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Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education San Jose City College San Jose City College, USA

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USD 10230

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

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24 months

Duration

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5.5

IELTS

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61

TOEFL

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55%

Min GPA

Program Overview

San José City College offers an Associate in Science (AS), Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) degree and various certificates in Early Childhood Education (ECE). Graduates of the Associate in Science degree qualify through academic preparation and field experience for work in child centers, pre-schools, day care facilities, infant and toddler centers and other programs serving young children. They are able to use instructional techniques, which promote intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and creative growth in children. After completing the Associate in Science degree, students will be eligible for the Teacher Level of the State of California Children’s Center Permit, and qualify for employment as teachers in government and privately funded early care and education programs. Students planning to transfer to a 4-year university should follow the AS-T degree. A grade of “C” or better is required in all ECE major, certificate and major elective courses..

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Analyze current requirements and standards for early childhood educators and early care and education programs.
  • Design daily schedules and classroom interactions with children consistent with current knowledge of child development.
  • Document and assess the needs of individual children in  early care and education settings.
  • Plan and implement classroom based activities consistent with a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
  • Communicate effectively with children, parents and coworkers verbally and in writing.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of professional and ethical standards required to function successfully in early care and education programs.

 

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Additional Information

Program Level Associate Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026

Closed

Jan 2025, Jul 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    5.5 IELTS Score
    61 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    45 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    95 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    500 Sat Minimum Overall Score
    55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    10230

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     Free

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    12900 Per year

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