Early Childhood Studies Department
The Early Childhood Studies Program at Ohlone College prepares students for employment in child development programs including preschools, children’s centers, family childcare centers, school age programs, and infant and toddler programs.
The Ohlone College program meets or exceeds the requirements for teachers in centers and programs licensed in the State of California by the Department of Social Services. The program also meets the requirements for the Child Development Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Download the Early Childhood Studies brochure (PDF).
Early Childhood Studies Degree and Certificates
Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degree
Certificate of Achievement
Review a sample listing of Courses in this area of study. Review academic requirements in the Catalog and in the Curriculum Guides. All students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review academic program requirements and/or have questions answered.
Child Development Corps A.A. Degree Program
Learn more about the Child Development Corps A.A. Degree Program.
Child Development Training Consortium
The Child Development Training Consortium offers support and training for early childhood professionals who are actively engaged in education leading to the Child Development Permit and a career in the field of Early Childhood Education. The Ohlone College Early Childhood Studies Department provides information on services available. Services have included tuition reimbursement, textbook loans, and special training.
To apply for tuition reimbursement, complete a Participant Profile (PDF) and submit to Janice Fonteno no later than October 2, 2009 12:00pm (noon). This form may include both Summer and Fall 2009 classes. For Spring 2010 classes submit Participant Profile (PDF) no later than March 3, 2009 For more information, call Janice Fonteno at (510) 979-7496 or speak with an ECS instructor.
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