CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS & PRESCHOOLS Teaching Qualifications Non-Transfer Programs Effective Fall 2012

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1 Fresno City College CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS & PRESCHOOLS Teaching Qualifications Non-Transfer Programs Effective Fall 2012 Prepared by Mary Beth Miller, Child Development Department Chair Child Development Program and Child Development Training Consortium (559) ext 8334 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS & PRESCHOOLS: Assistant Associate Teacher Teacher Master Teacher Site Supervisor Program Director Program Requirements Described: A. PRIVATELY OPERATED CENTER BASED PROGRAMS B. PUBLICLY FUNDED EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION CENTERS C. FAMILY CHILD CARE A. PRIVATELY OPERATED CENTER BASED PROGRAMS Candidates may meet the California State Department of Social Service Requirements (*) (Title 22) by completing 12 units of Child Development course work. (See Child Development Permit Matrix: Associate Teacher level). The 12 units should include at least one course from each of the following: 1. Child Growth and Development: CHDEV 39/PSY 39 or CHDEV 150 (DSS* 1) 2. Child, Family and Community Relations: CHDEV 30 (DSS* 2) 3. Programs/Curriculum: CHDEV 3, (State Licensing will also accept CHDEV 9, 10, 37 A/B, 43 OR 47 (DSS* 3) Many students are hired provisionally by privately operated child development centers after completion of 6 units of child development with continued enrollment in 2 units per semester until 12 units are obtained. A fully qualified teacher will have 12 units completed and 50 days (at least 3 hours per day) of teaching experience with young children. The student s college transcript is verification of meeting the qualifications for employment in a privately operated child development center or preschool. Students who plan to work with INFANTS AND TODDLERS (children under two years) must have 12 units of child development including: CHDEV 17A, Infant Development Birth to Age Three, (DSS 4). Students who plan to work with CHILDREN AGES 6-12 YEARS IN AFTER SCHOOL OR LATCHKEY PROGRAMS must complete 12 units. Recommended is CHDEV 8A: School Age Child: Child Growth and Development, (DSS 5) OR CHDEV 8B: Programs for School-Age Child Care. Students who wish to qualify as a DIRECTOR or SITE SUPERVISOR of a Child Development Center or Preschool should complete CHDEV 40 A--Administration of Early Childhood Programs-- (DSS 6) in addition to twelve units of Child Development. Also required is teaching experience with young children. Candidates with fewer academic qualifications require more teaching experience as follows: Candidates with 15 units of Child Development = 4 years of teaching experience required Candidates with an A.S. degree in CD/ECE = 2 years of teaching experience required Candidates with a B.A. degree in CD/ECE = 1 year of teaching experience required

2 The Child Development Department recommends that all students complete CHDEV 6 Health, Safety and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education--. The State Department of Social Services has placed into law a requirement that all family child care providers and at least one staff member in child development centers and preschools have completed 15 hours of child health and safety training, including pediatric CPR and first aid. CHDEV 6 fulfills this requirement. B. PUBLICLY FUNDED EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION CENTERS The California Commission on Teacher Credentials issues the Child Development Permit which is required for employment in children s centers and preschools that receive funding from the State of California. Each level of the Child Development Permit Matrix requires specific coursework to be completed with a grade of C or better and work experience in an early care and education program (birth to eight years). Work experience requirements are noted at each level. The applicant files a completed application verifying the following information to the California Commission of Teacher Credentials. Further information on the application process, including sources of funding to pay for the application fee, may be obtained from the Child Development Department. Associate Teacher level: 12 units (Experience: 50 days of 3+ hours per day within 2 years of application) Child Development 150 or 39 Child Development 30 Child Development 3 plus 3 additional units of child development coursework *Teacher level: 40 units (Experience: 175 days of 3+ hours per day within 4 years of application) 24 units of Child Development including Child Development 150 or 39 Child Development 30 Child Development 3 plus 15 additional units of child development courses plus 16 units of general education including one course that meets FCC graduation requirements from each of the following areas: English Math or Science Social Sciences Humanities *Alternative qualifications for teacher level: an AS degree in Child Development which includes supervised field experience. No work experience required. *Master Teacher level: (Experience: 350 days of experience within 4 years) Complete the Teacher level requirements listed above, plus: Child Development 45 plus 6 units of specialized course work in Child Development (see attached list of areas of specialized course work at FCC) *Site Supervisor level: (Experience: 350 days of 3+ hours per day within 4 years, including at least 100 days supervising adults) An AA or AS degree with 24 units in child development, including the core courses, plus: Child Development 40A, Child Development 40 B, Child Development 45 *Alternative qualifications for Master Teacher and Site Supervisor levels: BA degree or higher with 12 units of child development Plus supervised field work experience (Child Development 37A or B; Child Development 17A) Application: Upon completion of the required course work and experience, the candidate may apply for the Child Development Permit by submitting an application, along with college transcript and verification of teaching experience, to the Commission on Teacher Credentials. Applications may be requested from: Child Development Training Consortium 1620 North Carpenter Road Suite C-16 Modesto, CA (209)

