Early Childhood Education
Associate in Science for Transfer Early Childhood Development · Chabot College · 2026-2027 Catalog
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECD 50 | Early Childhood Principles and Practices (Active) | 3 |
| ECD 54 | Child Health, Safety and Nutrition (Active) | 3 |
| ECD 56 | Child Growth and Development (Active)* | 3 |
| ECD 62 | Child, Family and Community (Active)* | 3 |
| ECD 63 | Early Childhood Curriculum (Active) | 4 |
| ECD 69 | Child Study: Observation and Assessment (Active) | 3 |
| ECD 79 | Teaching in a Diverse Society (Active) | 3 |
| ECD 90 | Practicum: Supervised Experience (Active) | 4 |
| Total | 60 | |
Other Information
Discipline: Social Sciences, Humanities & Education
Program Control Number: 31250
TOP Code: 130500 - Child Development/Early Care and Education
CIP Code: 13.1210 - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Description
This curriculum provides an opportunity to achieve an Associate Degree in Science in Early Childhood Development for Transfer to the California State University System (CSU) in Early Child Education or similar programs. A baccalaureate degree is recommended preparation for those considering teaching and other professional careers in early childhood education. Completion of this curriculum will demonstrate commitment to the field and provide comprehensive preparation for upper-division work. The program is designed specifically for the California State University system. Lower Division requirements for the University of California system and private four-year schools vary by transfer school. Please see a counselor for transfer requirements for other institutions. Students who intend to transfer must meet all current transfer requirements including minimum GPA. Students are strongly advised to meet with a counselor to discuss transfer requirements and lower division major preparation that is needed for their intended transfer school. The AS-T in Early Childhood Education requires the following: Complete 60 semester units or 90 quarter units of CSU degree-applicable courses, earn a minimum overall grade point average of 2.0 in those CSU degree-applicable courses, earn a minimum grade of “C” (or “P”) for each course in the major and general education, and complete the Cal-GETC general education course pattern.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Apply ethical standards and professional behaviors that demonstrate understanding of the needs, the characteristics and multiple influences on the development of children birth to age eight as related to high quality care and education of young children.
- Design, implement, and evaluate environments and activities that support positive, developmental play, and learning outcomes for all children.