Child Development Certificate & Early Childhood Education Units
Continued education is essential in assuming leadership roles in curriculum planning, staff development, and administrative assignments. This sixteen unit course series is designed for classified employees seeking a Child Development Permit or required units.
Fully on-line classes, 8-week sessions
Intentionally designed for working professionals
Purposeful student collaboration
Support services include video/phone conferencing, library access, Academic Success Center, and more
Customizable course offerings based on district needs
District rates are available for eligible employees
Coursework
Child Development Dual Enrollment courses meet the academic requirements for an early childhood associate teacher permit from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).
Total program: 16 units
Principles of Teaching Young Children
Child, Family & Community
Health, Safety & Nutrition
Early Childhood Observation & Assessment
Undergraduate Degree
Students in the program will be invited to apply as a degree-seeking undergraduate student at University of La Verne and the 16 units would apply towards their bachelor’s degree. If students decide to continue in the Undergraduate Child Development Program there are several paths to choose from.
Connect with us
For more information about the Child Development Certificate, please contact our assistant dean.
Dr. Shana Matamala
smatamala@laverne.edu | 909.448.4622
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