Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree in Child Development

De Anza College

The A.A. degree vocational training program prepares future early childhood workers and educators to work with diverse children in early childhood settings. The program prepares students for entry-level careers or entrance into a bachelor’s degree program in Child Development studies. The degree program focuses on integrating developmentally appropriate knowledge and practice, and developing professional competencies and job skills. Students learn how to build partnerships with local, national and international resource organizations in order to advocate effectively for the needs of children and families. The degree fulfills the Child Development course requirements to qualify for the Child Development Permit Site Supervisor on the California Child Development Matrix. Students who wish to qualify as a site supervisor must also take CD 59G ''Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Management Systems)'', CD 59H ''Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Leadership Skills)'' and CD 67 ''Supervision and Administration of Child Development Programs (Adult Supervision)''.

Social Sciences and Humanities Division