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ESL: Careers in Early Childhood Education

Certificate of Competency

The ESL: Careers in Early Childhood Education Certificate at West Valley College focuses on helping CASAS intermediate level ESL students prepare to enter a program of study and take courses to meet licensing requirements to enter a career working with young children within early childhood education. Suggested level of preparation: CASAS of 210 or higher.

Program Requirements (128-144 hours)

Course NumberCourse TitleHours
NCIE120ESL for Careers In Early Childhood Education 164 - 72 hours
NCIE121ESL for Careers in Early Childhood Education 264 - 72 hours

Total Certificate Hours: 128-144 hours

Certificates are listed as hours rather than college credit (units). Students must pass and complete the minimum number of hours required.

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

  • Evaluate and communicate both orally and in writing about the adult’s role in caring for young children and respond by communicating appropriately with all persons in the childcare community.
  • Prepare ESL students to successfully enter the Child Studies credit program and take courses to meet licensing requirements to enter a career within Early Childhood Education and working with young children.
Last Updated 7/19/23