(Formerly ECE 106. CD 106)

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*Credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following coursers: CDEV C1000 or PSY 112)

Students examine the progression of development in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains and identify developmental milestones for children from conception through adolescence. Emphasis is on interactions between biological processes, environmental, and cultural factors. Students may engage in various methods of observing children's development to evaluate individual differences and analyze development characteristics at various stages according to developmental theories.
This course is appropriate for students preparing for a profession working with children and their families, or those interested in furthering their understanding of child and adolescent development. This course is also designed to meet the Department of Social Services Classification DS1 and applies toward the State of California Title 5 requirement for the Child Development Permit.

(Formerly ECE 110)

Advisory:
Transfers to: CSU

This course is designed for students who seek to work in educational programs for children from birth to age eight. The course examines the underlying theoretical principles of developmentally appropriate practices applied to programs and environments, emphasizing the key role of relationship, constructive adult-child interaction, and teaching strategies in supporting physical, social, creative, and intellectual development for all children. This course includes a review of the historical roots or early childhood programs and the evolution of the professional practices promoting advocacy, ethics, and professional identity. This course applies towards the childcare licensing category 3 (DS3) as authorized by Title 22 within the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), as well as the California teacher credentialing requirements for the child development permit.

(Formerly ECE 211, ECE 011)

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to:UC,CSU

This course studies infants and toddlers from pre-conception to age three, including physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional growth and development. The focus of this course applies theoretical frameworks to interpret behavior and interactions between heredity and environment; it also emphasizes the role of family and relationships in development. This course meets the Department of Social Services (DSS) Classification Indicator DS4 and applies towards the State of California Department of Education Title 5 Child Development Permit.

(Formerly ECE 213)

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course applies current theory and research to the care and education of infants and toddlers in group settings. The course examines essential policies, principles, and practices that lead to quality care and developmentally appropriate curriculum for children from birth to 36 months. The course meets the Department of Social Services (DSS) Classification Indicator DS4 and applies towards the State of California Department of Education Title 5 Child Development Permit.