The Child Care Provider Program provides introductory training and education in child development for students interested in a career in early childhood education, and working with children ages birth through five. The curriculum also prepares students for a pathway to credit child development programs. Students gain knowledge in developmentally appropriate practices, creating lesson plans, optimal learning environments, health and safety guidelines, culturally relevant curriculum development, and CPR/First Aid training.

Program Outcomes

• Explain basic principles of child growth and development.
• Create developmentally appropriate anti-bias learning opportunities for children from birth to 6 years of age.
• Design a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate child care environment.
• Evaluate California state permitting and licensing requirements and appropriate job application documents for a variety of child care careers.

Required Courses

Recommended Electives