The Early Intervention and Inclusion Certificate prepares individuals to work as early childhood paraprofessionals with expertise in special education and early intervention. The program's perspective is culturally sensitive and family-focused which emphasizes the value of individual differences in young children. This certificate meets the State's competencies for early childhood intervention/early childhood special education paraprofessionals.
This Certificate meets California Title 5 requirements for the Child Development Associate Teacher Permit. Upon completion of all the courses contact the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Office for an application.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | ||
| CD 105 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| or CD 105H | Child Growth and Development - Honors | |
| CD 111 | Observation and Assessment in Child Development | 3 |
| CD 126 | Child, Family, and the Community | 3 |
| CD 127 | Guidance of Children | 3 |
| CD 185 | Infant/Toddler Growth and Development | 3 |
| CD 186 | Infant and Toddler Curriculum | 3 |
| CD 244 | Children with Special Needs | 3 |
| CD 245 | Early Intervention and Inclusion | 3 |
| Required Experience Working with Children: | ||
| CD 215 | Early Intervention and Inclusion Internship | 4 |
| CD 205 | Child Development Practicum / Field Experience | 4 |
| Total Units | 32 | |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended Course: | ||
| CD 109 | Childhood Stress and Trauma | 3 |
Students working for certificates must have a basic knowledge of arithmetic, reading and writing in order to learn and work in the occupations they select.
This is a Gainful Employment Program
Program Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Identify and use appropriate inclusion strategies and create adaptations with children with a variety of disabilities and special needs in early childhood settings.
- Develop, create, and modify curriculum and individualized education plans to work with children with special needs and disabilities.
- Recognize and apply laws and regulations related to working with children and families with disabilities and special needs.
- Find and assess resources for children and families with special needs and disabilities and advocate for the needs of all children and families.
- Describe, analyze and use respectful inclusive, equitable, antibias and antiracist teaching practices and family interactions in early childhood environments.