CAREER PROGRAMS:
Early Childhood Education
Program Options
- Associate of Science Degree - Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood - Certificate of Merit
- Early Childhood - Certificate of Proficiency
- Family Care - Certificate of Merit
- Early Childhood Special Education Certificate
- Primary Education - Certificate of Proficiency
- Family Development - Certificate of Proficiency
- Assessment and Documentation of Children's Learning Specialization
- Communication and The Arts Specialization
- Culture and Diversity Specialization
- Program Director Specialization
Program Information
The students enrolled in Child Studies courses at West Valley College can make a difference in the lives of children and the future. Courses focus on theory, research, and program practice. Courses are offered in the morning, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Financial aid, tuition and book subsidy, on-campus childcare, and childcare tuition subsidy are available.
Career Paths
- Preschool Teacher
- Infant-Toddler Caregiver
- Instructional Aide
- Family Child Care Provider
- Parent Educator
- Early Childhood Program Director
- Program Supervisor
- Informational and Referral Counselor
Department Chair
Leslie Pano
408.741.4603
e-mail: leslie_pano@westvalley.edu
Questions about Career Programs? Call 408.741.2098
e-mail: Career Programs Center: cathy_aimonetti@wvmccd.cc.ca.us
or stop by AAS 35
REVISED August 1, 2007
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