Child Development Core
Certificate of Achievement Child Development and Education · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
A certificate is earned by students who have developed skills necessary to work as associate teachers of preschool children in early childhood settings. Courses emphasize strong theoretical and practical skills needed to work with children 2-5 years. Courses fulfill Title 22 licensing requirements and Title 5 early childhood education course requirements for the Child Development Permit at the associate teacher level. A grade of “C” or better is required in all courses. Development Permit at the Associate level.
Program Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes
- Meets Title 22 minimum licensing requirements and prepares the holder to be a childcare provider in an early care and education program. This certificate aligns with the Child Development Permit at the Associate level.
Requirements
Review Certificate Requirements.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| CDE A155 | Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children | 3 |
| CDE A180 | Child, Growth and Development | 3 |
| CDE A190 | Family, School and Community Partnerships | 3 |
| CDE A200 | ECE Program - The Curriculum | 3 |
| Total Units | 12 | |
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are curriculum maps for students to finish all requirements for the certificate. There may be advisories, prerequisites, or time requirements that students need to consider before following these maps. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor for alternate sequencing.
Year 1
| Semester 1 | Units |
|---|---|
| CDE A155 | Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children 1 |
| CDE A180 | Child, Growth and Development |
| CDE A190 | Family, School and Community Partnerships |
| Units |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| CDE A200 |
- Prerequisite(s): CDE A180 or HMDV A180 or concurrent enrollment