	F

List B-a minimum of 3 units from the following:

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*
ECE 330 ^Z Infant and Toddler Development	3		F, S(O)
ECE 331 ^Z Care and Education of Infants and Toddlers	3	ECE 312 or 330	F(O), S
ECE 402 Infants with Atypical Development	3	ECE 312	S

Career Options/Outlook:

Students completing this degree can work in administering early care and education programs. They will be qualified to supervise and coordinate early care and education program staff. Additionally, this degree provides the educational coursework that serves as the core curriculum for the early childhood education profession. Along with documented experience, this certificate leads to the Site Supervisor Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and is required of those individuals supervising a publicly funded early care and childhood education program.

A sample of reported job titles:

Administrator, early care and education program director, site supervisor in Head Start and publicly funded programs; including state preschool, program director in private early care and education programs

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

900

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

15% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$58,750/yr

Source:

https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9031.00

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC Area, CSU Area or IGETC Area without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester.

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

About this program map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course

availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2023-2024

Published August 04, 2023

Download PDF