Required Core Courses (26 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | C-ID Descriptor |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHST 001 | Principles & Practices of Teaching Young Children | 3 units | ECE 120 |
| CHST 002 | Child Growth and Development | 3 units | CDEV 100 |
| CHST 005 | Diversity: Childhood and Culture | 3 units | ECE 230 |
| OR | |||
| ETHN 005 | Diversity: Childhood and Culture | 3 units | ECE 230 |
| CHST 035 | Practicum in Early Childhood Education | 3 units | ECE 210 |
| CHST 035A | Field Experience in Early Childhood Education | 2 units | ECE 210 |
| CHST 063 | Child, Family, and Community | 3 units | CDEV 110 |
| CHST 066 | Child Safety, Health and Nutrition | 3 units | ECE 220 |
| CHST 080 | Introduction to Curriculum | 3 units | ECE 130 |
| CHST 087 | Observation and Assessment | 3 units | ECE 200 |
Major Requirements: 26 units
CSU GE Breadth or IGETC for CSU Requirements: 37 – 39 units
Elective Units As Needed To Total 60 CSU Transferable Units
The Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing this transfer degree:
- will earn an Associate’s Degree from West Valley College
- are guaranteed admission to a campus in the CSU system
- will be prepared to start upper division coursework at the CSU
- will not need to complete more than 60 units after transfer
CSUs with Similar Majors
A complete and up-to-date listing of the similar CSU majors can be found by visiting adegreewithaguarantee.com
For more information, please speak with a counselor from Counseling or Transfer.
Important Notes
- Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units with an overall GPA of at least 2.0
- While a minimum of 2.0 GPA is required for CSU admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
- Completing courses prior to transfer that satisfy the U.S. History, Constitution and American Ideals requirement as part to the CSU GE-B or IGETC is highly recommended.
Learn more about Associate Degree for Transfer at West Valley College.