Child and Family Studies-Assistant: Local Certificate

The Assistant Certificate is designed as an entry level certificate for the field. This certificate is the first step toward becoming teacher qualified for early care and education settings per the Title 22 and Title 5 regulations. In addition, this certificate contains the courses required for the Child Development Assistant Permit through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Program Learning Outcomes
  1.  Assess how socializing agents and culture impact the lives of children and families.
  2.  Identify key developmental milestones and theories.
Certificate Requirements
Required Courses (6 units)
CFS-120Child Development3
CFS-140The Child, Family and Community3
Total Units6