Early Childhood Education AS-T Degree

The  Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer, also called the Early Childhood Education AS-T Degree, provides a clearly articulated curricular track for students who wish to transfer to a CSU campus, while also serving the diverse needs of students interested in the breadth and depth of the field of early childhood education. Additionally, this degree exposes students to the core principles and practices of the field in order to build a foundation for their future personal, academic, or vocational paths. The degree was designed to facilitate students’ successful transfer to certain California State University (CSU) campuses that prepare them for advanced study in a variety of graduate programs, as well as a variety of careers such as teaching, Child Development Specialist, Program Directors, and Child Life Specialists.  This degree  requires students to complete 60 CSU transferable units including completion of CSU GE or IGETC and 25 units in the major with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better. Title 5 requires that students must earn a “C” or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. Units for the major may be double-counted for CSU GE only (not IGETC). Early Childhood Education AA-T  degree works only with the CSU General Education pattern. There are no additional graduation requirements.  Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

Learning Outcomes

1. Integrate understanding of the needs, the characteristics and multiple influences on development of children from birth to age eight as related to high quality care and education of young children.
2. Design, implement and evaluate environments and activities that support positive, developmental play and learning outcomes for all young children.
3. Apply effective guidance and interaction strategies that support all children's social learning, identity and self-confidence.
4. Develop strategies that promote partnerships between programs, teachers, families and their communities.
5. Apply ethical standards and professional behaviors that demonstrate understanding and knowledge, deepening the commitment to the Early Care and Education profession.

Program Requirements 

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Units for the major may be double counted for CSU GE only (not IGETC), confer with Counselor.

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Elective units to reach 60 unit total must be CSU transferable.

Please refer to Associate Degree for Transfer (SB 1440).