Undergraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education (ECE) - Teaching Preparation

Program Overview

The Undergraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education (ECE) – Teaching Preparation at Westcliff University prepares students to become fully qualified ECE teachers in Title 22 childcare programs in California. The program includes 18 credit hours of coursework covering child development, collaboration, ECE principles, curriculum, and practicum. Upon completion, students will have a professional portfolio, participate in mock interviews, and connect with leading ECE agencies.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Program Description: This program prepares students to become educators in the field of Early Childhood Education (ECE).
• Objectives: Students will gain knowledge of various childcare programs, understand different developmental stages, develop partnership strategies, demonstrate ethical professional behavior, and attain proficiency as an ECE Master Teacher.
• Outcome:
• Meet California Title 22 requirements for a fully qualified ECE teacher in a Title 22 childcare program.
• Create a professional portfolio.
• Participate in mock interviews.
• Connect with leading ECE agencies.

Outline:

• Program Requirements: Completion of 6 courses (18 credit hours) listed below:
• EDU 441 Child Growth and Development (3 credits)
• EDU 442 Home, School, and Community Collaboration (3 credits)
• EDU 443 Principles and Practices of ECE (3 credits)
• EDU 444 Introduction to Curriculum (3 credits)
• EDU 445 Practicum (3 credits)
• Elective (3 credits)
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Teaching:

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Careers:

• Potential career paths:
• ECE Master Teacher in a Title 22 childcare program.
• Opportunities:
• Employment opportunities with leading ECE agencies.
• Outcomes:

Admissions Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum 2.0 GPA.

Contact:

• Address: 17877 Von Karman Ave, 4th Floor, Irvine, CA 92614