3 For information about special funds available for the application costs for the Child Development Permit, BEFORE APPLYING, the candidate should contact: Marilyn Moore, Program Coordinator F.C.C. Child Development Program and Child Development Training Consortium (559) ext C. FAMILY CHILD CARE A family child care provider is an individual who is licensed to care for up to six children in their home. State law requires that the family child care provider has completed 15 hours of child health and safety. This requirement is satisfied by CHDEV 6, Child Health and Safety,. There are currently no additional educational requirements for family child care providers; however, the Child Development Department recommends completion of the 13 unit Family Child Care Certificate Program. CHDEV 53 Family Child Care Programs CHDEV 6 Health, Safety & Nutrition in Early Childhood Education CHDEV 39 or 150 Child Growth and Development CHDEV 3 Intro to Curriculum CHDEV 30 Child, Family and Community Total 15 units The material in this publication has been prepared as carefully as possible. Fresno City College does not assume responsibility for inaccuracies or changes in the information contained herein after the date of publication. Counselor: Date: FCC\CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS & PRESCHOOLS ( ) MBM/RS/klr (559)

4 Fresno City College Child Development Permit Master Teacher Areas of Specialization In accordance with the guidelines established by the Child Development Permit Matrix for the Master Teacher level, an applicant must have the following: 24 units ECE/CD plus 16 units GE plus 2 units Adult Supervision (CHDEV 45) plus 6 units specialization Fresno City College has created the following suggested areas of specialization - students should consult with Child Development faculty for other possibilities and other coursework that fits within these areas. *Administration is NOT considered a specialization. Infant Toddler CHDEV 17A Infant Development Birth to age 3 CHDEV 17B Advanced Infant Toddler Development and Care *prior to Fall 2007, CHDEV 17A was CHDEV 7, and CHDEV 17B was CHDEV 7A School Age CHDEV 8A School Age Child: Growth and Development CHDEV 8B Programs for School Age Child Care *prior to Fall 2007, CHDEV 8B was CHDEV 8 Developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum CHDEV 3 Introduction to Curriculum CHDEV 9 Music Movement and Drama for Young Children CHDEV 10 Science and Math for Young Children CHDEV 37A Early Childhood Practicum CHDEV 37B Advanced Practicum in Early Childhood Ed CHDEV 46 Computers in Early Childhood Education classes no longer offered by FCC that would fit this category CHDEV 4, CHDEV 34, CHDEV 44 Children with special needs CHDEV 11 The Young Child with Special Needs CHDEV 16 Introduction to Early Intervention CHDEV 48 Children with Challenging Behaviors ASL 1 Beginning American Sign Language 4 units Literacy and Language Acquisition CHDEV 43 Children s Literature CHDEV 47 Emergent Literacy

