Early Childhood Education

ECE@COS Planning for the Future

The ECE Program includes theory and practice in the systematic study of child development and the application of that study to developmentally appropriate Early Childhood Education. The program offers classes fulfilling the requirements for all levels of the California State Department of Education Child Development Permit Matrix (Title 5) which comply with California Department of Social Services (Title 22) requirements for employment in early education programs.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:

Identify physical, psychosocial, and cognitive developmental levels throughout early childhood and integrate this knowledge with an awareness of individual differences.
Interpret the effect of family, social systems, and the cultural diversity inherent within families and communities, on the design and implementation of programs for young children.
Associate theory and philosophy with applied curriculum in an early childhood setting in support of developmentally appropriate practice.
Demonstrate knowledge of developmental theory in designing and implementing early childhood programs while defending age appropriate and culturally diverse practice in work with families and children.
Interpret and follow mandates and guidelines included in relevant state and federal regulations.
Apply general skills and attitudes integral to success within a professional environment — including: personal responsibility, mental health, and teamwork.

Degree and Career Options

This course of study provides relevant educational experiences for students whose goals include work with children and families with an emphasis on the needs of the rural community.

An Associate of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education is offered through this program, as well as an Associate Degree for Transfer to the California State University System. This course of study articulates to Southern Oregon University and many independent colleges statewide.

Career Options in this field include:

Early Program Site Supervisor
Entry positions in Family Services Agencies
Family Childcare Provider
Head Start Teacher or Site Director
Independent Preschool Teacher or Director
Infant-Toddler Caregiver or Site Director
State Preschool Teacher or Site Director

Note: Some career options may require more than two years of college level study.

Information About the Local Labor Market

Education and Human Development Far North Subregional Sector Profile

Guide to ECE@COS

ECE@COS

Applying for Permit Stipends and Grants

The Child Development Training Consortium is accepting applications for the 2024-2025 Child Development Permit Stipend and Educational Support Grant.

The Child Development Training Consortium (CDTC) is now offering virtual trainings on how to process and submit a Child Development Permit Stipend application. These trainings will be reviewing the Permit Matrix and the benefits of applying for a permit through CDTC.

Registration spaces will be limited and it is first come, first served. Additional information, along with the registration link, are available on the CDTC website. For any questions, please reach out to CDTC-Permit@yosemite.edu.

Child Development Permit Stipend Program

Permit Stipend

The Child Development Training Consortium (CDTC) Permit Stipend Program pays the child development permit application fee to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) for eligible applicants.

Educational Support Grant

The Child Development Training Consortium (CDTC) is pleased to announce that the CDFE Educational Support Grant (ESG) application is available. This program provides support for specific educational expenses to students attending California Community Colleges. Students pursuing a career in early childhood or child development, may be eligible to apply for the new Educational Support Grant. All eligibility criteria included in the application.

Child Development Training Consortium

If you have questions relating directly to College of the Siskiyous please contact thatcher@siskiyous.edu