The Early Care and Education (ECE) Concentration in the Early Childhood Studies Major prepares students to work with children from birth to age 8 in educational settings. This concentration is perfect for students who intend to:
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Enroll in a PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential program (for teaching in public elementary schools, preschool through grade 3)
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Enroll in a Multiple Subject Credential program (for teaching in public elementary schools, grades TK-6)
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Obtain a California Child Development Permit (to teach in or direct a public-funded child care/preschool program)
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Teach or direct a private child care/preschool program
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Work in an Social Service agency directly related to preschool/Early Education and Care (such as an early education curriculum coach or a child care rating/licensing agent)
Major Requirements (56 units)
Degree Requirements (120 units)
For concentration options and degree requirements for students who started prior to Fall 2023, please see the catalog for the academic year that you started college.