5 Family Partnerships CHDEV 5 Parent Education SOC 31 The Child in Society SOC 32 Courtship Marriage and Divorce Children in a pluralistic society CHDEV 15 Diversity & Culture in Early Care & Education Programs AMST 10 American Pluralism CLS 11 Introduction to Chicano-Latino Studies ASAMER 15 Introduction to Asian Americans AFRAM 1 African-American Culture

6 Permit Title Assistant (Optional) Associate Teacher Teacher Master Teacher Site Supervisor Program Director Education Requirement (Option 1 for all permits) Option 1: 6 units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD) Option 1: 12 units ECE/CD including core courses** Option 1: 24 units ECE/CD including core courses** plus 16 General Education (GE) units* Option 1: 24 units ECE/CD including core courses** plus 16 GE units* plus 6 specialization units plus 2 adult supervision units Option 1: AA (or 60 units) which includes: 24 ECE/CD units with core courses** plus 6 administration units plus 2 adult supervision units Option 1: BA or higher (does not have to be in ECE/CD) including: 24 ECE/CD units with core courses** plus 6 administration units plus 2 adult supervision units Child Development Permit Matrix - with Alternative Qualification Options Indicated Experience Requirement (Applies to Option 1 Only) None 50 days of 3+ hours per day within 2 years 175 days of 3+ hours per day within 4 years 350 days of 3+ hours per day within 4 years 350 days of 3+ hours per day within 4 years including at least 100 days of supervising adults One year of Site Supervisor experience Alternative Qualifications (with option numbers indicated) Option 2: Accredited HERO program (including ROP) Option 2: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. Option 2: AA or higher in ECE/CD or related field with supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting Option 2: BA or higher (does not have to be in ECE/CD) with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting Option 2: BA or higher (does not have to be in ECE/CD) with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting; or Option 3: Admin. credential *** with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting; or Option 4: Teaching credential**** with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting Option 2: Admin. credential *** with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting; or Option 3: Teaching credential**** with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting, plus 6 units administration; or Option 4: Master s Degree in ECE/CD or Child/Human Development Authorization Authorizes the holder to care for and assist in the development and instruction of children in a child care and development program under the supervision of an Associate Teacher, Teacher, Master Teacher, Site Supervisor or Program Director. Authorizes the holder to provide service in the care, development, and instruction of children in a child care and development program, and supervise an Assistant and an aide. Authorizes the holder to provide service in the care, development and instruction of children in a child care and development program, and supervise an Associate Teacher, Assistant and an aide. Authorizes the holder to provide service in the care, development and instruction of children in a child care and development program, and supervise a Teacher, Associate Teacher, Assistant and an aide. The permit also authorizes the holder to serve as a coordinator of curriculum and staff development. Authorizes the holder to supervise a child care and development program operating at a single site; provide service in the care, development, and instruction of children in a child care and development program; and serve as a coordinator of curriculum and staff development. Authorizes the holder to supervise a child care and development program operating in a single site or multiple sites; provide service in the care, development, and instruction of children in a child care and development program; and serve as coordinator of curriculum and staff development. Five Year Renewal Must complete 15 additional units toward a Teacher Permit. Must meet Teacher requirements within 10 years. NOTE: All unit requirements listed above are semester units. All course work must be completed with a grade of C or better from a regionally accredited college. Spanish translation is available. *One course in each of four general education categories, which are degree applicable: English/Language Arts; Math or Science; Social Sciences; Humanities and/or Fine Arts. **Core courses include child/human growth & development; child/family/community or child and family relations; and programs/curriculum. You must have a minimum of three semester units or four quarter units in each of the core areas. ***Holders of the Administrative Services Credential may serve as a Site Supervisor or Program Director. ****A valid Multiple Subject or a Single Subject in Home Economics. *****Professional growth hours must be completed under the guidance of a Professional Growth Advisor. Call (209) for assistance in locating an advisor. 7/10 This matrix was prepared by the Child Development Training Consortium. To obtain a permit application visit our website at or call (209) Permit Matrix 7-10