The goal of the Early Childhood Teacher Level 2 Certificate of Achievement is to provide continuing Vocational Technical Education opportunities to prepare students for careers involving the education and care of young children in a variety of settings. This certificate is intended to follow successful completion of the Early Childhood Teacher Level 1 certificate, including prerequisite courses CHST 001, 002, and 063. This certificate satisfies California Department of Education Title 5 child development coursework requirements for the Child Development Teacher permit. Possible career options are infant-toddler teacher, preschool teacher, pre-K teacher, and before and after school-age teacher.
Core Requirements (15 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CHST005 | Diversity - Childhood and Culture | 3 units |
| CHST035 | Practicum in Early Childhood Education | 3 units |
| CHST035A | Field Experience in Early Childhood Education | 2 units |
| CHST080 | Introduction to Curriculum | 3 units |
| CHST087 | Observation and Assessment | 3 units |
| CHST088A | The Outdoor Environment | 1 unit |
Electives (not already completed from Level 1 certificate) (6 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CHST034C | Guidance and Strategies for Challenging Behaviors | 3 units |
| CHST053 | Contemporary Education in a Changing Society | 3 units |
| CHST058 | EC Language and Literacy Curriculum | 3 units |
| CHST059 | EC Music and Movement Curriculum | 3 units |
| CHST060 | Early Childhood STEM Curriculum | 3 units |
| CHST067 | EC Creative Arts Curriculum | 3 units |
| CHST070 | Infant-Toddler Development & Care | 3 units |
Total Certificate Units: 21 units
To be awarded a certificate, a student must:
- Complete all the program requirements.
- Earn a grade of “C” (or "P") or better for all required courses.